Did Hip-Hop Deliver, and Inspire, in ‘09?

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees.“Reflection is a collection of memories/ Definitely: this is how Hip-Hop is meant to be/ —Talib Kweli, “Memories Live,” Train of Thought, 2000. I wouldn’t bore the reader with a recap of ‘09 through the vantage point of Hip-Hop—you’ll […]

Wednesday Fashion Feature: Flud Watches Unveils Winter 09 Collection

  On Monday (December 7), DrJays.com’s Kiki and Boss Lady attended Flud Watches‘ winter 2009 collection preview at NYC’s Mocha Lounge.   Included in the new collection are updated versions of the very popular “Big Ben” style, including a bold turquoise color, new mesh and leather band options.     There’s also a special edition […]

Why the Music Industry Can’t Save Itself

Editor’s note: The views expressed inside this editorial aren’t necessarily the views of AllHipHop.com or its employees.“Look: now, I ain’t going for the okey-doke/ … This industry be trying to strangle Ni**as in the choke/” —Rhymefest Ft. Kanye West, “More,” Blue Collar, 2006. The tragedy of bullies, it seems, isn’t so much in the exhibitionism, […]

DrJays.com Exclusive “Celebrity Holiday Gift Guide”

 DrJays.com has just launched its first annual "Celebrity Holiday Gift Guide", featuring Trey Songz, Teyana Taylor, Kerry Rhodes, Ghostface Killah and many more! Each celebrity picked their favorite items in one category. Everything from sneakers to hats and fragrances are covered in the guide, from brands like Crooks & Castles, Rocawear, Adidas and many more. Check out […]

Wednesday Fashion Feature: Trina Talks Fashion, Music, Nicki Minaj & More

    Boss Lady recently took Trina to the New York showroom of LaROK – one of the hottest brands on DrJays.com’s sister site, DJPremium.com   Trina speaks extensively about her love for the brand and its sexy, event-ready collection, her new single “That’s My Attitude” and upcoming album, Amazing, due March 2010.   The […]

Healing Hip-Hop’s Racial Wounds—Between Blacks and Browns, That Is

  “Hip-Hop Kulture doesn’t recognize haters. Haters within a culture of love are traitors.” —KRS-One, The Gospel of Hip-Hop. New York: powerHouse Books, 2009, p. 395. A few weeks back AllHipHop.com ran a feature news report, “Rap Group Calle 13 Dominates Latin Grammys,” celebrating its recent sweep of 5 awards, including “album of the year” […]