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http://staging.allhiphop.comRussell Simmons snagged a Tony for his groundbreaking Broadway poetry series, "Def Poetry Jam" last night at the 57th annual Tony Awards at New York’s Radio City Music Hall. Def Poetry took home the award for Special Theatrical Event. "When artists write spoken word or write to silence criticism and injustice, the results are always […]
So So Def CEO and Arista Vice President Jermaine Dupri recently announced the signing of the Youngbloodz, who are preparing to drop their second album, Drankin’ Patnaz. The duo’s sophomore set follows up their 1999 debut, Against da Grain, which contained the chart singles "U Way (How We Do It)" and "85," which featured Big […]
Recent history tells us that a successful independent artist is a scarce commodity. C-Bo has broken the mold and is laughing all the way to the bank. His current resume reads like the who’s-who of Hip-Hop: a true-to-form entrepreneur, owner of all his masters and backlog, and an estimated two million albums sold (all without […]
Hello, haters, critics and general detractors. She’s still here. After a solid year, Ashanti, the princess of the Murder Inc crew, returns with her second coming – Chapter II. The lovely songstress takes a few moments to answer some brief questions about the turbulence on her flight to fame. AllHipHip.com Alternatives: What’s up with your […]
Sylvester Stallone is writing, directing and starring in a movie about the murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls, as well as the Rampart Scandal, one of the biggest cases of police corruption in history. Stallone will play real-life former LAPD detective Russell Poole, who uncovered evidence that the LAPD allegedly had a hidden hand […]
Hip Hop diva Lil’ Kim is giving her fans the opportunity to get freaky with her – sort of. “I am going to make a life-size Kim doll that will be anatomically correct in ever way,” the rap star told the British tabloid The Daily Sport. Kim explained the doll is in tune with her […]
Police arrested Eric Mingo, 32, today (June 5), capturing the man suspected of shooting Freaky Zeeky and murdering his friend, Eric Mangrum. Police staked out a Tremont Avenue Bronx apartment building Thursday morning, after receiving a tip that Mingo may have been staying there. Police waited for a woman and her 7-year-old son to leave […]
Although, the dance has faded considerably, Bad Boy Records artist Loon has revealed the true origins of the “Harlem Shake,” the once-popular dance that swept the country. “The Harlem Shake – that was a dance made up by this alcoholic dude by the name of Sisqo (not of Dru Hill),” he told AllHipHop.com laughing. The […]
50 Cent has been nominated in 10 different categories for Billboard’s third annual R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. Nelly was also dominate with nominations in seven categories, R. Kelly is up for seven, Eminem clocked in at 5, while the late songbird Aaliyah was nominated in four categories. Some of the categories 50 Cent is up for include […]
Style Wars In 1982, New York hip-hoppers were living in danger. They weren’t shooting up each others’ cars, instead graffiti writers, many of whom, kids, were running from police in pursuit of expression. Style Wars captures that essence. The documentary film explores that defiant rebellion that makes hip-hop. Style Wars is not a hip hop […]
Percy "Master P" Miller, 36, was arrested and detained Tuesday at New Jersey’s Newark Airport, for possessing illegal bullets. According to reports, the mogul was heading to Los Angeles via American Airlines on Tuesday. He informed security that he was carrying a legal, unloaded firearm. During the subsequent inspection, security officials found the illegal bullets. […]
No intro – Get to know 24K, a female emcee on the verge. AllHipHop.com: You’re from Canada? 24K: Yeah, born and raised, but this is home now. AllHipHop.com: Why you say that? 24K: ‘Cause it feels more like home, I get more love here. It’s hard because there’s no industry over there especially since I’m […]
Jay-Z, P.Diddy, Fat Joe, Memphis Bleek, Joe Budden and others joined Russell Simmons’ Hip-Hop Summit Action Network today to protest the Rockefeller drug laws.Over 60,000 people crammed Broadway at City Hall closing down traffic to listen to rappers speak their piece about the laws.P.Diddy by far was one of the more articulate of the speakers […]
50 Cent has entered into a long term partnership with Reebok, that will include his own signature line of footwear, the “G-Unit Collection by RBK.” An initial launch will take place this fall with limited distribution and will go nationwide in early 2004. “Reebok’s Rbk Collection is the real thing when it comes to connecting […]
Despite the cold weather and rain, Hot 97’s tenth annual Summer Jam concert drew over 50,000 people to Giants Stadium last night to see some of their favorite rappers perform. While Clipse, Fabolous, Lil Kim along with Mobb Deep, Sean Paul and others took to the stage, Nas, Busta Rhymes, Eminem and 50 Cent were […]
Artist: Freddie Foxxx/Bumpy KnucklesTitle: Tha KonexionRating: 4 StarsReviewed by: Brolin Winning An undeniable O.G., Freddie Foxxx has been putting it down since the eighties, working with the likes of Flavor Unit, KRS-One, D.I.T.C., and Gang Starr. Known for his roughneck rhyme style and take-no-s### mentality, his aggro-flow is as intimidating as his heavyweight boxer appearance. […]
Artist: AceyaloneTitle: Love & HateRating: 3 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Toshi Kondo Mention the name Aceyalone and one will hear admiration for classics such as All Balls Don’t Bounce and A Book of Human Language. Or maybe reverence for his integral role with the innovative Freestyle Fellowship. With such high praises, complacency could be expected. However, […]
Fans have anxiously awaited an album release from internationally acclaimed rap duo, dead prez, for several, painful months. While it has already garnered stellar reviews sources at Columbia Records have revealed (off the record) that dead prez was no longer on its payroll. The group was allegedly dropped according to unofficial reports as a result […]
Today marks the one year anniversary of Slick Rick’s detention in a Bradenton, Florida prison by the INS. Rick’s case has been on hold since March, awaiting Judge Kimba Woods’ decision on whether or not he can stay in the United States. "Rick can’t get that year back," Rick’s publicist Bill Adler told AllHipHop.com. "He […]
Kenneth "Supreme" McGriff was sentenced to 37 months in prison for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a firing range in Maryland. "There’s no reason for you to keep your skills up," U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz told McGriff after he was sentenced. McGriff is under investigation by the federal government […]