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Grouchy Greg

I am Grouchy Greg. I founded AllHipHop in 1996. In addition to running the site, I enjoy breaking news stories. My stories have been cited in The LA Times, NY Times, NY Post, TMZ, Yahoo, Billboard, The Associated Press, CNN, and more.

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No Joke: Comedian/Rapper Boonk Gang Caught With Assault Rifles

(AllHipHop News) Comedian/rapper Boonk Gang has been arrested in Calabasas, California, after being caught with a huge cache of guns. Boonk, born John Robert Hill, was caught with illegal assault weapons, as well as narcotics. Police investigated the comedian after he posted himself brandishing firearms on his Facebook page last month. Investigators obtained a search […]

Prison Time For Guard Who Helped Hip-Hop Con Man In $10 Million Scam

(AllHipHop News) A correctional officer who helped a notorious convict pull off multiple scams in the name of hip-hop, is heading to prison himself. Jimmy Sabatino’s connection to hip-hop started in dramatic a way after he destroyed one of the L.A. Times’ biggest stories involving Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls’ rivalry. Jimmy Sabatino’s was busted […]

Pharrell Snags The Rights For “Girl” Merchandise

(AllHipHop News) Hip-Hop superstar Pharrell Williams is reportedly gearing up to launch a line of products for women, named after his 2014 album Girl. The “Happy” hitmaker has obtained trademarks to use the phrases “Girl By Pharrell Williams” and “Pharrell Williams Girl” for clothing, lingerie, jewelry, athletic gear, luggage, and cosmetics, according to filings. The […]

Young Guru Discusses Working On 4:44, Recording With Rapsody And More

By: Dominick “King Dom” Draper @King_Dom302 Gimel “Young Guru” Keaton is arguably one of the greatest engineers in hip-hop music history. This past year was nothing short of amazing for Guru, with the release of Jay-Z’s album 4:44 and the success of Rapsody’s Roc Nation debut Laila’s Wisdom. Despite Guru’s success and extensive resume, many […]

Sony Lands Critically Acclaimed Actor/Producer For Dapper Dan’s Story

(AllHipHop News) The life of fashion wiz Daniel “Dapper Dan” Day will be told in an upcoming memoir and biopic. The Harlem legend’s story has been snapped up by Sony with Jerrod Carmichael attached to write and produce alongside Sony-based producer Josh Bratman of Immersive Pictures. Dapper Dan became famous in the early 1980s, thanks to his ability […]