Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon has made a calling to all hip-hop fans to show their love for his genre of music by supporting DJ Kay Slay's new album, More Than Just A DJ.
Continue reading Raekwon Co-Signs DJ Kay Slay's New Album, "Support Real Hip Hop".
Jay-Z has been announced to headline the upcoming Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival this summer in Tennessee.
Continue reading Jay-Z Headlines Bonnaroo Music Festival, Joins Kid Cudi & Wale Line-Up.
Lil Wayne's sentencing, which was originally scheduled for today, has been delayed until March 2 due to an emergency dental surgery.
Continue reading Cracked Tooth Keeps Lil Wayne Out Of Jail, Sentencing Delayed For Dental Surgery.
Rapper Nelly has made headlines after reportedly being assaulted during a fist fight at a Super Bowl party.
Continue reading Nelly Tries To Stop Violence At Party, "He Got In The Middle & Got Punched By Mistake" .
Grand Hustle Records' B.o.B. has given an update on the well-being of T.I. since reportedly being placed in a halfway house last December.
Continue reading Grand Hustle's B.o.B. Says T.I. Is "Really Focused Now That He's Out".
Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West has announced plans to launch a new blog this week.
Continue reading Kanye West Readies New Blog Launch, "It Should Be Up This Week" .
As hip-hop enters a new era of business ventures, endorsement deals and growth within the music industry, SOHH reflects on the highs and lows of the rap empires who opened the today's black entrepreneurs.
Continue reading Special To SOHH: The Rise & Fall Of Death Row Records.
King Magazine covergirl Tahiry Jose wants to move past her ex-boyfriend/rapper Joe Budden by getting rid of a tattoo she still has of his name.
Continue reading Tahiry Wants To Dead Her Joe Budden Tattoo, "Get Set To Kill The Wife Beater!" [Video] .
DJ Kay Slay has opened up about his Straight Stuntin Magazine venture and explained why he refuses to jump from print to online formats.
Continue reading DJ Kay Slay On Online Magazines, "This Downloading Sh*t F*cked Up The Whole Industry" .
Game has opened up about his recent studio sessions with Dr. Dre and Ashanti saying he has placed the music over his past beef with Murder Inc.
Continue reading Game Talks Going 1-On-1 W/ Ashanti, "She Can Sing Like A Motherf*cker" .
Young Money's Nicki Minaj has spoken on Lil Wayne's one-year jail sentence and explained why the emcee is unstoppable.
Continue reading Nicki Minaj Calls Lil Wayne Unstoppable, "No Matter What You Throw At Him, You Can't Take Away His Confidence" .
G-Unit's Lloyd Banks has stepped forward to take the pressure off 50 Cent and Tony Yayo by offering to lead his crew to the next level.
Continue reading Lloyd Banks Prepared To Carry G-Unit, "Look Forward To Me, I'm The Future" .
Busta Rhymes has announced a release date for his upcoming Chemo album and said he plans to continue his venture into the movie industry.
Continue reading Busta Rhymes Schedules "Chemo" Check Out, "The New Album Is Coming" [Video] .
Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne bid a final farewell to his fans last night as he prepares to begin his one-year jail sentence today.
Continue reading Lil Wayne Bids Farewell To Fans, "I'm Out This B*tch" [Video].
West Coast rapper Game has made an attempt to clear his name from being the alleged father of Tila Tequila's forthcoming baby.
Continue reading Game Pours Out Tila Tequila's Lies, "You Knew Who Your Baby Daddy Was The Whole Time".
With Lil Wayne beginning his one-year jail sentence tomorrow on a gun possession conviction, retired police officials have weighed in on what the Young Money rapper's life will be like behind bars.
Continue reading Lil Wayne's Jail Sentence Analyzed, "They May Not Put Him W/ The General Population" .
Young Money's Nicki Minaj has offered fans $50,000 for the return of her pink stuffed animal, Oscar.
Continue reading Nicki Minaj Offers $50,000 Reward For Her Stuffed Animal's Safe Return.
R&B singer Faith Evans has announced plans to launch a new reality show called "It's All About Faith" showcasing her return to the music spotlight.
Continue reading Faith Evans Makes Big Move To Reality TV, "I Am Excited To Share This Incredible Experience".
CNN's N.O.R.E. has opened up about signing with Raekwon's Ice H20 imprint for the release of upcoming projects.
Continue reading N.O.R.E. On Joining Raekwon's Clan, "You Know What Rae Adds To The Whole Thing" .
Young Money's Drake is reportedly packing his bags and hitting the road this spring to embark on his own 25-city "Away From Home Tour."
Continue reading Drake Ready To Hit Every City In The US, "Away From Home Tour" Announced .
Though C-Murder is currently serving a life sentence the rapper's son still has faith that his father will return "home" by the end of this year.
Continue reading C-Murder's Son Speaks On Father's Appeal, "He Should Be Home By The End Of [This] Year" .
Former "For The Love Of Ray J" reality star Monica "Danger" Leon has reportedly been cleared in a recent arson investigation after it was reported she tried to burn her California apartment last week.
Continue reading UPDATE: Danger Reportedly Cleared In Arson Investigation .
Terror Squad leader Fat Joe has promised to make a big announcement within the next few weeks about his upcoming album, Dark Side.
Continue reading Fat Joe Promises Huge Surprise, "We're Making Probably The Biggest Move You Can Make In Hip-Hop" [Audio] .
Grammy-winning rapper Ludacris announced plans to release a new mixtape called Conjure: A Hustler's Spirit.
Continue reading Ludacris Releases Spirited Mixtape, "I'm Just In A Space Where I'm Inspired" .
Diddy has added a female twist to his Ciroc Vodka line by forming a partnership with Miami rapper Trina.
Continue reading Diddy Recruits Trina's Assets For Ciroc, "Things Are Gonna Be Real Big" [Video] .
Byrd Gang's leader Jim Jones has recently suggested that a Dipset reunion may be in store for 2010.
Continue reading Jim Jones Still Hopes For Dipset Reunion, "We Might Knock The Socks Off The Industry" [Audio] .
Incarcerated rapper Gucci Mane recently debunked claims that he violated his probation by using cocaine.
Continue reading Gucci Mane Denies Claims Of Drug Use From Behind Bars, "I Have Never Used Cocaine" .
Grammy-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco recently discussed how his label, Atlantic Records, ultimately decides when his long-awaited Lasers album will hit retail stores.
Continue reading Lupe Fiasco Exposes Music Industry's Faults, "At A Certain Point, [Your Music] Is Out Of Your Hands" .
The New Orleans Saints have won Super Bowl XLIV after defeating the Indianapolis Colts and sparked a group of Twitter reactions from Fabolous, Diddy, Raekwon and more.
Continue reading New Orleans Saints Win Super Bowl, Fabolous, Diddy, Raekwon & More React .
Talib Kweli, Busta Rhymes, Questlove and more have shared their reflections on late producer J. Dilla's legacy on what would have been his 36th birthday.
Continue reading Talib Kweli, Busta Rhymes, Questlove & More Reflect On J. Dilla's Legacy, "There Was & Still Is No Producer Better" .
Former Aftermath Records artist Game has shown signs of returning to Dr. Dre's renowned label after posting a photo wearing the company's logos this weekend.
Continue reading Game Hints At Return To Aftermath Records, "It's Funny How Things Come Full Circle" .
Rap mogul Jay-Z has reportedly given his official co-sign on music newcomer Susan Boyle and suggested the former reality television star make a run in the clothing business.
Continue reading Jay-Z Co-Signs Susan Boyle's Talent, "The Market For Her Is Huge" .
Q-Tip, DJ Green Lantern, Adrienne Bailon and more have paid homage to the late rapper Christopher "Big Pun" Rios on the 10th anniversary of his death.
Continue reading Q-Tip, DJ Green Lantern, Adrienne Bailon & More Remember Big Pun .
New York rap veteran Busta Rhymes has expressed his overall reaction to being a part of bringing awareness to the current Haiti post-earthquake relief efforts by performing at last night's SOS (Saving Ourselves) - Help for Haiti concert.
Continue reading Busta Rhymes On SOS Haiti Telethon Set, "There Are No Amount Of Words That Describe How Humbled I Am" [Video] .
Producer Wayne Wilkins recently hit up SOHH to discuss his Haiti tribute track "Hold On" he recorded with Wyclef Jean.
Continue reading Wyclef Jean Producer Grabs "Hold" Of Haiti Tribute, "I Knew It Was Brilliant" [Video] .
Terror Squad leader Fat Joe has hinted at R&B singer Trey Songz being linked to his forthcoming Darkside album and promised to make "magic" with the performer.
Continue reading Fat Joe Links W/ Trey Songz, "We About To Make Some Magic" .
Grammy-winning rapper Eminem has reportedly upped the ante with his forthcoming Relapse 2 album by adding production from hit producer DJ Khalil.
Continue reading Eminem Adds DJ Khalil's Beats To "Relapse 2" Album, "[The Songs] Are F*ckin' Stupid" .
Former Bad Boy artist Shyne was reportedly denied entrance into the United Kingdom last week due to complications in his travel documents.
Continue reading Shyne Denied Entrance Into United Kingdom To Record New Album .
Southern producer Lil Jon has promised his upcoming Crunk Rock album is nearly ready to hit retail stores.
Continue reading Lil Jon Places Finishing Touches On "Crunk Rock" LP, "We're Officially Ready" [Video].
New York rapper Foxy Brown has addressed the recently released "Let Em Know" track where she name drops Jay-Z and takes a jab at past rap nemesis Lil Kim.
Continue reading UPDATE: Foxy Brown Addresses Jay-Z/Lil Kim Diss, "The Track Should've Never Been Released".
Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon recently spoke on the late rapper Big Pun's legacy and how the rap game became more lyrical when the Spanish emcee made his mark in 1998.
Continue reading Raekwon Says Big Pun Inspired Lyricism, "N*ggas Was Gonna Have To Know How To Say What He Said" [Video] .
Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West has shot down recent reports that he threw a minor tantrum aboard an airplane flight earlier this week.
Continue reading Kanye West Denies Airport Rant Rumors, "I Feel Bad People Believe This Kind Of Stuff".
Young Money's Drake recently talked about Lil Wayne preparing for his one-year jail sentence for felony gun possession and said his mentor will forever go unmatched within hip-hop.
Continue reading Drake Argues Lil Wayne's Legacy Is Already Cemented, "I Don't Think There Will Be Anybody Like Him Ever Again" .
Konvict Muzik labelhead Akon has announced plans to return to retail stores this spring with a new album called Stadium.
Continue reading Akon Wants To Reach "Stadium" Status W/ New LP, "It's Going To Be Big" .
Southern rapper Soulja Boy Tell Em has reportedly been sentenced to a year of probation for evading arrest last fall.
Continue reading Soulja Boy Tell Em Punished For Running From Cops.
Grammy-nominated rapper Nas recently spoke on his role in hip-hop and how he continues to be leading voice in the rap game.
Continue reading Nas Talks Longevity In Rap, "All My Peers Are Dead, Fugitives Or Locked Up" .
Rap mogul Jay-Z has reportedly given Young Money's Nicki Minaj his official co-sign and the motivation to take her emcee skills to the next level.
Continue reading Jay-Z Co-Signs Nicki Minaj's Barbie Movement, "It Was Like Getting That Stamp Of Approval" .
R&B singer Ciara has denied claims of reuniting with her one-time ex-boyfriend/rapper Bow Wow and said false remarks were made about the couple from her own Twitter page.
Continue reading Ciara Denies Re-Sparking Romance W/ Bow Wow, "I Am Sooo Sorry For The Confusion" .
New York rap veteran Fat Joe has announced the release of his Darkside album's first single, "Slow Down (HaHa)," featuring Young Jeezy.
Continue reading Fat Joe Unleashes "Darkside" Debut Single W/ Young Jeezy, "It Took A. Keys & Jay-Z To Get The City Rockin' Now" [Audio] .
Former G-Unit singer Olivia has opened up about her tug-of-war with DJ Whoo Kid and explained how his jokes have often caused controversy in their circle.
Continue reading Olivia On DJ Whoo Kid's Gossip Going Too Far, "You Apologize To Me Every Time You Little F*ggot" [Video] .
Former "For The Love Of Ray J" reality star Monica "Danger" Leon is reportedly being detained by police and investigated for arson after her California apartment was set ablaze.
Continue reading "Love Of Ray J" Star Detained By Police After Complex Catches Fire .
DJ Green Lantern has discussed the use of pre-written freestyles by artists like Drake and Nicki Minaj.
Continue reading DJ Green Lantern Approves Pre-Written Freestyles "As Long As What You're Saying Is Hot".
Rap mogul Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter has reportedly filed a $3.7 million lawsuit against an investment firm regarding a 2007 loan for a New York City hotel.
Continue reading Jay-Z Files $3.7 Million Lawsuit Over His "Empire State" Hotel Deal.
Ruff Ryders producer Swizz Beatz has decided to make 2010 the year that he is recognized for the contributions he has made to hip-hop.
Continue reading Swizz Beatz Demands Respect, "Some People Don't Know 70 Percent Of The Work I've Done".
Ruff Ryders' Eve has responded to reports today naming her as one possible suspect in a foreign money scandal involving her alleged boyfriend.
Continue reading UPDATE: Eve Denies Money Scandal Reports, "None Of That Is True".
Southern rapper Chamillionaire has opened up about his forthcoming nationwide tour with Paul Wall.
Continue reading Chamillionaire Talks Road Trip W/ Paul Wall, "A Weak Economy Isn't Gonna Keep Me From Touring" .
West Coast rapper Game took to his Twitter page last night to suggest celebrity look-a-likes for Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, G-Unit and more.
Continue reading Game Clowns Lil Wayne, 50 Cent, Young Jeezy & More, "Suge Knight Is Uncle Phil from 'Fresh Prince'" .
Former G-Unit singer Olivia has fired back at 50 Cent after the rapper claimed that her excessive $2 million spending was to cause for her failure on G-Unit.
Continue reading Olivia Responds To 50 Cent's "2 Million" Spending Claims, "You Should Have Spent $4 Million" [Video] .
Ruff Ryders' Eve has reportedly been named in an on-going investigation involving foreign corruption with millions of dollars being illegally transferred into her alleged boyfriend's American banking account.
Continue reading Eve Named In Multi-Million Dollar Foreign Corruption Scandal .
Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon has displayed his admiration for renowned singer Sade by dedicating his rendition of Stevie Wonder's "Overjoyed" to her.
Continue reading Raekwon "Overjoyed" By Sade's "Only Built For Cuban Linx Pt II" Co-Sign, "I Love You Baby" [Video] .
New York rapper Foxy Brown has released a new track called "Let Em Know" where she hints at a past romantic relationship with Jay-Z and her expresses her displeasure with Lil Kim.
Continue reading Foxy Brown Calls Out Jay-Z & Lil Kim W/ New Record, "Slam A B*tch On Her Back Like I'm John Cena" [Audio] .
Young Money's songbird Shanell aka SNL recently opened up about working with Lil Wayne for his new Rebirth album.
Continue reading Young Money's Shanell Talks Working On "Rebirth" Album .
Producer Salaam Remi has revealed that Nas and renowned singer Sade worked together nearly a decade ago on a collaboration track for her Lovers Rock album.
Continue reading Unreleased Nas & Sade "Lovers Rock" Collaboration Exists, "That Was Going To Be A Single" [Video] .
Grammy-winning rapper Eminem has denied reports that claim he has reunited with his daughter's mother, Kim Mathers.
Continue reading Eminem Says Reunion W/ Ex Girlfriend Reports Are Dead Wrong .
Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon has revealed the name of his upcoming joint Method Man and Ghostface Killah album and said the project would drop on the 13th anniversary of The Notorious B.I.G.'s death.
Continue reading Method Man, Ghostface Killah & Raekwon To Drop Joint Album On B.I.G.'s Anniversary [Video].
Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne's Rebirth will reportedly chart next week with one-day estimates showing the rapper's experimental rock album selling up to 150,000 copies.
Continue reading Lil Wayne's "Rebirth" Projected To Sell 150K In First-Week .
Rapper Juaquin "Waka Flocka Flame" Malphurs has detailed his near-death shooting from last month and revealed what choices he had when confronted by the gunman.
Continue reading Waka Flocka Flame Details Near-Fatal Shooting, "I Wanted To Chase [The Gunman] So Bad".
Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West has reportedly made headlines once again after allegedly having a minor tantrum aboard a flight earlier this week.
Continue reading Kanye West Reportedly Flies Into Trouble, Throws Tantrum Aboard Flight.
Producer Just Blaze has fired back at accusations made by Saigon regarding their status on Atlantic Records and said he never "faked" being off of the company for publicity purposes.
Continue reading UPDATE: Just Blaze Responds To Saigon's Atlantic Claims, "Be Careful When Talking To The Folks W/ Cameras".
A New York City nightclub employee has pleaded guilty to murdering a woman on the rooftop of the club during Lil Kim's 2008 birthday celebration.
Continue reading Man Pleads Guilty To Lil Kim Birthday Bash Murder .
Former hip-hop couple Jermaine "JD" Dupri and Janet Jackson have reportedly gotten back together to put in studio time for the singer's forthcoming album.
Continue reading Jermaine Dupri & Janet Jackson Cross Paths, Reunite In The Studio.
Juelz Santana recently opened up about talks of Dipset getting back together and said he has not yet had an opportunity to speak with Cam'ron.
Continue reading Juelz Santana Puts Dipset Reunion Talk On Hold, "I Haven't Spoke To Cam'ron" [Video] .
New York rapper Busta Rhymes has confirmed his participation on the new "We Are the World" 2010 remake and called the experience a "blessing."
Continue reading Busta Rhymes Talks "We Are The World" Contribution, "I've Been Surrounded By So Much Greatness".
New York rapper Saigon recently said that despite past speculation, he is still signed to Atlantic Records.
Continue reading Saigon & Just Blaze Still Stuck On Atlantic Records, "We Didn't Get Off, We Just Tried To Fake It" [Video] .
West Coast rap veteran Ras Kass recently spoke on the amount of hope emcees put into Dr. Dre helping their careers.
Continue reading Ras Kass Says Rappers Should Kill Dr. Dre Dreams, "Why Would You Put Your Destiny In Another Man's Hands?" [Video] .
Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne has addressed his upcoming jail sentence and why despite the publicity surrounding his legal woes, he welcomes the situation.
Continue reading Lil Wayne On Reporting To Jail, "I Just Say I'm Looking Forward To It" .
Producer Scott Storch has announced his involvement with Dr. Dre's long-awaited Detox album and said now that he is on the project fans will see it in stores.
Continue reading Scott Storch To Save "Detox" Album, "I'm Here Now, We're Gonna See It" .
Producer Swizz Beatz has announced that he will make his foray into the movie industry by handling the sound for a forthcoming film.
Continue reading Swizz Beatz Has High Hopes For New Film, "I'm Working On Scoring A Movie Bigger Than 'Avatar' ".
Former rap rivals Paul Wall and Chamillionaire have placed their past beef to the side and decided to reunite for an upcoming tour beginning next month.
Continue reading Paul Wall & Chamillionaire Terminate Past Beef, Announce Joint Tour .
Eve has disputed past reports that her Ruff Ryders crew has grown apart and said the movement still carries on.
Continue reading Eve Kisses Ruff Ryder Break-Up Rumors Good-Bye, "People Have Changed But The Love Never Changes" .
Memphis Bleek recently spoke on his decision to go for self without Def Jam lurking over him and why his upcoming The Process album has suffered a few setbacks.
Continue reading Memphis Bleek Explains Breaking Away From Def Jam, "I'd Rather Lose On My Own Label".
Grammy-winning singer Alicia Keys has been announced as one of many singers selected to perform at this month's NBA (National Basketball Association) All-Star Game in Texas.
Continue reading Alicia Keys To Bring Her "Empire State" To Texas, NBA All-Star Game.
Raekwon, Jay Electronica, Ice Cube, Freeway and more have been chosen to perform at the upcoming Paid Dues this spring.
Continue reading Raekwon, Jay Electronica, Ice Cube & More To Take Over Paid Dues Festival.
Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Drake and more have been added to the "We Are the World" 2010 remake which will benefit the victims of last month's earthquake in Haiti.
Continue reading Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Drake & More Added To "We Are The World" Remake .
Rap newcomer J. Cole has opened up about the challenges he has encountered when picking beats for his Roc Nation debut album.
Continue reading J. Cole Discusses Roc Nation Debut Album Challenges, "I Got Real Picky W/ Beats" .
R&B singer Solange Knowles has questioned why her sister, Beyonce, did not receive as much attention as she expected after cleaning up at the Grammys.
Continue reading Solange Knowles On The Lack Of Respect Beyonce Got After Grammys, "I'm Having Another Kanye Rant Moment" .
Young Money's Nicki Minaj has denied taking part in Game and Ray J's latest collaboration track, "P*ssy Fight," after its online release yesterday.
Continue reading Nicki Minaj Denies Giving "P*ssy Fight" Verse To Game & Ray J [Audio].
Rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was one of five black entertainers recognized for his accomplishments in urban culture at last night's BET Honors ceremony.
Continue reading Diddy Earns Spotlight At BET Honors Ceremony, "I've Won A Lot Of Awards Before, But I've Never Been Honored" [Video] .
Ludacris has decided to deliver his forthcoming Battle of the Sexes album before its scheduled release date this spring.
Continue reading Ludacris Pushes "Battle Of The Sexes" Release Date Up, Album Cover Revealed [Video] .
Rihanna recently shared her thoughts on long-time collaborators Kanye West and Jay-Z and said the Roc Nation leader is rap's top emcee in the game.
Continue reading Rihanna Says Jay-Z Can Out Rap Kanye West, "He's The King, It Doesn't Get Better Than That" [Video] .
Shyne's first post-prison rhymes have turned up on the leak of DJ Khaled's "All My Life" which also features Akon and Mavado.
Continue reading Shyne's First Post-Prison Song Breaks Free Online [Audio].
CBS has answered the criticism of Eminem, Lil Wayne and Drake's Grammy performance after their songs were heavily censored.
Continue reading CBS Justifies Censoring Drake, Eminem & Lil Wayne's Grammy Performances [Video] .
Producers Cool & Dre have shared their overall impression toward Lil Wayne's Rebirth album, which goes on sale tomorrow, and said the rock project would take hip-hop to a new level.
Continue reading Cool & Dre Look Beyond Lil Wayne's "Rebirth" Sales, "[It'll] Open Avenues & Create A Lane".
Grammy-winning artists Eminem, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake and more have been chosen to help put together a 2010 version of "We Are the World" in light of last month's massive earthquake in Haiti.
Continue reading Eminem, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake & More To Remake "We Are The World".
With his new album, Stimulus Package, Freeway is out to prove that he can succeed without help from Jay-Z and Beanie Sigel.
Continue reading Freeway To Step Out Of Jay-Z's Shadow W/ "Stimulus Package", "I Gotta Stand On My Own Two" [Video].
Grammy-nominated rapper Drake has hinted at a possible collaboration track with Eminem being in the works.
Continue reading Drake Hints At "Forever" Follow-Up W/ Eminem, "Me & Em Talked About Something" .
Kanye West associate/rapper Common has updated fans on the emcee's well-being in light of his recent retreat from the limelight.
Continue reading Common Gives A Kanye West Update, "He's Doing Really Good" .
Incarcerated rapper Corey "C-Murder" Miller has spoken on spending his time behind bars after being sentenced to life in prison last summer.
Continue reading C-Murder Breaks Silence On Serving Life In Prison, "I Hate It" .
Lil Wayne and Diddy have reportedly been added to this week's SOS (Saving Ourselves) - Help for Haiti benefit concert.
Continue reading Lil Wayne & Diddy To Unite For Haiti Benefit Concert .
R&B hitmaker T-Pain has decided to place all music collaborations on hold until he gets a duet with country singer Carrie Underwood.
Continue reading T-Pain Puts Collabos On Hold For Famous Country Singer, "Everyone Else Can Suck It" .
