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50 cent drops out of live 8 performance

50 cent has confirmed that he will not be playing at the live 8 performance in philadelphia. The rappers publicist has mentioned that the performance overlaps with 50's current film role in 'get rich or die trying, set in toronto. Despite removing himself from the artist line-up, there have...

A tribe called quence 1995 2004

While the world has been patiently awaiting the release of his commercial debut, consequence will once again appease his core fans with the innovative re-mixtape cd entitled ?a tribe called quence 1995-2004.? ?for me atcquence is not just a mix tape, it's an audio photo album!,? quence states...

Eminem to help out with a bang

Despite eminem\'s prolonged success, he still remains more than willing to help out the community from which raised him. The star has agreed to help raise funds for the detroit firework display for the annual july 4th celebration. \"the fireworks are a big part of summertime in...

50cent commercial to kick off during bet

50cent is set to star in a commerical amongst other stars to promote reebok?s gxt II sneaker. The commerical is set to debut during the 2005 bet music awards on june 28th. The ads labelled ?street sport? are 30 and 60 minutes and feature 50 cent paired with boston red sox world series mvp...

Ride or die with the latest urban westen

Urban western ?ride or die? wraps up filming (release date to be announced) from jean-claude la marre, the creator of ?gang of roses? and ?brothas in arms? new york (june 27th, 2005) ?ride or die?, a warning/nu-lite films production, has wrapped up filming and is coming to a city near...

Luther vandross passes away

The music world are paying their tributes to the r&b legend luther vandross. Luther vandross passed away friday due to a previous stroke which he never fully recovered from. The singer was pronounced dead at 1:47 pm at the jfk medical center in edison new jersey. Information about the exact...

Brothers in arms dvd release

Jean-claude la marre and the warning/nu-lite films company present ?brothers in arms?, available nationwide on dvd july 26th, 2005 through sony pictures home entertainment. This shoot-?em-up epic combines extensive conflict with affluent suspense, making it a must see for fans of any action...

Key witness delays turk trial

New orleans-based rap artist, turk (formerly of cash money and hot boys fame, aka tab virgil), has seen his trial being delayed due to the key witnesses absence. Prosecutors have been issued until august 1st to come up with their key witness. The trial was meant to continue on tuesday, but...

Eve releases dates for album and advert

Eve has been busy recently, with many responsiblities forcing her to contantly re-schedule. Her longly awaited next album release has been on hold for a while now, but she has just announced that she is hoping to release the lp for february, 2006. Dr dre has been supporting her, as she is now...

Encore may be the final word by eminem

Eminem, according to reports, may be coming to the end of his rap career to concentrate primarily on production along with some other smaller ventures much like his compatriot, dr dre. The detroit free press reported that mather?s latest album encore will be his last release. Paul...

New instrumental only mixtape in the mix

\'show you how 2 produce\' is a mixtape project that features some of the hottest up & coming producers in the industry today. No vocals, no lyrics, just straight instrumentals!! The mixtape is brought to you by the #1 source of producer management, middle man management. Most of the...

Nelly joins Reebok advertising campaign

Nelly has recently negotiated with reebok to agree in a long term advertising campaign, where nelly is expected to develop and market a line of footwear. This follows the recent move by the game bound into an agreement to make his own sneaker. Reebok have serveral hip-hop artists to endorse...

Eminem rejects accusations of retirement

Hiphopreaction recently reported that eminem was due to retire . For all em fans you should be happy to know that the rapper has denied these rumours and that he has no intention to retire as just yet. During an interview with mtv.com the rapper explicitly stated, ?i?m not retiring.? he later...

Preach martin hustles his flow

The now-famous & half-way comical chorus from the movie ?hustle & flow? rings throughout the theatre, followed by echoes of laughter. But one bay area mc knows a pimps? hustle ain?t no joke. Preach martin (pronounced mar-teen) was born a hustler. Before he realized he could flow,...

50 to make a video for EACH album track

Prior to The Massacre's re-release, 50 Cent has came up with an original yet exhausting concept for any artist to attempt on any one album. Looking to claim some extra recognition through recent big name signings to his label, (M.O.P. and Mobb Deep), 50 will produce a video for EVERY track on...

Foxy Brown maintains innocence

Foxy Brown has rejected a second plea deal on 5th August that would have prevented her from a jail sentence on assault charges. Foxy Brown, real name Inga Marchand, has rejected this deal in an effort to maintain her innocence in the whole situation. According to prosecutors, the deal,...

Introduction to The Hood Affiliates

The Hood Affiliates Compton native City Boy (formerly of Guerilla Black?s Dolla figga camp) and Pittsburgh Pa native Eddie Kane Jr. come together to form the first East/West Group known as ?The Hood Affiliates?. This sets a whole new precedent as far as setting new trends and upping the ante....

Kanye West front paged on Time magazine

Kanye West appears on the latest release of Time magazine, in a complete issue dedicated to Hip Hop. The interview with Kanye West includes comments on his struggle to break into the hip hop industry and mainstream, and how he finally successfully managed to produce one of the best hip hop...

Field Mob set to Disturb Tha Peace

Before launching their latest album of 3 Light Poles and Pine Trees., Field Mob have signed onto Ludacris' Disturbin Tha Peace record label. Ludacris stated that he was proud to have Field Mob in his label and that each party would benefit as they both now strive for further success together....

Soul Hood Family With The Movement

Soul Hood Family brings you the 2nd Mixtape from the Stylefornia collection entitled "STYLEFORNIA 2: The Movement". The CD includes songs from Soul Hood Artists LIFESTYLE, P.S.C (FRATT HOUSE), MECCA DAWN, PRIME & TATIANA CHANEL. The album also features exclusive songs from Snoop Dogg, Lil Jon,...

Suge Knight shot at Miami party

Early on 28th Auguest, Suge Knight was shot at whilst attending Kanye West's VMA's party at a nightclub in South Beach. Knight, was allegedly shot in the leg and wounded. He was taken to hospital were reports state that his condition is good and that he was treated for a fractured leg as a...

HardHeadz Go 8100 Percent For New Album

Delivering true to life gangsta flows on countless DJ Screws mix tapes, A Million Dollars Later (1998), All Work, No Play (1999), and Soldiers United For The Cash: The Sound Track (2001), The Herschelwood HardHeadz is poised with 8100% Blocked Out, on HardHeadz Entertainment. Southern Hip Hop...

Wise Intelligent completes solo album

Wise Intelligent of the Legendary Poor Righteous Teachers is set to bless the world once again with what might be his greatest offering to date. Acclaimed Artist and Hiphop Legend Wise Intelligent has completed his highly anticipated solo album, ?Wise Intelligent is?The Talented Timothy...

Miri Ben Ari enters the Hip Hop scene

Long-awaited debut, Miri Ben-Ari: The Hip Hop violinist hits the streets September 20th, featuring contributions from Kanye West, John Legend, Akon, Scarface, Baby, Lil Wayne, Anthony Hamilton and Lil Mo. Multi-faceted partnership with footwear / Apparel powerhouse reebok spawns a first of its...

Dre attacker receives one year sentence

On Wednesday a man pleaded guilty to attacking Hip Hop prodigy Dr Dre at last years Vibe Awards. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Stephanie Sautner sentenced Jimmy James Johnson, 27, to one year in county jail, which also includes a three year probation for the charge. Allegedly, Johnson...

HipHopReaction updates and changes

Apologies for the downtime of HHR. During the downtime we were working on making the site more easy to navigate and developed into web standards so everyone should be able to view it more quickly and more efficiently. There are still a few pages to be fully transformed, so please be patient...

Warren G new CD release and Katrina talk

NEW YORK, NY September 2005 ? At the stroke of 12:00 a.m., early IN THE MID-NITE HOUR on October 11, 2005, the latest incarnation of the G Funk era will be marked by the legendary hip-hop artist/producer Warren G when he releases his fifth studio CD and first in four years. Leading off the...

Missy Elliott tears achilles tendon

Missy Elliott has recentlly injured her achilles tendon whilst rehearsing in LA for the TV Guide Emmy party that was scheduled to be held five days later. Following a successful operation, Missy was forced to cancel a few appearances in order to give her time to recover from the pain and also...

Game drops all beef with G Unit

The beef between Game and 50 is finally finished. According to MTV Game admits to dropping all beef and despite similar statements in the recent past this appears to be the real deal. "At this point, what are they going to do? The '300 Bars' [freestyle] pretty much solidified my victory. They...

Lil Kim behind bars yet in good spirits

A day after releasing her critically acclaimed album, The Naked Truth, Lil Kim and her attorney issued several statements to the press. "I want all my friends, family and fans to know that I am in good spirits and I will be fine," Lil Kim stated. Kim also mentioned other inmates around her...

Young Jeezy Explains The Snowman

It's right up there with the anti-snitching T-shirts as the must-have fashion item in the hip-hop community right now: a Young Jeezy Snowman shirt. Earlier this year, Jeezy and Def Jam started giving out the shirts ? which prominently feature Jeezy's Snowman logo across the chest ? as promo...

Shakurs new fashion set

Tupac Shakur?s sister Set Shakur has annouced the launch of her high urban focused fashion line branded, Madameveli. The name of the line is based off her brothers well known alias Makaveli, which co-incidently is also a clothing line. According to Shakur, ?Madameveli embraces the oddities...

Eminem brings down the tone

Eminem's lawyers and representatives are preparing to file several lawsuits in an effort to prevent 5 Internet companies from selling the rappers ring tone without the proper approval. The Associated Press claim that FanMobile, Nextones.com, MyPhoneFiles and MatrixM are all involved with the...

Jay Z ready to make his comeback

All jay-Z fans will be more than happy to hear that the Def Jam president is determined to come out of retirement and begin work on a brand new album. Following Jay's retirement in 2003, after the drop of his 'final' album 'The Black Album', Jay admitted to hanging up his microphone and...

Mike Shinoda to release debut hip hop cd

Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park is preparing to release his debut hip hop album under the alias Fort Minor. The album will be entitled 'The rising tied' which will have Mike playing and producing almost every song on the album, which is executively produced by current Def Jam president Jay-Z....

Adam F crosses the pond for success

Though he is a stalwart music activist and has graced the covers of several European magazines, British music phenom Adam F. has ironically always preferred to remain somewhat anonymous in the U.S. F. produced Redman's new single "Rush The Security", from the Funk Doc's upcoming Def Jam...

Streetz And Young Deuces Sign Deal

Milwaukee, WI. - October 15th - Wisconsin's hottest hip-hop group has signed on a management deal with Brennan Sayre's Trendsetta company. Trendsetta is a self sufficient marketing, promotions, and management company and now has added Streetz & Young Deuces to the roster of there many...

Dazed and confused meets pioneers

Houston Hip Hop has been bubbling under rap's radar since the mid 1980's with little commercial success. However, thanks to figures like Mike Jones and Paul Wall, The H-Town sound has begun to re-define the sound of commercial Hip Hop. Dazed takes a walk through the City of Syrup to meet some...

50 Cent targets a complete take over

50 Cent aims to again strengthen his roster for G-Unit even following signing experienced New York acts in Mase, Mobb Deep and M.O.P. 50 Cent still isn't entirely satisfied and is looking to dominate the industry. These are busy times for 50 with an up and coming film/soundtrack album, (?Get...

Game arrested for disturbance at mall

The Game was arrested on Friday 28th October, according to Associated Press, after being accused of causing a disturbance in a North Carolina mall. According to the rap star, "I got arrested for signing autographs," the 25-year-old rapper told television station, WFMY-TV after, he was...

Jay Z has eyes set on The Source

The latest rumour surrounding Jay-Z involves an interest for him in taking over The Source magazine. It is believed that Jay-Z is interested in making a bid for the popular hip hop magazine. Women's Wear Daily reports that Jay-Z, president of Def Jam, could be joining forces with Lyor Cohen,...

Lil Flip prepares new album

Lil Flip has recently released his new single 'What It Do' from his up coming album 'I Need Mine'. The new single is produced by former Cash Money Records producer Mannie Fresh, which Flip feels confident will be another infectious single. "I wanted a song with energy, the way ?Game Over?...

Bid to spend a day with Chamillionaire

To celebrate the release of his Universal Records debut album, entitled 'The Sound Of Revenge', Chamillionaire has submitted an unlikely auction on the popular auction site, Ebay. The winning bidder will get to spend a full day with the emerging rapper as he celebrates and travels the city of...

Young Hootie is Prince of the Bity

West up. It's finally here! Young Hootie is officially releasing the long awaited "Prince of the Bity" for all you die hard West Coast fans. The 27-track experience is a follow up to his debut mixtape Young Compton , and is a step above the already high standard he set for himself and his fans....

Canadian Label DoggSide Recordz Release

Canadian label DoggSide Recordz are releasing their compilation "DoggSide Recordz: Ghetto Platnum" on December 9th. The project is in english and french and features 6 DoggSide recordz artist: SpeakOnce (English), Nova (French), Docteur (French), Fo-Real (English), Guileman (English), and Red...

Benzino receives charges prepares track

Benzino has been charged by the United States attorney's office for failing to record tax returns in 1999 to 2000. The rapper who propelled to fame after his famous disses towards Eminem, failed to report over $1.5 to US tax officials. Officials would not speculate on whether Scott's tax...

Disturbing Tha Peace album and giveaway

Disturbing Tha Peace are currently holding a contest and are presenting the chance to win an engraved DTP iPod with “Georgia” Ludacris & Field Mob featuring Jamie Foxx and all the latest music from the new compilation “Ludacris Presents Disturbing Tha Peace” For a chance to enter visit the...

Super Producer Rockwilder Launches Site

New York, New York- Grammy award winning producer, Rockwilder, is set to take his talents to the online world. His newly formed website Rocbeats.com will serve as an outlet for up and coming artists to receive production advice and assistance from one of the best in the game. Along with countless...

Wrestler pins Jay Z over pyramid sign

Wrestler Diamond Dallas Page is set to sue Roc-A-Fella owner Jay-Z after allegedly ripping of the wrestlers own sign. The sign now known as the 'Diamond Cutter' has been used recently by both and the wrestler feels that he originated it and Jay-Z copied it intentionally. Claiming rights to...

Foxy Brown almost completely deaf

Ingra Marchand, more commonly known as Foxy Brown is nearly totally deaf, so her lawyers implied at court on Monday. The New York Daily news, reported that the attorney and Brown were seen exchanging notes of paper in an attempt to better communicate irrespective of her hearing impairment....

Foxy Brown comments on hearing loss

Foxy Brown spoke first time in respect to her loss of hearing during BET's "106 & Park" show, where she stated and confirmed that she hasn't been able to hear for the last six months. She mentioned that the loss of hearing was first experienced whilst recording her latest album, Black Roses...

Chino XL to deliver poison pen

Hiphop legend Chino XL is slated to finally release his long-awaited “Poison Pen” album on January 31. The noteworthy, highly inspired, two-disc set has been in the works now for almost two years, during which time, Chino says he has sifted through offers that have been made to him by those...

Chino XL explains album situation

In response to our last news article Chino XL has issued a statement, stating “Just so there is no misunderstanding, I want people to know that I never said I turned down any deals from Interscope, or any of their related parties. That information had come from someone who used to work for...

Merry Christmas from HHR

Hey ya'll, I'd like to wish every member of hiphopreaction a merry christmas. I'd also like to take the chance to let ya'll know about our new lyrics section on the site. After christmas this will be added to and we will build up a large collection of hip hop lyrics. The section can be...

Man steals Will Smiths identity

A man who allegedly stole the identity of Will Smith has been sentences to 2 years imprisonment. Carlos Lomax, 45, was convicted of fraudulently opening and charging over $33,000 with fourteen counterfeit accounts at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area stores in Will Smith’s legal name, Willard C....

On The Outs film to hit the urban scene

On The Outs – a provocative, hard hitting look at 3 young girls who made all the wrong choices. ON THE OUTS puts a face on at risk youth in America. FADER Films is pleased to annouce the release of their new film entitled 'On The Outs' A film by Lori Silverbush and Michael Skolnik, ON THE...

Shanice breaking into the mainstream

Shanice has been in the R&B world for about 20 years now – where she earned a Grammy nomination, recorded four albums, and had the huge success for “I Love Your Smile”. Since her last record she has became a mother of two and is happily married to comedian Flex Alexander who stars on UPN’s “One...

Grammy tribute for sly and family stone

In an unprecedented gathering of musical talent, Maroon 5, will.i.am of The Black Eyed Peas, John Legend, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Joss Stone, Robert Randolph, and singer Devin Lima will join together at this year’s 48th GRAMMY Awards to pay tribute to one of the 20th Century’s...

Ne Yo to unleash on Def Jam recordings

A master in the art of storytelling, Ne-Yo began writing at an early age. A vivid imagination and creative energy has allowed Ne-Yo to write songs for multi-platinum artists such as Mary J. Blige, B2K, Faith Evans, and Musiq. When asked about writing number one hits for other artists, simply put,...

Speech releases The Vagabond

Speech was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is the force behind the hip-hop group, Arrested Development. His solo projects have been the free & more expressive side of Speech, trying anything from world music to folk. His mom and dad are both entrepreneurs owning a 35-year-old newspaper that...

Ice Cube to Laugh Now Cry Later in June

Rapper/actor Ice Cube has announced the drop date for his brand new album, Laugh Now, Cry Later. The launch date is June and will be released via his independent label, Lench Mob Records. This album is the next installment to the stars catalog following on from the successful Greatest Hits...

Producer Jay Dilla dies at age of 32

Detroit based producer Jay Dee, a.k.a. J Dilla, who has worked with many established rap groups including A Tribe Called Quest, Slum Village and Common, died February 10th at the early age of 32. Jay's manager Tim Maynor announced that he died Friday morning in Los Angeles, but the cause of...

Streets N Young Deuces release mixtape

Finally the highly anticipated mixtape is here, Milwaukee's own, Streetz & Young Deuces - We Want In Vol. 2 (Hosted By DJ G-Spot) Below is the tracklist and a link to a free download. Track List 1. Somebody Gone Die 2. Class of 06 ' feat. Jade Foxx, Cash NY & Mense (Produced by...

Ne Yo heading towards success

TV appearance on CBS’s “The Late Late Show” last week is followed up with “CD ” (Feb. 18th) and Regis & Kelly (March 7th) "It's extremely rare to find someone so young, that is the embodiment of the definition of the word 'artist.' Ne-Yo is an entertainer, singer and a TRUE songwriter.”...

MC Eiht Announces New Label Deal

Veteran hiphop artist MC Eiht has just signed a distribution deal for his record label, West Music, Inc. in a joint venture with Paid In Full/Koch. The prominent, longtime rap icon, who played the role of A-Wax in the feature film, “Menace II Society,” and also performed the soundtrack’s hit...

Dame Grease offers free beat on myspace

MySpace.com has generated an unrivaled popularity amongst celebrities in recent months - especially the hip-hop community! Everyone from Kanye West to Common to Mary J. Blige to beat maestros like the infamous Dame Grease are members. In an unprecedented move, Harlem's home bred Platinum Producer...

LL Cool J exposing Todd Smith

In 2006, LL Cool J is making sure that everyone knows TODD SMITH. This 12th release on Def Jam Records, his first self-titled release, continues to define him as a breakthrough artist. TODD SMITH is scheduled to be released worldwide on MARCH 21, 2006. TODD SMITH is jump started by the...

Christina Milian So Amazin with release

Island Def Jam recording artist and actress Christina Milian makes her long-awaited return to the front line with the upcoming April 25th release of her third album, SO AMAZIN’, produced in Miami by Cool and Dre. In advance of the album release, the first single “Say I” featuring platinum rapper...

Chino XL to judge new MC contest

Chino XL's upcoming release, "Poison Pen," has been now scheduled for release on March 21. The album will not only show off the skills of one of the most highly regarded MC's in the business, but it will give a chance to undiscovered MC's to have a chance to be heard. The Activate label &...

C Murder appeals for a new trial

After being denied a new trial from a lower court in Louisiana back in March 2005, C-Murder, real name Corey Miller wants his case to be heard by the Louisiana Supreme Court. Miller was convicted for the 2003 murder of 16-year-old Steve Thomas. Back in April Lawyers for Miller took this case...

Three 6 Mafia set to perform at Oscars

Beauregard and Houston, who are nominated for writing the music and lyrics for "It’s Hard Out Here for a Pimp" from "Hustle & Flow," will perform their nominated song with group mate Darnell “Crunchy Black” Carlton and Taraji Henson, the actress who sang the hook in the film. Cedric "Frayser Boy"...

Juvenile pays tribute to his hometown

Juvenile has just released his first single off his first album since he has left Cash Money Records, entitled “Get Ya Hustle On.” The new single is a powerful tribute to his hometown of New Orleans, which is actually filmed right after hurricane hit in New Orleans. The video shows all the...

Cassidy released from prison on parole

Rapper Cassidy was released from Philadelphia's Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility on 2nd March and will remain on parole until further notice. Cassidy had previously been convicted of involuntary manslaughter following a shooting, which left 22 year old Desmond Hawkins dead, as well as two...

Ne Yos In my own words soars to success

After shipping RIAA platinum last week – an unprecedented achievement in today’s marketplace – IN MY OWN WORDS, the debut album by Def Jam recording artist Ne-Yo, featuring the pop/R&B crossover smash hit single “So Sick,” debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart and the Top R&B/Hip-Hop...

Juvenile creates reality check in charts

New Orleans rap star Juvenile, has finally made it to the peak of the charts by being positioined at number 1 in the Billboard 200 album chart, with his latest album release 'Reality Check'. The album, which sold more than 174,000 copies in its initial week, naturally also peaked the...

Ice Cube rides on Spike TV and tour

Acclaimed actor and musician, Ice Cube, will host and perform at Spike TV's second annual AutoRox, the only nationally televised awards show honoring and celebrating America's passion for the automobile. For the first time ever, Ice Cube will perform live his new singles "Chrome and Paint" and...

Get affiliated with MC Eiht on April 4

MC Eiht's first album through Paid In Full/Koch, "Affiliated," will be released on April 4, signifying the Compton rapper's nineteenth album release. His first enhanced disc, the special product will contain 14 album tracks, exclusive interview footage and a new music video starring MC Eiht,...

Reception set up to honor Three 6 Mafia

This Saturday, April 1, 2006 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., a VIP reception will be held at the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum honoring Memphis musicians, Sony recording artists, and 2006 Academy Award winners Three 6 Mafia. During the ticketed reception, the group is scheduled to receive presentations...

LL Cool J prepares album for April 11th

Due to overwhelming demand, the 12th album by LL Cool J, TODD SMITH, is now scheduled to be released 2 week earlier on April 11th. TODD SMITH is jump started by the undeniable smash "Control Myself," featuring the multi-platinum and multi-talented superstar, Jennifer Lopez. Produced by...

Slaps Straps and Baseball Hats by Celly

West coast rap artist Celly Cel the "Bay Area Boss", "West Coast Legend" and former Jive Records rap artist is back with his new album titled "Slaps,Straps & Baseball Hats". The new CD was released in stores on April 4 2006.This album has 16 "Blazin Hot" tracks and features guest appearances...

India Arie to release new album after four years

One of music’s most honest and inspirational singer/songwriters, 12-time Grammy nominated India.Arie will release her new album, Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship, on June 27. Her third studio album, and her first since 2002’s acclaimed Voyage To India, which reached #6 on the Billboard...

Proof of D12 shot and killed at club

Proof, of D12, was shot and killed on Tuesday morning (April 11th) in Detroit, Michigan following a shooting at Eight Mile Road. According to initial reports, Proof was shot in the head during the incident at around 4:30 that morning. Police were called to the event at approximately 5am,...

Royce Comments On Death Of Proof

Royce has issued the following with respect to the late Proof; "I am deeply saddened by the murder of someone I called a good friend. I've known Proof for over nine years and will always remember him for the joy and life that he brought into every room he entered. We first met at Detroit's Hip...

Free Redrock Campaign Builds Buzz From Behind Bars

When it comes to timing, the multi-talented rap duo REDROCK always seem to be right beneath the surface of super stardom. A break-out debut single, major label interest, and a finished record will all have to wait for the group to pay their debt to society first. For 80 and WAX, the two front...

Suge Knight Insists Bankruptcy At Hearing

Death Row Records president, Suge Knight, faced the questions of various creditors at an official federal bankruptcy hearing. The questions focused on his assets and debts that are proclaimed to total more than $100 million. Suge admitted that since 1996 - due to his prison sentence and the...

Sorority Sister Slaughter Wraps Up Filming

Sorority Sister Slaughter, a Gold Coast Productions motion picture, has wrapped up filming and is coming to a city near you. Industry veteran Larry Flash Jenkins introduces this new group of hot scream queens. Sorority Sister Slaughter pays homage to the successful sorority massacre films of the...

Young Jeezy And Paul Wall To Appear At Fox Theatre

Give 4 Hours and Get 1 Ticket to the hottest show of the Summer at Fox Theatre on June 16th featuring Young Jeezy, Paul Wall and many others! Boost Mobile RockCorps (BMRC), the national youth volunteerism movement that motivated more than 6,000 young people to get involved and help their...

Dj Scratch Revitalizes New York With New Release

Super producer DJ Scratch is revitalizing the streets, clubs and radio with Busta Rhymes' smash hit "New York Sh*t." The track, which also features Swizz Beatz on vocals, is a testament to the classic, passionate lifestyle of New York Hip Hop. After holding down EPMD as their DJ in the Golden Era...

Perion Selected To Produce Juveniles Next Track

Being a songwriter, producer and MC comes naturally to Pensacola, Florida native Perion. His latest production effort, "Way I Be Leanin," is the new single from Juvenile's platinum album, Reality Check. The track features Juvenile along with Mike Jones, Paul Wall, and UTP members Skip and Wacko,...

J Dillas Mother Pays Tribute To Son Attends Event

Maureen Yancey, the mother of the late hiphop producer J Dilla, arrived with Hustle & Flow's Taraji P. Henson at a star studded benefit last night, organized to raise money for Lupus L.A., an organization formed six years ago by Daniel Wallace, MD, one of the country’s most prominent Lupus...

Beanie Sigel Returns To Studio After Shooting

Beanie Sigel was released from a Philadelphia hospital following the recent incident where he was shot during an attempted robbery, incurring gun shot wounds to both arms. Sigel drove away from the hospital with a towel over his head and one of his arms held in a sling. Sigel informed...

Rising Rapper Arrested Over Eminem Allegations

An aspiring rapper who has recently accused Eminem of stealing his lyrics has been arrested on three misdemeanor charges. Police charged Shawn Steven Baker accounts of harassment, terrorist threats and disorderly conduct after he left 12 threatening messages to district police authorities....

Gnarls Barkley Crazy To Delete Chart Success

Gnarls Barkley's phenomenal hit 'Crazy' will be deleted this week, ending a phenomenal run of nine consecutive weeks at the top of the UK charts. The decision to delete 'Crazy' was made to ensure that the focus of the Gnarls Barkley campaign now falls on the second single, 'Smiley Faces',...

Mary J. Blige Announces Summer Headlining Tour

Thirteen years into her career Mary J. Blige is still the Queen of Hip Hop Soul. She was anointed the title even before her boundary-breaking, genre-making debut smash What's the 411? dropped in 1992 and now on the heels of the success of her new album, The Breakthrough, Mary J. Blige announces a...

Midi Mafia To Blast Out Track For Lloyd Banks

As one of the most sought-after production teams in the industry today, Midi Mafia is taking their hit-making abilities to the next level in the Summer of 2006. Their new Lloyd Banks song, Make You Move, will be featured on Banks' upcoming Rotten Apple LP, and they are in the studio putting the...

New Rhymefest Jukebox Including Album Tracks

Rhymefest has just revealed his new Jukebox on his site which includes Fever and Stick, the main tracks from the up and coming album Blue Collar, expected for release on July 11, 2006. The Jukebox also allows you to view images from the new video.

Lil Flip Leaves Sony For Asylum Wmg

Lil Flip has recently revealed that he is no longer signed to Sony Music Group. The Houston based rapper has confirmed that he has indeed signed a new deal with Asylum Records / Warner Music Group in an effort to free himself from the constant problems between both parties during the deal....

Guitar Center Launches 2006 Dj Spin Off Battle

Guitar Center today announced the launch of its 2006 Spin Off competition, the largest and most prestigious DJ/Turntable competition in the country. Up for grabs is over $40,000 in prizing and the Spin Off Grand Champion bragging rights. “Spin Off pays tribute to the battle DJ movement that...

Ecks Preparing Comeback With New Mixtape

Only 10 minutes into their first recording session a stunned KRS-One uttered the words, "You are going to be a star; You are the future of hip-hop", this after watching a then teenage Ecks walk into the booth and freestyle his entire 2 verse collaboration with KRS-One: "Take it to God". Now...

Tiffany Affair Are Starting A Fire On Reprise

Takeover Ent./Reprise Records is pleased to announce that it has signed female urban pop act Tiffany Affair. The group, which is made up of four teenage singers and dancers from New York City, was brought to Reprise Records by famed guitarist Robert Randolph, alongside Takeover Ent — debut album...

Adult Swim And Chocolate Industries Album

Adult Swim and Chocolate Industries have gotten together and produced Chocolate Swim, an EP which is available for FREE! - The album is 100% free and features solid music from Kovas, Lady Sov, Ghislain Poirier, Mos Def & Diverse, and Vast Aire (ft. MF Doom). Adult Swim heats up the summer with...

National Youth Summit To Engage Activism

On August 12th, 2006, youth from across the country will gather in Naples, Florida to protest the glorification of violence and immorality in hip hop. The event is titled the National Youth Summit, and is being produced by the non-profit organization TanzAmer Incorporated, and "The Cipher Show."...

C Murder Escapes House Arrest

Rapper C Murder has been cleared of his house arrest restriction imposed on him back in May. A New Orleans judge has allowed C Murder to leave his home despite attempts from the prosecution to inprison the rapper for "violating conditions of his house arrest numerous times." He is also...

Spin Off Dj Contest In The Mix

Guitar Center today announced the launch of its 2006 Spin Off competition, the largest and most prestigious DJ/Turntable competition in the country. Up for grabs is over $40,000 in prizing and the Spin Off Grand Champion bragging rights. Here is a link to last year's winner's performance.

Cormega And Lake Team Up For My Brothers Keeper

Cormega is a name synoymous with both independent music and the notorious neighborhood of Queensbridge, New York. Over the past several years, Cormega has released a number of acclaimed albums, and has paved his own path to success. For the first time in history, Cormega is teaming with his...

Dmx Rejects Plea Deal Settlement

DMX rejected a plea bargain for a recent White Plains traffic case on Monday 24th July. The reasoning behind the rejected plea is believed to have been due to what DMX views as unfair treatment. If the rapper had accpeted the plea, the case potentially could have been finally settled. "I...

Wine O Signs Deal With Universal Records

Houston rapper Wine-O has inked a deal with Universal Records to distribute his late-September release Hate Me. Wine-Os first single, 'Pop My Trunk' has exploded and is in heavy rotation an all major radio stations in Texas, and is also the number one club song in Texas. The single has been...

Big Case Recommences With New Detectives

A new squad of Homicide detectives have been put in place to investigate the BIG murder case further in an effort to finally pinpoint those involved. If new evidence is brought to light, then LA Police officers's claims that they were entirely innocent of all accusations can be confirmed....

Lloyd Inks Worldwide Deal With Atlantic Records

Atlantic Records has signed acclaimed Atlanta-based R&B vocalist and songwriter Lloyd to a long-term, exclusive worldwide recording contract through a pact with ShoNuff Records. The creative force behind ShoNuff is ace producer Jazze Pha, famed for his work with Nelly, Ludacris, OutKast, Usher,...

Video Game Saints Row To Feature Hip Hop Music

Saints Row is an explosive action/driving hybrid game for the Xbox 360. It is the only game in its genre that offers players unrivalled character customization options and a multiplayer experience through Xbox Live. Saints Row is not just a video game. 5 original songs custom to the game come...

Hip Hop Legend Rakim Embarks On Nationwide Tour

Hip Hop legend Rakim has announced a 22 date national tour beginning at the end of this month. The long tour will get under way on August 19, when Rakim will journey to Philadelphia at Penn's Landing for the first performance. The tour will settle at Texas, Arizona, California, Utah,...

Eazy E Latino Proteges To Release Sophomore Album

The late Eazy-E's sole Latino proteges, The Brownside, have just released their second album, "The Takeover." Their first album, "Eastside Drama," issued in 1995, had been slated for release through Eazy-E's Ruthless label, until the Compton rapper's tragic death ended a solid paper trail of...

Big Boi Appearance On Mtvs Wild N Out

In the third season "Nick Cannon Presents Wild 'N Out" will continue to feature two teams of hot, up-and-coming comics who go head-to-head in a series of "improv battles." Each week Cannon's team will challenge a celebrity guest and their team to a fast-paced war of words and wit. On August...

The Bboy Summit Celebrates 11 Years

The Bboy Summit, the legendary trendsetter in Hip-Hop lifestyle events and culture for the past decade, is back to celebrate its 11th year running! This year's theme? The Battle of the Sexes Super Jam, also known as "BOSS" which will be an international country vs. country battle for world...

Was Beanie Sigel Shooting A Publicity Stunt

Philadelphia investigators are looking into the validity of recent claims that Beanie Sigel was involved in a robbery and a shooting which followed. The Philadelphia Daily News reported that the claims became fragile when the show The Aphilliates: The Streetz is Watchin', a weekly hip-hop show...

C Murder Ordered Back To House Arrest

Corey "C-Murder" Miller has been ordered back into house arrest, following a recent appeal which was held on August 15th. "Corey Miller is to be placed on complete home incarceration and is further ordered that he is not allowed to leave his residence at any time," the judge exclaimed. The...

Busta Rhymes Arrested And Charged With Assault

Busta Rhymes was arrested on Saturday August 19th, proceeding the Heineken AmsterJam Festival, where he was charged with assault. According to reports, Busta is being being investigated over events that took place a a week ago. Suspicions indicate that following a man spitting at his car,...

Ns2 Records Signs New Artist Nat Turna

Independent record label, NS2 Records, is pleased to announce that it has signed Dirty South sensation Nat Turna. The announcement was made at a small private gathering of NS2 investors and Independent entertainers in Downtown Atlanta. NS2 has big plans for the newly signed artist including...

Belo From Do Or Die Delivers The Truth

Standout member Belo of Do or Die is putting the finishing touches on his dynamic, debut album THE TRUTH, due to arrive in stores this October 17th on The Legion Records' label. Belo has the streets anxiously awaiting his solo album. He is the first member from Do or Die to release a solo effort....

Remo Da Rapstar Prepares Debut Phenomenon Album

Standing out in the crowd may be a challenge for some, but Bronx native Remo Da Rapstar is bringing a new standard of artistic integrity and business sense to the world of music. With the release of his debut street album, Rapstar Phenomenon, on the horizon, Remo has positioned himself with a...

Verbal Kent To Move With The Walls This Fall

Gravel Records present's Move With the Walls, (which will be released on 10-17-06) the introspective and powerful sophomore release from Chicago's Verbal Kent. Verbal's 2004 debut, What Box, featuring Wordsworth & One Be Lo, generated considerable buzz both in the U.S. and abroad. However,...

Diddys Creation Danity Kane Comes To Life

Bad Boy Records' red-hot girl group Danity Kane, stars of the hit MTV series Making the Band 3, have exploded at retail outlets nationwide with their debut album, "DANITY KANE." The multi-talented quintet is the music industry's newest Cinderella story, as Danity Kane is now neck and neck with...

Boost Mobile Rockcorps Announces Ti Appearance

Atlanta artist TI is the first officially confirmed artist for the New York Boost Mobile RockCorps event. More surprise artists are yet to be confirmed, but TI sets the level which the event is aiming at. RockCorps is an organization that harnesses the power of music to inspire...

Video Music Awards Take Over New York

MTV will take New York City by storm with the hottest events, concerts, promotions and more as the network, and the biggest names in music, get ready to bring back the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards to Radio City Music Hall on August 31st airing live at 8pm ET/PT. The MTV "Video Music Awards"...

Reub A Finalist In The King Of The Beats Contest

One of WASHINGTON, D.C.'s Own rising hip-hop stars is packing up and taking the metro area flavor to west coast. Rapper/producer R.E.U.B ., has been selected as a finalist in the SCION sponsored KING OF THE BEATS Competition, scheduled to be held at the world famous ROXY Theater in Los Angeles....

Consequence Back To Finish What He Started

The Con Man is back up in the building and all the fans of G.O.O.D. music need to pay close attention. For those who don't know, Consequence earned his hip-hop stripes back in 1993 alongside hip-hop super group A Tribe Called Quest. Cons made his rap debut on one of hip-hop's most cherished...

Rap Artist Nat Turna Sails Into Savannah

Dirty South sensation, Nat Turna and his Pretty Kitty Committee (PKC) traveled to Savannah to promote "Drop Dat Thang" the smash hit single from the upcoming album, "The Nat Turna Project" from NS2 Records. The single is currently receiving serious airplay in markets like Savannah and across the...

Ron Artest Shoots Music Video In Las Vegas

Baller and Rapper Ron Artest is shooting a music video for his single, "Fever," in Las Vegas on Sunday, September 17th and Monday, September 18th. The single is the first from his upcoming album My World, which will be released on October 31 and will be distributed in the United States thru WEA....

Ras Kass And The Game Fight Inside Nightclub

Rappers Ras Kass and The Game confronted each other in a fight at a Los Angeles night club on Thursday night. Ras Kass is currently embarking on a nationwide tour with both Rakim and Kid Capri. The altercation took place in Club Element, and the entire event stemmed from a song named...

Fat Joe Releases Me Myself And I On Imperial

Virgin Records and Imperial Records, the urban label development unit of EMI's Caroline distribution, are scheduled to release Terror Squads' new album from hip-hop icon Fat Joe, Me, Myself & I. The album, slated for November 14, 2006 release, will be marketed and distributed with an innovative...

Red Bull Bc One Battle Breakdancing

Rhino Entertainment and Destroy Entertainment have signed a distribution deal that will bring bc oNE straight into the major DVD home video market, Pay per View, Digital Download and Broadcast. Destroy will releases BC ONE on September 12, 2006. The title takes you inside the world of dancing...

Cadillac Don And J Money Look At Me Hits Stores

The history of Southern hip hop is replete with duos that have made an indelible mark on rap music and popular culture. Over the years, legendary artists such as UGK, Outkast, Eightball & MJG have moved crowds as well as millions of units while, at the same time, helping to set the foundation for...

R N B Legend John Tour And Performance Details

John Legend, will be on tour in the UK this Monday. John Legend will be performing live from the Royal Albert Hall in London live at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT. This performance will be streamed live on MSN's newest acquisition Control Room (formally Network LIVE), so everyone in the world will be...

Ron Browz Teams With Lloyd Banks And Webstar

After the massive recognition of his track "I'll Whip Ya Head Boy" for 50 Cent's Get Rich Or Die Tryin' film and soundtrack, Ron Browz has another G-Unit hit on his hands with the new Lloyd Banks single "Help". The song appears along with a second Browz-produced track, "Playboy (Part 2)" on...

The Navy To Take Sean P Of Youngbloodz To Iraq

Sean P (aka Sean Paul of the YoungBloodZ) is going to Iraq with the Navy. Not for the reasons you would immediately think. The U.S. Navy has exclusively employed the entertainment services of Sean P in the countries of Iraq, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Though Sean P won’t be serving his country as an...

Gucci Mane Is Back And Hes Hard To Kill

On Tuesday, October 24, 2006, Big Cat Records and Tommy Boy Entertainment will release the explosive Gucci Mane sophomore album, Hard To Kill. The first single from the CD is "My Chain" which is one of the hottest tracks on the album and most requested in clubs throughout the Southeast. This...

Rhymefest Takes Uk By Storm

Today Rhymefest has officially become the face of hip-hop in the UK. Fest's meeting with Tory leader and candidate for Pime Minister, David Cameron, to discuss their views on hip-hop and it's effects on society in the UK have been exploding on to the covers of the news papers, television sets and...

2pac Legacy To Continue With Pacs Life

2Pac's legendary work ethic and constant drive often found him laying down vocals in two or three rooms of a recording studio simultaneously, and then heading straight to a film set, video shoot, or concert, only to begin again the next morning, sleeping during travel from one location to the...

Diddy Press Play Pressing All The Right Buttons

"PRESS PLAY," Diddy's first solo project in five years, has been garnering widespread critical acclaim. The collection, which arrived in stores this week, finds the Bad Boy founder and recording artist joined in the studio by a hand-picked cast of modern artists and groundbreaking producers. The...

Ugk Drops Long Awaited New Album

Jive recording artist UGK returns after a long hiatus with their long awaited seventh album "U.G.K. Underground Kingz." Group members Bun B and Pimp C return with a double album that features twenty new tracks. The album lists production by UGK's own Pimp C, as well as Atlanta hit makers...

Eminem To Reup A New Album From Mixtape

Rumors about an upcoming mixtape project prompted Eminem today to reveal details about the album. "So much wrong information has gotten out," said the multiplatinum-selling rap superstar, "it's time to set the record straight." Eminem Presents: The Re-Up(Shady Records/Interscope Records), to...

Spider Loc And Felli Fel Are Connected

Since the day Spider Loc bumped into Young Buck in Atlanta two years ago and rattled off an acapella that would convince Buck to introduce him to 50 Cent, the West Coast native has been lowriding to a new beat. Now a fixture in the G-Unit family and the original representer of G-Unit West,...

Snoop Dogg Declares Classic Album Is Emerging

Superstar rapper and hip hop icon Snoop Dogg readies for his highly anticipated album Tha Blue Carpet Treatment releasing on November 21st through Doggystyle/Geffen. Early buzz from industry insiders promise a classic album complete with the reunion of Snoop and Dr. Dre with three bangers from...

Nas States Hip Hop Is Dead On New Lp

Nasir Jones has a message: Something is terribly wrong with the state of hip-hop today. One of the greatest MCs to ever pick up a microphone, Nas has watched as his beloved hip-hop has gone from its innocent days of B-Boy battles and lyrical sport to today's fake-thug posturing and commercial...

Bizzy Bone Signs To Virgin Records

Virgin Records America is pleased to announce the signing of rap icon, Bizzy Bone. Imperial Records, the urban label and artist development unit of Caroline/EMI Music will market and promote the new album in conjunction with Virgin Records. Produced by After Platinum Records, the rapper's...

Our Competition Winner Is Steve Lee

The winner of the too short competition for 13 whole albums has been won by Steve Lee. I have emailed Steve and informed him that he is the winner. The albums will be on their way to you shortly so congratulations and enjoy them all! Thanks to all who entered and made the contest a...

Ghostface Killah Fishing For More Fish

Someone forgot to tell Ghostface Killah it's OK to rest on your laurels. Less than 10 months after releasing the most critically acclaimed album of the year - Fishscale - Ghost is back and as strong as ever with the surprising and equally stunning sequel, More Fish. Set for a December 12 release...

The Professional Part 3 To Be Released By Dj Clue

After a way-too-long six year break between official album releases on the Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam label, mixtape impresario and Desert Storm mogul DJ Clue? returns on December 19th with the arrival of THE PROFESSIONAL, Part 3, the long-awaited sequel to the all-star-studded The Professional, Pt. 2...

Bad Boy Takes Another Spin Round The Block

Block Enterprises and Bad Boy South have renewed their highly successful joint venture, it was announced today by Bad Boy CEO Sean "Diddy" Combs and Russell "Block" Spencer. The Atlanta-based Block Enterprises and Bad Boy South first joined forces for the 2005 release of the hit debut album...

Lil Scrappy To Launch Online Tv Show Gs Up Tv

n a move to harness the power of the Internet, as well as showcase the star quality of a rising artist, Reprise Records will launch G's Up TV, an online TV show starring Lil Scrappy. The weekly show will begin on November 21st and lead up to the December 5th Reprise/BME Recordings release of his...

Tyrese Aka Black Ty Releases 3 Assault Singles

Tyrese, the multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, writer, producer and now rapper (aka Black-Ty), has unleashed an airwave assault with the simultaneous release of 3 tracks from his upcoming Alter Ego double cd. The melodic ballad "One," produced by The Underdogs, the...

Dan The Automator Brings Mixtape To 2k Sports Tour

2K Sports, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., announced today that Dan The Automator will headline the second leg of the 2nd Annual 2K Sports Bounce Tour with an all-new presentation approach. This unique event will mirror a live mix tape-inspired format with creative...

Ugk Underground Kingz Album Pushed Back 2 Months

Jive recording artist UGK's seventh album has been pushed back to February 27, 2007. The double set "U.G.K. Underground Kingz" was originally scheduled to drop on December 19, 2006. The album features 26 new tracks by the Houston duo and lists production by UGK’s own Pimp C, as well as Atlanta...

Pharoahe Monch Releases New Desire Album

Raised on the infamous Southside of NYC's Queens borough, a young Monch caught the Hip-Hop bug early as the culture born in the Rotten Apple. It would be while attending art school that Pharoahe would find his calling as an emcee, and eventually co-founded the rap duo Organized Konfusion. It was...

Abc Show Seeks Families Who Live Hip Hop Lifestyle

Casting Directors for ABC TV are conducting a national search for outgoing families (moms, dads and kids between the ages of 5 and 18) for Season 3 of Wife Swap. Do you or all of your family members live a hip hop lifestyle? Do you embody the hip hop style in everything from your music...

Mtv Goes Gold For 2007

With the holidays around the corner that also means New Year's is following right behind. And what's a better place to bring in the New Year than NYC! And MTV is going to help out with that with their New Years Eve contest. Everyone does a party for New Year's but only MTV is able to bring...

Yung Joc Wraps Up 2006 With A Grammy Nomination

Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Yung Joc is set to put the cap on a year that saw him rise up from the streets of Atlanta to the platinum heights of hip-hop stardom. Among the recent highlights is the news of Yung Joc's first-ever Grammy Awards nomination. The ATL-based...

Nas Hip Hop Is Dead Attracts Large Album Sales

Nas and his new album entitled Hip Hop is Dead has propelled to the top of the album charts after selling 355,000 copies in it's intial week, according to Nielsen Soundscan. Despite the rapper's move to Def Jam and the hysteria and intrigue behind the album name, the sales have certainly not...

Kurupt To Tie The Knot With Gail Gotti

Kurupt proposed to his long term girlfriend, Gail Gotti, on Christmas Day. Gotti announced his excitement over the whole event "Words could never describe the love and passion that we have for each other," Gotti stated. "What helps make our relationship so strong is that we are best friends....

Sean Price To Church With Jesus Price Superstar

Along with his partner Rock, Sean Price (A.K.A. Ruck) dropped two impressive LP's as the duo Heltah Skeltah; their 1996 debut Nocturnal (which included the indelible "Leflaur Leflah Eshkoshka") and their 1998 follow-up Magnum Force. Sean is also a core member of the legendary Boot Camp Clik...

K Os To Reign Throughout America In Early 2007

Virgin Records Toronto-based, Trinidad-born, alternative breakthrough artist k-os will launch a comprehensive, coast-to-coast U.S. tour in early 2007. Running from mid-February all the way into early April, the tour will find k-os sharing the stage with Gym Class Heroes, RX Bandits, and P.O.S...

Dame Dash Recruits Michael Admani

The industry's newest record executive has a new boss. Michael Admani, known as rapper Anonymous, has teamed up with Dame Dash and Lil' Shawn to help run day to day assignments for Dame Dash' Music Division. Under his alter ego Anonymous, Admani moved more independent units in a six year career...

Snoop Dogg Sued Over Football Tv Show

Snoop Dogg has been sued by New York-based Natural Resources Media & Technology Group who state that the role he played in broadcasting a football program involving his Snoop Youth Football League Foundation (SYFL), has breached a contract with 20th Century Fox, who had both agreed to develop and...

Snoop Teams With Mobile Entertainment Providers

Mobile entertainment providers Limbo 41414(TM) and Media Cartel, Inc., have teamed up with Jakks Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) and Grammy winning rapper Snoop Dogg for a "Dog Meet Dogg Sweepstakes" to promote JAKKS' new JPI Pets Snoop Dogg line and benefit the Snoop Youth Football League. Now...

Bg And The Chopper City Boyz Debut Album

Hip hop livin' legend B.G. and rising stars The Chopper City Boyz are set to release their debut album, We Got This on February 27, 2007 through KOCH Records / Chopper City Records. The Chopper City Boyz, comprised of Sniper, VL Mike, Hakim (aka Hakizzle) and Gar — all grew up together in New...

Diddy Searches For New Generation Of Bad Boys

MTV: Music Television and Sean "Diddy" Combs today announced open call auditions for MTV's hit returning series "Making the Band 4" to kick off on January 17th in Los Angeles. And for the first time ever candidates who are unable to make the open calls can post their audition videos on-line via...

Skull Releases First Ever Animated Ringtone

Under the direction of Mariah Carey's brother, Morgan Carey; YG Entertainment will launch the first animated ringtone ever released in the United States featuring, Korean Reggae Artist, Skull. The ringtone will be available for purchase January 17, 2007 on a variety of mobile phone carriers....

Gangsta Rap The Glockumentary Hits Screens

GANGSTA RAP: THE GLOCKUMENTARY will have its theatrical release Friday, March 2 on nearly two dozen screens in the L.A. area. The feature-length comedy is independently released by Ill Ville Films/Big Business. Written and directed by Damon "Coke" Daniels, who co-wrote My Baby's Daddy with...

Tyrese Gibson Issues Statement Regarding Rumours

"I am a very private person but as untrue information is still circulating, I feel I owe it to my fans and supporters to finally address the rumors and put them to rest once and for all. Please be assured that accusations of an alleged physical altercation between my girlfriend and me are...

New Orleans Rapper Skrilla Blazing The Airwaves

Meet new Rap sensation "Young "Soulja" Skrilla", who is blazing into the music industry. Young Skrilla is a highly celebrated rapper from New Orleans 3rd Ward's Magnolia Projects. Young Skrilla released his first mixtape Supaheroes: Hot Az a Heata Vol. 1 in 2005. Young Skrilla was formally...

Nike Af1 Anniversary Song Feat Kanye West And Nas

NIKE's AF1 25th Anniversary-inspired Song, "Better Than I've Ever Been", Available on iTunes Feb. 20th (February 15, 2007 - New York, NY) The much talked about collaboration on the NIKE- commissioned hip hop track, "Better Than I've Ever Been" which features Kanye West, Nas and KRS-One, and...

Notorious Big Greatest Hits Release Date March 6th

Bad Boy Records has announced the upcoming release of the Notorious B.I.G.'s "GREATEST HITS," a 16-track compilation honoring the extraordinary life and career of the late, great hip-hop legend. The album - which features tracks spanning the one-and-only Biggie Smalls's prolific, all-too-brief...

Fabolous To Release From Nothin To Somethin

Brooklyn-born rapper Fabolous, the newest mega-signing to the Def Jam Recordings artist roster, will release his long-awaited new fourth album, FROM NOTHIN' TO SOMETHIN', on March 27th. The album, featuring special guest appearances from fellow Def Jam artist Ne-Yo with producer Timbaland (on...

Voletta Wallace Announces Biggy Clothing Line

In 1997 Christopher Wallace introduced Brooklyn Mint to the world. After his untimely death, his mother,Voletta Wallace continued the rap legends fashion aspirations. This year commemorates the 10th year Anniversary of his death and Voletta further expands the Brooklyn Mint Brand with the launch...

Crime Mob Gets Release Hated On Mostly March 20th

It's been almost two years since five rowdy teenagers from Ellenwood, Georgia first exploded on the national music scene with their thunderous tune, "Knuck if You Buck." Like an uncontrollable wildfire, the song blazed its way through the underground and literally became one of the hottest songs...

Young Jeezy And The Game To Take Center Stage

Today's Hottest Hip-Hop & Rock Artists will Perform Exclusively for 3,000 Youth Volunteers Boost Mobile RockCorps (BMRC), the national youth volunteerism movement that has motivated more than 16,000 young people to get involved and help their communities, today announced that recording artists...

Watch The Best Baby Break Dancer

Watch this youngster performing his moves on the floor. This kid has to be seen to be believed and can certainly show some inspiration to the older generation of break dancers. For a toddler, this guy has some special moves and plenty of enthusiasm. The art of breakdancing now starts at...

Breakin For Cancer Breakdancing Event

Since 2003, Sole Power Productions has been a leader in Entertainment, Event Production, Artist Management, Interactive DJ, Dance, Urban and Live Music industries in Toronto and across Canada. In the last year, our operations have expanded into New York, Miami, and across Europe. Our DJs,...

Redman To Release Red Gone Wild Thee Album

After a six year break that has won him success and worldwide recognition in major feature films, network and cable television in the U.S. and U.K., video games, cartoons, and of course mix tapes - chronic Def Jam Recordings core artist Redman gets right back in the game where he belongs. RED...

Tyrese Set To Heat Up The Stage This Spring

Still riding high from the debut of his groundbreaking double CD Alter Ego, J Records' Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling R&B artist, Tyrese, is set to embark on the "VH1 Soul Presents The Alter Ego Tour," beginning March 3 at New York City's B.B. King's. A charismatic performer whose...

Bobby Valentino And Ludacris Speak On Album Leak

Because of the success of my debut album, and the love for my fans, I wanted to take my time with this new album Special Occasion. So in the meantime, I put out a couple of songs that I knew weren't going on the album on my myspace & mixtapes to give to my fans," Bobby stated. "This was just a...

8ball And Mjg Ridin High This March

Legendary Southern rap duo, 8Ball & MJG will release today their highly anticipated 12th studio album, Ridin' High on Bad Boy South. The album features collaborations with Diddy, Oscar and Grammy winners Three 6 Mafia, Bad Boy hit maker Yung Joc, producer Jazze Pha, fellow Memphis native Project...

Notorious Big Greatest Hits Sells 100000

The Notorious B.I.G.'s "GREATEST HITS," the new Bad Boy Records compilation honoring the extraordinary life and career of the late, great hip-hop legend, has made a triumphant #1 debut on both the Billboard 200 and "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" charts this week, with sales of nearly 100,000 units....

Ne Yo Looking For Continued Success

Beginning with the release of Ne-Yo's platinum debut In My Own Words in 2006, life hasn't been the same for the Las Vegas native. "The transition from being in the background as a songwriter and being an artist took a little getting used to," Ne-Yo laughs. "It's a lot different being the guy that...

Eminem Files Motion To Stop Wife Bad Mouthing Him

March 26th will see Eminem attend court as he files a motion to prevent his ex-wife, Kim Mathers, from publicly bad mouthing him. Detroit News has reported that Eminem recently field a motion in an effort to silence ex-wife Kim Mathers from making further "derogatory, disparaging, inflammatory...

Ne Yo Finalises Because Of You For New Album

The wait is finally over, as Def Jam recording artist Ne-Yo takes the wraps off and announces that his hotly awaited second album, due May 1st, will be titled BECAUSE OF YOU, named after the album's first single pick. "It makes the most sense," Ne-Yo says of his album title choice....

Blue Scholars Ready Sophomore Lp Bayani

With one full-length album (Self-Titled, 2004) and an 8-song EP (The Long March, 2005) the Blue Scholars have emerged out of the erupting Northwest hip-hop scene with soulful beats, poetic yet political rhymes and a reputation for dynamic live performances. With their second full-length release,...

Bobby Valentino Takes To The Hoop On X Box Live

TAKE IT TO THE HOOP AGAINST BOBBY VALENTINO ON XBOX LIVE R & B sensation takes on gamers in Xbox LIVE Game with Fame session. Bobby Valentino will switch up his harmony for intense discord to face fans on Xbox LIVE as part of the latest Xbox LIVE Game with Fame session. Xbox LIVE Gold...

Young Jeezy The Snowman Announces A Cold Summer

The forecast for the summer just got a whole lot chillier, as the Snowman has just announced a May 22nd release date for the first release from his Corporate Thugz Entertainment (CTE) label, Young Jeezy Presents USDA: Cold Summer. "It's crazy," Jeezy recently told MTV News. "I wanted to do it...

Snoop And Diddy Cancel Uk Tour Due To Visa Denial

Following on from Snoop's run ins with UK law, the One Love Peace Tour featuring Snoop Dogg and Diddy has been forced into cancellation. The reason for the cancellation surround Snoop's last major altrication at Heathrow Airport, London in April 2006 where the rapper was banned from entering...

Kanye West Spends 7 Million Dollars On Crib

According to reports in the Los Angeles Times, Kanye West has splashed out in the region of $7.2 million on a house being listed by Judi Schryro of Hilton & Hyland in Beverly Hills. After 45 years of unavailability, the house then went onto the market with it's full one acre of land. The home...

The Prospect An Unsigned Emcee Competition

Scion is helping unsigned emcees get their voices heard with a contest entitled "The Prospect." The competition brings the contestants into the recording studio with super producer Hi-Tek and puts them in front of the camera to create their own music video. Beginning April 9th, unsigned...

Loud Battle Rap Competition Begins Sunday April 15

Hip-hop finally has its own version of successful online communities like YouTube, MySpace and various game sites with the debut of Battle Rap, a contest which will be launched on Sunday, April 15, on the legendary www.loud.com site as well as www.battlerap.com. The project is a Joint venture...

Jim Jones Officially Launches Dipskate Team

In early 2006, Diplomat Records co-CEO Jim Jones announced his sponsorship venture with DipSkate, a Freestyle Rolling team headed by Calvin Sayles and Ramelle Knight. Jones has fulfilled a multitude of roles in his career, including recording artist, producer, executive, video director,...

Pastor Defends Daughters Dance With Akon

A pastor and father of a 14 year old girl has defended her actions following her raunchy dance on stage with Akon. During a tour in Trinidad, Akon and the girl simulated aggressive sexual acts in front of an eager audience. The video has hit the web and has spread like wild fire. The...

Universal Republic Signs Hot Atlanta Hip Hop Group

Universal Republic Records has entered into an agreement with OnDeck Records to market, distribute and release the hot new genre-defying hip hop trio the SHOP BOYZ, whose debut single "Party Like A Rockstar," scored as the 2nd most added new single at urban radio last week, continuing to build...

Killah Priest To Release The Offering

After a four-year break since his last official album, classic lyricist Killah Priest is returning with his next full-length album The Offering. The album has been discussed by fans worldwide as Priest recorded, and he took his time traveling from East to West to get the best for the project....

Yung Joc Georgia State Supreme Court Honor Youth

Block Ent/Bad Boy South Platinum Artist Yung Joc and Georgia State Supreme Court Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears honor exceptional Atlanta Youth at The Choose Success Awards! Earlier today, platinum recording artist Yung Joc presented awards to deserving elementary, middle and high school...

Diddy Achieves Television History

It's Diddy TV: Sean "Diddy" Combs has already dominated the worlds of fashion and music. Now, he is making history as one of the most prolific and popular African American television producers to date. With an astounding four shows running simultaneously and several more in development, he is...

Jump Off Tv Weekly Newcast

Courtesy of JumpOff.tv, here is the weekly round up newscast. The newscast includes Busta Rhymes run-ins with the law, Xzibit and Mim's controversial "I" symbol used within his name on his album cover. Cam'ron receives a whole section dedicated solely to him due to the extent of his weekly...

Midi Mafia Sha Money And Al Kapone Join Loud

Loud is pleased to announce Sha-Money, Midi Mafia and Al Kapone to the list of producers that have tracks available on LOUD.COM. They are joined by Cool and Dre, Zukhan Bey, Green Lantern, DJ Khaled, David Banner, SPK, Grind Music, "The Otherz", Blackout, Teflon and RandG. Said Rifkind, who...

Lil Wyte To Be One And Only On June 5th

After delivering two successful independent albums with Three 6 Mafia's Hypnotize Minds imprint - Doubt Me Now in 2003 and Phinally Phamous in 2004 - Memphis native Lil' Wyte is bringing his club-friendly, heartfelt style to an even bigger audience. He spent the past three years touring,...

Young Jeezy Locked Up For Behaviour At Strip Club

At Stoker's, a popular stip club, Young Jeezy early 24th morning was arrested for disorderly conduct. The Dekalb County Police have claimed that Jeezy was arrested at 3:31am, charged with disorderly conduct and the bail was set at $280. Jeezy was released soon after, following a successful...

Dude N Nem Signs With Tvt Records

TVT Records announces the signing of Raw Dope Records' psychedelic Rap duo, Dude 'N Nem. "I've kept my eye on the rise of Chicago's juke DJs and its local music scene. Dude 'N Nem have the energy and talent to bring their unique and infectious sound to the world's attention," says TVT Records...

Rihanna Umbrella Ft Jay Z Dominates Charts

RIAA platinum, award-winning SRP/Def Jam recording artist – and CoverGirl spokesperson – Rihanna takes over the top of the charts this week as her current single "Umbrella" (featuring Jay-Z), with over 80 million audience, scores a perfect trifecta at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, Pop 100, and Hot...

Ti And Ciara Prepare For This Years Screamfest 07

If you want to know what's hot to Young America, then look no further than the SCREAM TOUR...the newest cell phones, the latest ringtones, the hottest cars and the biggest stars. In every arena--sports, politics, TV, movies, technology, business- you have that one person, place or thing that...

Common To Release Finding Forever On 31st July

Multi-faceted Hip-Hop superstar Common is prepping his highly anticipated seventh album, Finding Forever, for a July 31st release on G.O.O.D Music/Geffen Records. The album is the follow up to the four times Grammy nominated, critically heralded and Kanye West produced Be, which spawned hits...

Illinois Rapper Involved In 1.3 Million Con

Felony charges were made towards Illinois based rapper Blaxican, following a $1.3 million scam. The scam involved conning investors by falsely informing them that the funds would be used to produce an Adam Sandler movie. Allegations by the Chicago Sun-Times revealed that the rapper, Eric...

Duck Down Records Preps New Projects For 2007

Buoyed by their ingenious "Tripe Threat" campaign in 2005 (Buckshot & 9th Wonder's Chemistry, Sean Price's Monkey Barz and Smif N Wesson's Reloaded) Duck Down Records re-established itself as one of Hiphop's premier Independent labels. The buzz for the label and its artists only heightened in...

50 Cent To Feature In Righteous Kill Film

50 cent is widely expected to star in new film, Righteous Kill, playing the role of a drug dealer. The rapper will be in good company as both Al Pacino and Robert De Niro will also play feature roles in the film, on the other side of the law starring as cops. "I'm not even sure they know...

Fat Joe Continues To Make Impression

Fat Joe's critically-acclaimed album Me, Myself and I still continues to sell and make a strong statement for independent music and is one of the most successful albums that Imperial Records has released since re-launching as EMI Music's independent urban label division in 2006. Some of the other...

Afeni Shakurs Home Ignites In Flames

The home of Afeni Shakur, mother of the late Tupac Shakur, ignited in flames and burned to the ground reports have claimed. At approximately 7 p.m. the fire raged throughout the entire home resulting in what is believed to have been a total loss. It took three fire departments to control the...

Wu Tang Clans Raekwon Readies New Lp Icewater

Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan to unveil the long awaited debut from the Ice Water clique on August 28th via Babygrande Records The highly anticipated album features Method Man, Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross, Three Six Mafia, Remy Ma, Jagged Edge & more. Under the tutelage of Wu-Tang Clan's...

Ti Allegedly Assaults Fan During His Concert

T.I. is believes to have lost his cool during a performance after a fan threw a tumbler at the rapper. When he got to the suspected tumbler tosser, T.I. allegedly struck the individual with his microphone, and the bloody patron was quickly escorted out of the hotel. A man threw his cup...

Ludacris And Dtp Are Strength In Numbers

Call it the ultimate mixtape event of 2007, as STRENGTH IN NUMBERS showcases the label's family of artists on 12 brand new previously unreleased tracks, set to arrive in stores on August 28th. In addition to multi-platinum DTP core artists Ludacris, who is CEO of the company (distributed...

Mobb Deeps Havoc To Release Debut On Nature Sounds

Havoc is one half of the musical force that rap fans have to come to know and love as Mobb Deep. For the past 14-years, Havoc (along with partner Prodigy) have become one of Hip-Hop's most influential entities and has released a string of indelible LP's including acclaimed classics like The...

Rockstar Releases Radio Single

Dirty Drum Productions in association with Fresh Goods Clothing announced today that independent hip hop artist and producer, ROCKST*R will release the buzz-worthy single and video "Radio" on Monday July 23rd, 2007. The ROCKST*R produced, "Radio," an ode to unsigned artists everywhere is a...

David Banner Readies New Album For Fall Release

Mississippi hip hop icon David Banner is putting the finishing touches on his much anticipated new SRC/Universal Motown album, Greatest Story Ever Told, preparing it for a fall release. The first single from the charismatic star's fifth studio album, "Speaker," features a select trinity of...

Loud Announces 3 Semifinalists And Wu Tang Contest

LOUD.com's first 10 week competition is now complete and three finalists have been chosen to compete for the grand prize: $100,000 and a recording contract with SRC Records. After weeks of strong competition, LOUD.com founders, SRC and Pure Games have named Los Angeles native Tha Crow the first...

Mos Def Talib Kweli Dead Prez Headline Concert

On Sunday, August 26th, 2007, at the Nokia Theatre in Times Square, Hip Hop icons Mos Def and Talib Kweli return for their tenth year as headline performers at the 10th Annual celebration of the highly anticipated and politically charged benefit concert known around the world as Black August Hip...

Sean John To Release New Women Fragrance

Sean "Diddy" Combs is in the news for his personal drama with ex-girlfriend Kim Porter, and his company Sean John has had difficulties in women's apparel in the past. But Combs is preparing several major launches in the women's category, beginning with the introduction of his fragrance with the...

Common Set To Release Finding Forever July 31st

Busta Rhymes Endures Yet Another Lawsuit

The lawsuits keep on emerging in the hip hop world, and unfortunately for Busta Rhymes at the moment, the majority encircle him. The most recent lawsuit initiates from a Bronx resident claiming that the rapper assaulted him after he "accidentally spat" on the rapper's car. He claims that Busta...

Half Of Mobb Deep Prepare Solo Project Album

One half of infamous rap group Mobb Deep, New York MC and producer Havoc is now taking the solo route for a new release on Nature Sounds Records. The album, entitled The Kush, is scheduled to hit stores on September 18th, and is produced in full by Havoc. As Mobb Deep, Havoc and partner...

Foxy Brown Leaves Def Jam To Go Independent

Foxy Brown leaves Def Jam to start an independent label which will be distributed through Koch Records. Last Wednesday night, August 8, Foxy Brown closed a deal with Koch Records which makes her the first female star MC to have an independent label at Koch. Although the exact terms of the deal...

Aesop Rock Preps New Album And Tour Dates

Def Jux rapper Aesop Rock is only one week away from the release of his latest full length, None Shall Pass, which hits stores on August 28th. Never one to pass the time quietly, Aesop is now offering fans a brand new e-card with a sneak peek at his yet-to-be-released music video for lead single...

Welcome Back To The Atmosphere

After a year off the road, Atmosphere will perform twenty seven shows in the U.S from September 14 - October 16, 2007 with fellow Rhymesayers label mates Grayskul and Mac Lethal, and special guest Luckyiam of Living Legends. Bringing over four hours of music with four independent Hip Hop artists,...

Dmx Home Raid Rescues 12 Pitbulls

DMX's home has been raided and 12 pit bulls rescued. According to TMZ, several weapons were also found during the raid which revealed more than initially expected. DMX has been closely watched by police officials over the past few years and only now have they made their move in an attempt to...

2007 Mtv Music Awards Line Up Updates

Check out MTV's contest for a chance to win tickets to see the show live in Vegas, spending money, a posh hotel and exclusive invites to the parties surrounding the event. The party just got bigger and louder at the "2007 MTV Music Video Awards" as...

The Pack Stake Claim To Based Boys Album

After creating one of the most original and infectious songs of last year with "Vans", a song that even Rolling Stone named top 5 for 2006, these four Bay Area teens are set to take it one step further with their debut album BASED BOYS. Always the trendsetters, The Pack defy classification by...

Hiphopreaction Nominated For Best Underground Site

VH1 have nominated HipHopReaction for the up coming Hip Hop Honors awards in the category of Best Underground Hip Hop site. Simply visit the VH1...

Gorilla Zoe Declares Zoo Time

Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Gorilla Zoe has announced details of his upcoming new album, "WELCOME TO THE ZOO." The ATL-based rapper's eagerly awaited debut collection - which features the banging hit single, "Hood Figga" - lands in stores and online on September 25th....

Walkin Bank Roll The All New Album By Project Pat

KOCH Records and Hypnotize Minds announce the release of Walkin' Bank Roll, the new album by Three-6 Mafia affiliate and Memphis native Project Pat. Walkin' Bank Roll will be released on October 30th, 2007 and features production by DJ Paul and Juicy J of the 5x-platinum and Academy...

Jadakiss Finally Cleared Of Drug And Gun Charges

Jadakiss has finally learned that all drug and gun related charges from as far back as 2006 have now been dropped. The Associated Press have published that the Westchester Country district attorneys office asked for charges to be dropped against both Jadakiss and Kristian Smith who was also...

J Holiday Continues To Rest At Number One With Bed

Not too hard, not too soft..but just right: this is the unanimous verdict of listeners and aficionados everywhere on "Bed," the smashingly successful single by Washington, DC's own J. Holiday. With three weeks and counting on top of the R&B/Hip-Hop chart, it's clear that one of the classic songs...

Starski Live With Ying Yang Twins And The Pack

Hyphy meets crunk in the Big Sky state of Montana, as Bay Area rapper/producer, Starski, supports the Platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated, Ying Yang Twins at an all-ages concert at the Gallatin Frairgrounds Indoor Arena in Bozeman on Thursday, October 11th. Starski will next be seen performing...

Infamous Mobb Returns With Reality Rap

Infamous Mobb (Ty Nitty, Gambino and Godfather Pt. 3) followed the precedent established by fellow Queensbridge cohorts Mobb Deep; Mobb Deep would latter introduced the trio on "Animal Instinct/Drop A Gem On Em" from their 1996 release Hell On Earth (Infamous Mobb would also go on to guest appear...

Freestyle 101 Featuring Bizarre From D12

As a founding member of Eminem's group D12, Bizarre is a well respected MC and freestyler. He came up in the Detroit underground scene alongside artists like the aforementioned great white hope, Insane Clown Posse, Royce the 5’9, Kid Rock, Esham and King Gordy (who gets a shout-out here)....

Sunday Supplement Need For Speed Prostreet

Need for Speed ProStreet is Need for Speed like you've never experienced before, packed with the visceral emotions and power that defines authentic street racing. We’ve left the seedy underworld of illicit driving and entered into a new era of organized street racing where competitive fervor is...

Jin The Emcee Returns With Third Album I Promise

As one of the tried and true battle lyricists of our day, Jin a.k.a. The Emcee is a rare breed of artists who continually puts his art before the industry. From his first introduction to the world on BET's 106 & Park to his recording contract with Ruff Ryders, Jin had his share of mainstream...

Chris Brown Up Close And Personal Tour Information

Jive recording artist, Chris Brown, plans to heat things on his upcoming winter tour with co-headliner Bow Wow. The Ford Presents UCP Holiday Exclusive Tour Powered By Sync In Association With BET Networks is scheduled to kick off in Cincinnati, OH on December 6th, 2007. His current smash...

Ghostface Killah Checks Into Rehab December 4th

"When you get a new Ghostface Killah album, the only reasonable reaction is to get lost in it," said the New York Times of Ghost's last full studio album, '06's instant classic Fishscale. And with the December '06 release of More Fish and Ghost's near-constant touring in '07, his legions of fans...

Rick Ross To Release Trilla On December 18th

Slip N' Slide/Def Jam recording artist Rick Ross, who rose from ruling the underground rap scene in Miami, to becoming 2006's buzz-worthiest hip-hop artist with the RIAA platinum #1 single "Hustlin'" - and his #1 Pop/#1 R&B/#1 Rap major label debut album Port Of Miami - returns with TRILLA, the...

Chaz Williams To Appear On Bets American Gangster

Chaz Williams, the CEO of Queens, NY based Black Hand Entertainment, and manager of Foxy Brown, will be profiled on an upcoming episode of BET's American Gangster series. Williams is said to have robbed over 60 banks before he was eventually caught and sentenced to a 95 year prison sentence....

Snoop Dogg Prepares New Album Release In 2008

Veteran West Coast rapper, Snoop Dogg, is set to once again bark on wax with the release of his upcoming 9th solo album, Ego Trippin. The album, which is set to drop on March of 2008 on Doggystyle/Geffen Records, will be the ninth solo set for the multi-platinum rapper. The set's lead single,...

Method Man Takes On Numerous Acting Roles

Method Man is no stranger to the occasional TV role, and he looks to further his appearances by appearing on the popular crime series Law and Order: Special Victims Unit courtesy of NBC. The episode is expected to be aired on Tuesday 4th December at 10:00pm, and begins with an investigation into...

Birdman Explains His Side Of The Marijuana Bust

Birdman recently spoke with MTV to give his side of the story in the alleged Marijuana Bust. He also gives his standpoint on gun possession and marriage. "We was on the bus. I was asleep in the back," he said. "Why they pulled us over, I don't know. The people are making the situation out...

Nwa Straight Outta Compton 20th Anniversary

It has been 20 years since N.W.A rocketed Straight Outta Compton to double platinum success and worldwide acclaim and notoriety as rap music's most powerful force, redefining forever the trajectory of popular music. On December 4, Capitol/Priority will release an expanded 20th Anniversary Edition...

Fight Klub Kicks Off New Battle Rap Contests

The Monday Night Fight Klub, hip hop's most revered underground battle competition, is gearing up for a new season. The Monday Night Fight Klub's creators and host International P are currently looking to find the hottest up and coming emcees to participate in their world famous battles....

Sean Combs Starring In Cnbc New American Business

SEAN COMBS, the CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group (Sean Combs Enterprises) is starring as the new face of CNBC's American Business campaign airing now on CNBC. The campaign pays tribute to America's most dynamic, successful individuals as they share their stories of...

Dmx Inks Deal With Bodog Music And Preps New Album

Bodog Music is thrilled to announce the worldwide signing of hip hop icon DMX to its growing roster of talented recording artists. Multi-platinum selling DMX has delivered five No. 1 Billboard albums, earning him the undisputed title as the king of hardcore rap. With hits like "Ruff Ryders...

Dmx To Release His First Gospel Rap Album

DMX recently disclosed to MTV during an interview that he intends to enter the studio once again, this time to create his first gospel-rap album. "No songs about bitches, no songs about robbing, just straight 'Give God the glory,'" he continued. The album will include no curse words and will...

Ti And Tiny Expecting Another Child

Ti and and his girlfriend / former Xscape group member Tameka "Tiny" Cottle recently announced that they are expecting their second child. T.I. remains under House Arrest whilst awaiting trial for gun charges, where Tiny was apparently present when T.I. allegedly was looking to buy three machine...

Wutang Clan Uses Eventful To Demand Tour Locations

Eventful, the leading global events Web site, joined forces with Wu-Tang Clan to give fans the power to influence their highly anticipated '8 Diagrams' tour, which kicked off on December 15, 2007. Wu-Tang Clan will be using Eventful Demand to let their loyal fans compete to win a spot on the...

Fat Joe Enters Mtv Top 10

Fat Joe is taking over the airwaves on MTV with his new video, "I Won't Tell" featuring J. Holiday. MTV has just added Fat Joe into the Top 10 artists played with heavy rotation and 15 to 18 spins a week, MTV 2 puts him into the Elite 8, MTV Hits bumps him to Diesel rotation with 15 to 20 plays...

50cent Announces Plan To Produce Independent Films

In an effort to broaden the scope which 50 Cent covers in the entertainment industry he has just reveealed plans to begin producing independent films. The announcement was made during the Sundance Film Festival, which was held over the weekend. The Los Angeles Times revealed that 50 Cent, at...

Harve Pierre Named President Of Bad Boy Records

Harve Pierre has been named President of Bad Boy Records, it was announced today by Bad Boy Entertainment founder and CEO Sean "P Diddy" Combs. Pierre will continue to report directly to Combs, and as President, he will oversee the finance, creative, promotional, marketing, A and R,...

Snoop Announces 6th Snoop Bowl

Music and TV superstar Snoop Dogg announced today that the 6th annual Snoop Bowl will be taking place on February 2, 2008. The annual game, hosted by Snoop Dogg himself, will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Matt Leinart Foundation (http://www.mattleinartfoundation.org). The game will be...

Kidz In The Hall Set To Release Sophomore Lp

Kidz In The Hall (comprised of Naledge and Double-O) are not your average group. Following their successful debut record, School Was My Hustle, released on October 31st, 2006, the duo teamed up with legendary Mix Tape DJ Mick Boogie, to release Detention, a digital-only LP, in late 2007. Now...

Jay Z To Headline Glastonbury

Recently confirmed by BBC News, JAY-Z will headline this summer's Glastonbury Festival. Though January just ended, Hov's had a pretty active 2008. The Glastonbury announcement caps off an eventful week for the mogul. On Monday, JAY-Z premiered an Exclusive Video of "Pray", which was comprised...

Dead Prez Concert Results In Riot And Flip Cop Car

On Friday 15th February a concert which featured Dead Prez resulted in mass riots including the overturning of a cop car following the performance. The damage is expected to be approximately $30,000, in which The Olympian reports that the riots were a consequence of a fight that occurred...

Smirnoff Reinvents Common Qtip And Krs One

Beginning this month, the makers of Smirnoff vodka are launching an exciting new Smirnoff Signature Mix Series, a campaign pairing three acclaimed rappers with contemporary beat-maestros to create new versions of iconic hip-hop songs. Nationally renowned artists Common, Q-Tip, and KRS-One are...

Eminems New Book To Be Released On Orion Books

With news and rumours circulating regarding the release of an autobiography from Eminem, it is difficult to know what to believe and if indeed a book is being written and if it will be published. A UK based outfit reported earlier on in the week that Eminem was preparing to publish an...

Cashis Defends Eminem By Threatening Royce Da 5 9

Cashis, recording artist with Shady Records, has leaked an interview video in which he clearly physically threatens Royca Da 5'9 for making derogatory comments towards Shady Records founder, Eminem. Cashis repeatedly threatens that he will "beat the sh-- out of him" when he meets him in...

Juveniles Daughter Killed And Details Emerge

Juvenile's daughter was recently killed and further details are beginning to surface concerning the murder. Anthony Tyrone Terrell Jr. has been charged with three counts of murder and three counts of aggravated assault. The alleged killings include his mother, Gwinnet County Sheriff's Deputy...

Ludacris Extends Contract With Island Def Jam

Ludacris has signed a contract extension to Island Def Jam Group under his own Disturbing Tha Peace label. Island Def Jam Chairman L.A. Reid declared the lengthened contract, re-assuring the DTP label that Def Jam are prepared to keep backing them, though some DTP members futures remain hazy,...

Elephant Man Lets Get Physical In Stores April 8th

Dancehall King, Elephant Man, will release his latest studio CD, "Let's Get Physical," on April 8, 2008. A long time in the making, the star-studded project is the first release from a new venture which joins Sean "Diddy" Combs' Bad Boy Records with the largest independent Jamaican music label,...

Universal Republic Group Signs A Big Problem

Forget Houston. Compton, we have a Problem, as in one of the most sought after lyricists and writers on the West Coast, Problem, announced his singles deal signing with Universal Republic today. Problem joins the label and home to five-time Grammy Award Winning singer, Amy Winehouse, The Shop...

Rick Ross Returns With Trilla On March 11th

Slip N' Slide/Def Jam recording artist Rick Ross, who rose from ruling the underground rap scene in Miami, to becoming 2006's buzz-worthiest hip-hop artist with his number 1 Pop / number 1 R&B/ number 1 Rap major label debut album Port Of Miami - returns with TRILLA, the long-awaited follow-up...

Ice Cube Back With Raw Footage And Live Stream

Ice cube, rap pioneer and legend, is back on the scene re-emerging with a new album entitled Raw Footage. The album has been tagged with a June 17th release date and is the follow up to Laugh Now, Cry Later, being the artist's ninth individual project. The LP will of course include the single...

Juelz Santana Court Date For Weed And Bullets Find

Juelz Santana is to appear in court on March 12th following his arrest last week when police uncovered hollow-point bullets and marijuana in his vehicle. New York's Daily News has reported that Santana was pulled over in his Bentley near the entrance to his home in Teaneck's. "This is...

The Game Confirms He Is Out Of Prison

After we recently reported that The Game had been released from prison, confusion began on whether or not he had in fact been released or if he had been transferred to a new prison. The Game has now come forward to clear up the confusion and confirm that he is in fact a free man. The Game was...

Snoop Dogg On Comedy Central For Animated Series

Following on from Snoops's successful reality TV show on E!, Snoop had decided to broaden his TV stonghold by starring in his very own animated comedy series, to be broadcast on Comedy Central. The show had began working on a pilot episode and initital plans indicate a late year, or early next...

Evidence Emerges Into The Death Of Tupac Shakur

Almost 15 years since Tupac Shakur suffered his first shooting, in what materialized as an attempted robbery inside a Recording Studio, new information and evidence has emerged which links Diddy to the gunmen. In what is to be broadcast as a presentation delivered over the Web, writer for the...

Webbie Concert Ends In Chaotic Scenes

Chaos began after a Spring Break rap concert in Texas resulting in twelve arrests. Numerous fights broke out and according to The Associated Press, Houston's Party 99.3 KPTY's "Spring Break Party Beach Bash," turned chaotic. Galveston police department attempted to restore peace following...

Busta Rhymes Verdict Reached By Judge

A judge has declared sentence on Busta Rhymes following his assault on a fan and his former driver back in 2006. Busta has been sentenced to three years probation, and also, according to Associated Press 10 days of community service, a $1250 fine, court costs and compulsory enrolment in a...

Ludacris Releases Wemix New Online Enterprise

Ludacris is attempting to uncover some hidden musical talent with the release of a new website, aimed exclusively at unsigned artists across a spectrum of genres. His Disturbing Tha Peace Entertainment label has united with MegaMobile TV, a renowned multimedia company to establish WeMix.com....

Fans File 15 Million Lawsuit Against Boo Yaa Tribe

Three fans have filed a $15 million lawsuit against Boo Yaa Tribe and rocker Kid Rock. The suit was filed in Los An