Exclusive

Master P On Shyne's Rap Game Return, "Hip-Hop Is At An All-Time Low Right Now" [Audio]

November 4, 2009 1:30 PM

No Limit Records Founder Master P recently spoke with SOHH about his thoughts on Shyne returning home after nearly nine years behind bars and why hip-hop may not be the best outlet for him to venture back in to.

Continue reading Master P On Shyne's Rap Game Return, "Hip-Hop Is At An All-Time Low Right Now" [Audio].

Juelz Santana Says Shyne Has To Get "Right" W/ Freekey Zeeky [Audio]

November 3, 2009 12:00 PM

With Shyne finally being released from prison and deported to Belize last month, SOHH spoke with Dipset's Juelz Santana to get his reaction to the emcee's rap game return.

Continue reading Juelz Santana Says Shyne Has To Get "Right" W/ Freekey Zeeky [Audio].

Rick Ross & Triple C's On Shyne Coming Home, "He Has The Streets Waiting" [Video]

November 2, 2009 7:28 AM

In light of rapper Jamal "Shyne" Barrow being released from prison last month, SOHH spoke with Rick Ross and Triple C's to get their reaction to a fellow emcee re-entering the rap game.

Continue reading Rick Ross & Triple C's On Shyne Coming Home, "He Has The Streets Waiting" [Video].

Rakim Reacts To Shyne's Release, "The World Wanna Hear What He's Got To Say" [Video]

October 30, 2009 10:25 AM

With Shyne finally being released from prison and deported to Belize this week, SOHH sat down with rap pioneer Rakim to find out what tips he could offer the rapper.

Continue reading Rakim Reacts To Shyne's Release, "The World Wanna Hear What He's Got To Say" [Video].

Warren G Talks Tour W/ Travis Barker & Raekwon, "That's Gonna Be Fun" [Video]

October 29, 2009 6:15 PM

As Warren G hit the road for his nationwide promotional tour in support of The G-Files, SOHH hit up the rap veteran to see why rocker Travis Barker and Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon are also billed for select dates.

Continue reading Warren G Talks Tour W/ Travis Barker & Raekwon, "That's Gonna Be Fun" [Video].

Triple C's On Working W/ The Game & Mack 10, "These Are Moves A Boss Is Supposed To Make" [Video]

October 28, 2009 4:30 PM

With this week's release of Rick Ross and Triple C's new album, Custom Cars & Cycles, SOHH sat down with the four-member team to discuss why they decided to shine light on the West Coast with features by The Game, Mack 10 and Warren G.

Continue reading Triple C's On Working W/ The Game & Mack 10, "These Are Moves A Boss Is Supposed To Make" [Video].

Mike Epps Recruits Snoop Dogg & Flo Rida For "Funny" Album, "If Those Guys Are On A Song, It Gotta Be Good" [Video]

October 28, 2009 11:25 AM

Making a move from the stage to the studio, comedian Mike Epps sat down with SOHH to discuss how he was able to snag artists like Snoop Dogg and Flo Rida for his new album, Funny Bidness.

Continue reading Mike Epps Recruits Snoop Dogg & Flo Rida For "Funny" Album, "If Those Guys Are On A Song, It Gotta Be Good" [Video].

Rick Ross Says Rihanna Will Out-Sell 50 Cent, "You Can't Even Say Her Name Next To Woodface" [Video]

October 26, 2009 10:35 AM

With Timbaland, Lady Gaga, Birdman and more releasing albums on the same day, SOHH asked Rick Ross how he felt about his Def Jam labelmate Rihanna going head-to-head against 50 Cent.

Continue reading Rick Ross Says Rihanna Will Out-Sell 50 Cent, "You Can't Even Say Her Name Next To Woodface" [Video].

Master P Discusses "No Excuses" Special Premiere, "This Is Gonna Be Life-Changing" [Audio]

October 26, 2009 3:20 AM

In light of tonight's premiere of  Master P's "No Excuses", SOHH hit up the No Limit soldier to get the inside scoop on the television special in which he convinces an ex-gang member to change his lifestyle.

Continue reading Master P Discusses "No Excuses" Special Premiere, "This Is Gonna Be Life-Changing" [Audio].

Keith Murray Vouches For Erick Sermon's "VH1 Hip Hop Honors" Rant, "Somebody F*cked Up Bad"

October 25, 2009 8:00 AM

After Erick Sermon's VH1 Hip-Hop Honors rant earlier this month about not being recognized by the network, SOHH reached out to Keith Murray about his reaction to his Def Squad associate's choice words toward the network.

Continue reading Keith Murray Vouches For Erick Sermon's "VH1 Hip Hop Honors" Rant, "Somebody F*cked Up Bad".

"Black Dynamite" Explodes At NYC Premiere, "No One Has Done A Film On Blaxploitation"

October 23, 2009 5:50 PM

During the New York City premiere of the comedy Black Dynamite, which stars Michael Jai White and Tommy Davidson the film's director spoke on the motivation behind the film.

Continue reading "Black Dynamite" Explodes At NYC Premiere, "No One Has Done A Film On Blaxploitation".

Juvenile On Cash Money New Comers, "Bow Wow Was Always A Favorite Of Baby's" [Video]

October 23, 2009 11:10 AM

With Cash Money Records' recent signing of Bow Wow and popularity of the company's UK artist Jay Sean, SOHH spoke with Juvenile to see if he felt the newcomers could carry on the legacy he helped build.

Continue reading Juvenile On Cash Money New Comers, "Bow Wow Was Always A Favorite Of Baby's" [Video].

Master P On Going To VH1 W/ New Show, "I Will Change The Game"

October 22, 2009 3:45 PM

Master P recently kicked back with SOHH to discuss his upcoming "No Excuses" television special and explain why he thinks the program will change VH1's traditional image.

Continue reading Master P On Going To VH1 W/ New Show, "I Will Change The Game".

Warren G Says 213 Reunion Rests In Snoop Dogg's Hands, "It's Up To Him" [Video]

October 20, 2009 3:20 PM

With the West Coast making a re-emergence as of late with Dr. Dre and The Game working together, SOHH spoke with Warren G to find out if fans could expect a 213 reunion with Nate Dogg and Snoop Dogg any time soon.

Continue reading Warren G Says 213 Reunion Rests In Snoop Dogg's Hands, "It's Up To Him" [Video].

Rakim Discusses Rappers Retiring, "I Think We Should Stretch Our Age Limit" [Video]

October 19, 2009 12:40 PM

With the recent announcement of Lil Wayne planning to retire by age 35, rap pioneer Rakim spoke with SOHH about his views on hanging up the microphone for good.

Continue reading Rakim Discusses Rappers Retiring, "I Think We Should Stretch Our Age Limit" [Video].

Master P On President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize, "I Can Conquer Corporate America Now" [Audio]

October 15, 2009 10:05 AM

After last week's announcement of President Barack Obama winning the Nobel Peace Prize, SOHH spoke with rap mogul Master P to find out his reaction.

Continue reading Master P On President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize, "I Can Conquer Corporate America Now" [Audio].

50 Cent's Broken Promise Revisited On VH1, "I Won't Put Out Any More Solo Albums" [Video]

October 13, 2009 11:30 AM

Tonight's premiere of VH1's Behind The Music: 50 Cent will feature SOHH's exclusive, never-before-seen footage of the G-Unit leader promising to retire if Kanye West out-sold him in a SoundScan challenge.

Continue reading 50 Cent's Broken Promise Revisited On VH1, "I Won't Put Out Any More Solo Albums" [Video].

DJ Webstar Talks Shyne Post-Prison, "I Would Love To Work With Him" [Video]

October 12, 2009 5:45 PM

With the outpouring of support for Shyne since his release from jail last week, SOHH decided to hit up DJ Webstar to find out if the producer/rapper planned on getting in line for a collaboration with the former Bad Boy protege.

Continue reading DJ Webstar Talks Shyne Post-Prison, "I Would Love To Work With Him" [Video].

Juvenile Explains Hot Boys Reunion Hold Up, "I Really Had To Talk To Baby" [Video]

October 9, 2009 10:45 AM

While speculation about a Hot Boys reunion continues rise, Juvenile spoke with SOHH to confirm the group getting back together, explain how he and Baby were holding up progress and stress the importance of Mannie Fresh being on the album.

Continue reading Juvenile Explains Hot Boys Reunion Hold Up, "I Really Had To Talk To Baby" [Video].

The Clipse's Pusha T On Shyne, "We Reached Out To Him For 'Hell Hath No Fury'" [Audio]

October 8, 2009 1:30 PM

As the rap community continues to anticipate the return of Shyne, The Clipse's Pusha T spoke with SOHH about how the former  Bad Boy protege was initially slated to appear on their sophomore album Hell Hath No Fury.

Continue reading The Clipse's Pusha T On Shyne, "We Reached Out To Him For 'Hell Hath No Fury'" [Audio].

Buckshot's Open Message To Shyne, "Come Out & Stay Independent" [Audio]

October 7, 2009 4:55 PM

With this week's delayed release of former Bad Boy protege Jamal "Shyne" Barrow, Boot Camp Clik's Buckshot recently hit up SOHH to discuss what rap plans his fellow New York-bred emcee should embark upon after serving eight years behind bars.

Continue reading Buckshot's Open Message To Shyne, "Come Out & Stay Independent" [Audio].

Fat Joe Executive Producer Rico Love Talks "J.O.S.E. II," "Joe Is Hip-Hop Royalty"

October 6, 2009 3:15 PM

Fat Joe collaborator Rico Love recently hit up SOHH to discuss co-executive producing the Terror Squad leader's new album J.O.S.E. Part II and why the rapper should be respected as "hip-hop royalty."

Continue reading Fat Joe Executive Producer Rico Love Talks "J.O.S.E. II," "Joe Is Hip-Hop Royalty".

DJ Webstar & Jim Jones' "Rooftop" Drops, "This Whole Album Is Geared Toward Girls" [Video]

October 6, 2009 12:05 PM

With today's release of DJ Webstar and Jim Jones' duet album, The Rooftop, SOHH hit up one half of the Harlem duo to learn more about the project's motivation and find out who will be featured on the project.

Continue reading DJ Webstar & Jim Jones' "Rooftop" Drops, "This Whole Album Is Geared Toward Girls" [Video].

Ludacris Paper Stacks W/ T.I., "[We] Just Raised Over $100K For Flood Victims In ATL"

October 2, 2009 5:40 PM

With the recent reports of Ludacris and T.I. linking up for a charity to help Georgia flood victims, SOHH hit up the head honcho of Disturbing Tha Peace to find out how he got together with the incarcerated rapper.

Continue reading Ludacris Paper Stacks W/ T.I., "[We] Just Raised Over $100K For Flood Victims In ATL".

DJ Webstar Announces ThisIs50 Fest Billing, "[50 Cent] Reached Out To Me" [Video]

September 30, 2009 10:15 AM

With 50 Cent's upcoming ThisIs50 Festival taking place this weekend, DJ Webstar spoke with SOHH about how the G-Unit leader personally requested for him to attend and perform at the event.

Continue reading DJ Webstar Announces ThisIs50 Fest Billing, "[50 Cent] Reached Out To Me" [Video].

Lil Boosie Refutes Police Bribery Accusations, "I Always Have A Big Wad Of Cash"

August 26, 2009 11:20 AM

After a Louisiana police officer accused Lil Boosie of attempted bribery in a recent pre-trial hearing related to an arrest last year, SOHH spoke with the rapper to get his side of the story.

Continue reading Lil Boosie Refutes Police Bribery Accusations, "I Always Have A Big Wad Of Cash".

Fabolous Kicks Off Reebok Concert Series W/ NYC Show [Video]

August 24, 2009 11:45 PM

Fabolous kicked-off his five-city Classic Remix Concert Series tonight (August 24) with an action packed New York City show filled with throwback and new song performances.

Continue reading Fabolous Kicks Off Reebok Concert Series W/ NYC Show [Video].

Young Money's Shanell On Omarion's Departure, "I Hope The Best For His Career" [Audio]

August 21, 2009 5:00 PM

With the sudden departure of Omarion from Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment, SOHH spoke with the label's songbird Shanell aka SNL who shared her reaction to the unexpected move.

Continue reading Young Money's Shanell On Omarion's Departure, "I Hope The Best For His Career" [Audio].

Mack Maine Confirms Omarion's Departure From Young Money

August 19, 2009 11:30 PM

After rumors of R&B singer Omarion being dropped from Lil Wayne's stacked Young Money roster, which includes Drake and Bow Wow, SOHH reached out to the company's president, Mack Maine, to see if the gossip was true.

Continue reading Mack Maine Confirms Omarion's Departure From Young Money.

Maino Takes A Trip Back To School, "I Wasn't Thinking About Class"

August 19, 2009 3:45 PM

As students prepare to hit campus, Maino explains the feeling of going back school as a Brooklyn youngster and how fashion ruled the day.

Continue reading Maino Takes A Trip Back To School, "I Wasn't Thinking About Class".

Ja Rule Readies His Kids For School, "I Try To Keep Them Focused"

August 18, 2009 8:00 PM

Grammy-nominated rapper Ja Rule recently sat down with SOHH to discuss how he gets his kids ready to go back to school during a time when iPods tend to outweigh studies.

Continue reading Ja Rule Readies His Kids For School, "I Try To Keep Them Focused".

R. Kelly Responds To Trey Songz Taunts, "Those Guys Got Some Growing Up To Do"

August 18, 2009 10:45 AM

R. Kelly held a listening session yesterday (August 17) allowing SOHH and other journalists to review his upcoming Untitled album and, in the process, he offered his response to Trey Songz's recent auto-tune taunts.

Continue reading R. Kelly Responds To Trey Songz Taunts, "Those Guys Got Some Growing Up To Do".

Pusha T Reacts To C-Murder Life Sentence,"I'm So Sorry, That's Terrible" [Audio]

August 15, 2009 10:00 AM

After the news about rapper Corey "C-Murder" Miller being given a life sentence yesterday (August 14) afternoon, SOHH spoke with The Clipse's Pusha T who shared his reaction and reflection on No Limit Records.

Continue reading Pusha T Reacts To C-Murder Life Sentence,"I'm So Sorry, That's Terrible" [Audio].

Rick Ross Crowns Rakim "The Boss" At NYC Show, "I Gotta Pay Homage" [Video]

August 14, 2009 3:10 AM

Hip-Hop pioneer Rakim's return to the rap spotlight was highlighted during his New York City concert last night (August 13) with a surprise appearance by Rick Ross and Triple C's.


Continue reading Rick Ross Crowns Rakim "The Boss" At NYC Show, "I Gotta Pay Homage" [Video].

Buckshot Clarifies Beef Statement, "I Was Not Implying Raekwon Doesn't Sell Records"

August 12, 2009 5:52 PM

Boot Camp Clik's Buckshot has clarified statements he recently made about Joe Budden and Raekwon's current dispute and said he never intended to say either rapper was incapable of selling albums.

Continue reading Buckshot Clarifies Beef Statement, "I Was Not Implying Raekwon Doesn't Sell Records" .

Buckshot On Joe Budden-Raekwon Dispute, "Motherf*ckers Is Beefing And Ain't Selling Records" [Audio]

August 12, 2009 8:58 AM

Boot Camp Clik's Buckshot recently spoke with SOHH about the ongoing feud between his Rock the Bells tour mates Joe Budden and Raekwon and why, he believes, their dispute is being sold as a publicity stunt.

Continue reading Buckshot On Joe Budden-Raekwon Dispute, "Motherf*ckers Is Beefing And Ain't Selling Records" [Audio].

Ja Rule Caught Between Ashanti & Irv Gotti Feud, "It's Like My Brother & Sister Are Fighting" [Audio]

August 6, 2009 5:30 PM

With Murder Inc. CEO Irv Gotti announcing plans to drop Ashanti from the label, SOHH spoke with Ja Rule to find out what he thinks about the Ashanti-Irv saga.

Continue reading Ja Rule Caught Between Ashanti & Irv Gotti Feud, "It's Like My Brother & Sister Are Fighting" [Audio].

Ja Rule Reacts To Eminem's Mariah Carey Diss, "You Kissing & Telling Now?" [Audio]

August 2, 2009 8:00 AM

With the unexpected release of Eminem's "Warning" diss record towards Mariah Carey, SOHH reached out to Ja Rule for his reaction to the rapper's hard-hitting track.

Continue reading Ja Rule Reacts To Eminem's Mariah Carey Diss, "You Kissing & Telling Now?" [Audio].

E-40 Co-Signs MTV Jams' "Bay Day" Celebration, "We Deserve To Be Recognized"

August 2, 2009 7:30 AM


After highlighting LA, ATL and MIA hip-hop, MTV Jams will be celebrating Bay area rap, with a full day of videos and interviews by artists from the Bay today (Sunday).

Continue reading E-40 Co-Signs MTV Jams' "Bay Day" Celebration, "We Deserve To Be Recognized".

Ja Rule Analyzes Alfamega's DEA Claims, "I Don't Condone Any Form Of Telling"

July 31, 2009 9:00 PM

Considering Ja Rule's previous claims that 50 Cent acted as a snitch in the past, he offered SOHH his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Alfamega's alleged cooperation in return for a lighter jail sentence.

Continue reading Ja Rule Analyzes Alfamega's DEA Claims, "I Don't Condone Any Form Of Telling" .

Ja Rule Drops "The Mirror" Album, "There's A Couple Of Jabs On There" [Audio]

July 31, 2009 6:00 AM

With the new release of Ja Rule's The Mirror landing online today (Juy 31) after a strong week of promotion, SOHH spoke with the Grammy-nominated rapper on what fans could expect to hear from the project.

Continue reading Ja Rule Drops "The Mirror" Album, "There's A Couple Of Jabs On There" [Audio].

Ghostface Reveals Comic Confusion, "I Ain't Never Do That" [Video]

July 29, 2009 2:05 PM

With the recent promotion of graphic novel Cell Block Z, which reportedly features Ghostface Killah, SOHH reached out to the rapper who said he was unaware of the project's existence.

Continue reading Ghostface Reveals Comic Confusion, "I Ain't Never Do That" [Video].

Ludacris On Amber Rose, "I Think She's Extremely Innovative"

July 25, 2009 10:00 AM

She was unknown when she appeared in a Ludacris video, "Them Girls Like" last year but now Amber Rose has landed a deal with Ford Models. Luda tells SOHH what he  thinks about his video girl discovery.

Continue reading Ludacris On Amber Rose, "I Think She's Extremely Innovative".

Ghostface Says Alicia Keys "Just Stood The Kid Up" For R&B Collabo

July 24, 2009 5:30 PM

Ghostface Killah tells SOHH about the collaborations that won't appear on his upcoming album, The Wizard of Poetry, including one request for an Alicia Keys collabo that never happened.

Continue reading Ghostface Says Alicia Keys "Just Stood The Kid Up" For R&B Collabo.

Ghostface Accepts Chris Brown's Public Apology, "Just Don't Do That Sh*t No More"

July 23, 2009 12:00 PM

Ghostface Killah recently sat down with SOHH and weighed in on the public apology Chris Brown made regarding the Rihanna incident.

Continue reading Ghostface Accepts Chris Brown's Public Apology, "Just Don't Do That Sh*t No More".

Ludacris Gets A Whiff Of Carmelo Anthony's Tag Challenge "Carmelo's Fragrance Probably Smells Like His Foot"

July 15, 2009 3:05 PM

Ludacris takes shots at Carmelo Anthony's Tag body spray and explains why his new Signature Series is a slam dunk over Anthony's.

Continue reading Ludacris Gets A Whiff Of Carmelo Anthony's Tag Challenge "Carmelo's Fragrance Probably Smells Like His Foot".

The Wire's Slim Collabs W/ Jim Jones & Juelz Santana

July 12, 2009 2:00 PM

In this SOHH Exclusive Anwan Glover who played Slim on the hit HBO series The Wire talks about rapping along side Jim Jones and Juelz Santana on a new track.

Continue reading The Wire's Slim Collabs W/ Jim Jones & Juelz Santana.

Webstar Gives Drake The Lane, "Hopefully One Day I'll Compete W/ Him"

July 11, 2009 12:00 PM

Though DJ Webstar is enjoying regional success in the northeast he's the first to admit that his buzz doesn't compare to that of rap newcomer Drake.

Continue reading Webstar Gives Drake The Lane, "Hopefully One Day I'll Compete W/ Him".

Maino & Swizz Beatz Share "Million Bucks" For New Album

June 30, 2009 5:00 PM

With his debut LP, If Tomorrow Comes..., hitting stores today, SOHH caught up with Maino to discuss the long-awaited album and his new Swizz Beatz laced single, "Million Bucks."

Continue reading Maino & Swizz Beatz Share "Million Bucks" For New Album.

BET Awards Viewers Outraged Over Lil Wayne and Drake's Performance

June 29, 2009 4:47 PM

Many BET Awards viewers were outraged when Lil' Wayne and Drake were joined on stage by several pre-teen girls during the performance of their hit song "Every Girl".

Continue reading BET Awards Viewers Outraged Over Lil Wayne and Drake's Performance.

Nicki Minaj On Amber Rose's Advances "That's A Good Thing When A Bad B*tch Likes You"

June 26, 2009 1:00 PM

In this SOHH Exclusive Young Money rapper Nicki Minaj talks about toning down her explicit lyrics while fielding sexual advances from Kanye West's bisexual gal pal Amber Rose.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj On Amber Rose's Advances "That's A Good Thing When A Bad B*tch Likes You".

DJ Webstar On Jay-Z, "Just 'Cause He's A Legend Don't Mean He's Always Right"

June 25, 2009 4:00 PM

When DJ Webstar spoke out against Jay-Z's new single "Death Of Autotune," Jay brushed him off saying, "he don't no know better." Webstar explains to SOHH what he feels about Jiggas dissmissive stance.

Continue reading DJ Webstar On Jay-Z, "Just 'Cause He's A Legend Don't Mean He's Always Right".

Ving Rhames Sons Gille Da Kid In Gang Flick, "The Spirit Of The Movie Bonded Us"

June 21, 2009 10:00 AM

Ving Rhames explains to SOHH, he was so drawn to the music of up and coming rappers Gille Da Kid and Nipsey Hustle that he decided to cast them in his new film, Wrath of Cain.

Continue reading Ving Rhames Sons Gille Da Kid In Gang Flick, "The Spirit Of The Movie Bonded Us".

Joe Budden, Fabolous & More Debate Drake's Indie Chances, "It Could Be Monumental"

June 20, 2009 2:27 PM

With his independent buzz at an all time high, Drake has many industry insiders speculating about whether or not he'll sign a major label record deal. SOHH caught up with Joe Budden, Fabolous, Crooked I, Royce Da 5'9 and Alchemist to see how they think his choice will affect the industry.

Continue reading Joe Budden, Fabolous & More Debate Drake's Indie Chances, "It Could Be Monumental".

The Wire's Snoop Taps Lil' Mo For New Rap Single [Audio]

June 20, 2009 12:00 PM

"The Wire" star Felicia "Snoop" Pearson has several film and TV projects in the works but the actress tells SOHH her heart is in rapping and she's got a debut single with Lil' Mo to prove it.

Continue reading The Wire's Snoop Taps Lil' Mo For New Rap Single [Audio].

"The Wire's" Snoop Talks New Movie, "It's Everything That I Didn't Do In The Wire"

June 18, 2009 5:15 PM

It's been over a year since the series finale of The Wire. SOHH sat down with Felicia "Snoop" Pearson to talk about her upcoming film with the producers of the HBO show and her new reality show.

Continue reading "The Wire's" Snoop Talks New Movie, "It's Everything That I Didn't Do In The Wire".

Slaughterhouse Promises "It Ain't All About The Money" [Video]

June 16, 2009 1:15 PM

Slaughterhouse, the group comprised of Joell Ortiz, Royce Da 5'9", Joe Budden and Crooked I recently talked to SOHH about their recent album push-back and why they decided to join forces to form a rap collective.

Continue reading Slaughterhouse Promises "It Ain't All About The Money" [Video].

Fabolous Cancels Tour W/ Rick Ross & Juelz Santana, "I Wanna Do Something More Intimate" [Video]

June 14, 2009 8:00 AM

With the summer nearly here, Fabolous recently spoke with SOHH to announce his cancellation of the joint tour alongside Rick Ross and Juelz Santana set to begin next month.

Continue reading Fabolous Cancels Tour W/ Rick Ross & Juelz Santana, "I Wanna Do Something More Intimate" [Video].

Fabolous Weighs In On Jay-Z's Autotune Assassination, "Jay-Z Is The Trend Killer" [Video]

June 10, 2009 3:10 PM

With artists weighing in on both sides of the "Death Of Autotune" debate, SOHH sat down with Fabolous to see how he think's Jay-Z's most recent public service announcement will affect the music industry.

Continue reading Fabolous Weighs In On Jay-Z's Autotune Assassination, "Jay-Z Is The Trend Killer" [Video].

Fabolous' Album Pushed Back, Talks Jermaine Dupri Beef

June 9, 2009 4:25 PM


Days after Fabolous blamed Jermaine Dupri's So So Def camp for leaking tracks from his upcoming album, Loso's Way, Fabolous has announced that his album will be pushed back.

Continue reading Fabolous' Album Pushed Back, Talks Jermaine Dupri Beef.

M.O.P. Returns to The Foundation, Blames The Industry for G-Unit Failure [Video]

June 7, 2009 8:00 AM

With a three year break since their last album, SOHH spoke with M.O.P.'s Billy Danze and Lil' Fame as they discussed their relationship with G-Unit and offered details about their upcoming release, The Foundation.


Continue reading M.O.P. Returns to The Foundation, Blames The Industry for G-Unit Failure [Video].

Busta Rhymes & Hurricane Chris Offer The Blueprint To Summer Hits, "The Beat Got To Knock"

June 4, 2009 11:10 AM

With the weather heating up, SOHH asked Busta Rhymes, Hurricane Chris and M.O.P. if they could lay out the formula for a hot summer song.

Continue reading Busta Rhymes & Hurricane Chris Offer The Blueprint To Summer Hits, "The Beat Got To Knock".

Mos Def & Talib Kweli Link For "Black Star" Reunion In NYC [Video]

May 31, 2009 8:00 AM

Mos Def and Talib Kweli re-united as Black Star last night (May 30) in New York City and featured a special performance set by Kanye West's protege 88-Keys.

Continue reading Mos Def & Talib Kweli Link For "Black Star" Reunion In NYC [Video].

T.I. Receives Farewell Wishes, "He'll Be Alright W/ God On His Side"

May 26, 2009 5:00 PM

Today, T.I. reported to an Arkansas prison to begin serving his 366 day prison sentence. SOHH caught with some T.I. colleague, including Bun B and producer Jim Jonsin, to see what final words they had for Tip.

Continue reading T.I. Receives Farewell Wishes, "He'll Be Alright W/ God On His Side".

Jibbs Finds "New Tempo" W/ Lil Boosie, "This is A New Day & A New Time"

May 26, 2009 9:03 AM

With the upcoming release of his sophomore album New Tempo, New Swag, Jibbs talked to SOHH about tapping Lil' Boosie for the album and how he defied the haters who were ready to write him off.

Continue reading Jibbs Finds "New Tempo" W/ Lil Boosie, "This is A New Day & A New Time".

Hurricane Chris Introduces Yung Joc & Lil Boosie To "Halle Berry," "That's A Winner Right There"

May 25, 2009 10:00 AM

Hurricane Chris has tapped Yung Joc, Lil' Boosie and Beenie Man for the remix to his new single, "Halle Berry (She's Fine)."

Continue reading Hurricane Chris Introduces Yung Joc & Lil Boosie To "Halle Berry," "That's A Winner Right There".

Hurricane Chris Steers Clear Of Lil Wayne's Path, "I See Me On A Whole 'Nother Page"

May 19, 2009 1:40 PM

With his second album, Unleashed, due to hit stores this summer SOHH sat down with Hurricane Chris for details on the disc and to see how he feels about accusations that he lifted Lil' Wayne's style in recent recordings.

Continue reading Hurricane Chris Steers Clear Of Lil Wayne's Path, "I See Me On A Whole 'Nother Page" .

Busta Rhymes Faces Off W/ Eminem & More For Big Release Day, "I Feel Real Good About It"

May 19, 2009 10:00 AM

With albums hitting stores today from Busta Rhymes, Eminem, Redman & Method Man, and DJ Drama, Busta offers his views on today's releases and how they will affect the rap music industry.

Continue reading Busta Rhymes Faces Off W/ Eminem & More For Big Release Day, "I Feel Real Good About It" .

Busta Rhymes Reacts To Alfamega's & Rick Ross' Law Past, "The Universe Will Deal W/ A Muthaf*cka" [Video]

May 16, 2009 8:00 AM

With allegations swirling about Alfamega being a DEA informant and Rick Ross being a former corrections officer, SOHH caught up with Busta Rhymes to get his thoughts on these recent rap relevations.

Continue reading Busta Rhymes Reacts To Alfamega's & Rick Ross' Law Past, "The Universe Will Deal W/ A Muthaf*cka" [Video].

Twista Stocks Up The Guests On New Album, "I Didn't Mean To Go That Hard"

May 11, 2009 5:20 PM

Chicago-based emcee Twista talked to SOHH about his upcoming album, Category F5, which features Chi-Town heavyweights R. Kelly and Kanye West, among others.

Continue reading Twista Stocks Up The Guests On New Album, "I Didn't Mean To Go That Hard".

Playaz Circle Foiled By Internet Leak, "Somebody Gotta Get Punished"

May 10, 2009 1:00 PM

Tity Boi and Dolla Boy of the Atlanta based duo Playaz Circle recently spoke to SOHH about the leak of their new Lil' Wayne-assisted single, and how the internet disrupted their plans.

Continue reading Playaz Circle Foiled By Internet Leak, "Somebody Gotta Get Punished".

Kanye West Re-Connects W/ Teairra Mari, "It's All Still Family & Love"

April 26, 2009 10:00 AM

"Princess of The Roc," Teairra Mari, recently spoke to SOHH about life after Def Jam, and linking with her former labelmate, Kanye West, for her new album.

Continue reading Kanye West Re-Connects W/ Teairra Mari, "It's All Still Family & Love".

Redman Blames Universal For "How High 2" Delay, "They're Not Opening That Money Door"

April 26, 2009 10:00 AM

Redman reveals to SOHH why the highly anticipated follow-up to his stoner film with Method Man, How High, may not hit theaters.

Continue reading Redman Blames Universal For "How High 2" Delay, "They're Not Opening That Money Door".

Diddy & Dawn Richard Get "Dirty," Danity Kane Survivor Catches "Last Train To Paris" [Video]

April 24, 2009 4:00 PM

After last night's Making The Band finale, Dawn Richard talked to SOHH about the new group that she's formed with Diddy called Dirty Money, and her drastic new haircut.

Continue reading Diddy & Dawn Richard Get "Dirty," Danity Kane Survivor Catches "Last Train To Paris" [Video].

Rick Ross' "Deeper Than Rap" Racks Up Sales Predictions

April 21, 2009 4:03 PM

With Rick Ross' new album, Deeper Than Rap, finally hitting store shelves, SOHH caught up with a few industry insiders to see how they think his recurring beef with 50 Cent will affect first week sales.

Continue reading Rick Ross' "Deeper Than Rap" Racks Up Sales Predictions .

Trick Daddy Talks Lupus Diagnosis, New Movie & Music, "They're Not Gonna Believe It"

March 29, 2009 6:00 AM

Trick Daddy recently told the public that he's been living with the disease Lupus. The Miami-based rapper recently talked to SOHH about the startling revelation as well as his upcoming album and acting role.

Continue reading Trick Daddy Talks Lupus Diagnosis, New Movie & Music, "They're Not Gonna Believe It".

Rappers Talk 50 Cent & Rick Ross Beef, "You Can Die"

March 9, 2009 2:10 PM

50 Cent, Rick Ross, And Biggie

On the anniversary of the Notorious B.I.G.'s death SOHH is delving into the world of rap beefs and asking if the escalating conflict between 50 Cent and Rick Ross has crossed a line.

Continue reading Rappers Talk 50 Cent & Rick Ross Beef, "You Can Die".

T.I. Talks Dr. Dre Collaboration, "It's Going To Be One For The Record Book"

March 1, 2009 9:15 PM

T.I.

The leak of a new Dr. Dre song featuring T.I. has sparked speculation about the King of the South's involvement in Dre's upcoming Detox project.

Continue reading T.I. Talks Dr. Dre Collaboration, "It's Going To Be One For The Record Book".

Cam'Ron Denies Doing Juelz Santana Dirty, "In My Opinion, I Didn't Do Him Wrong"

February 18, 2009 2:55 PM

Camron-2009-02-03-300x300.JPG

Since releasing Juelz Santana from his Diplomat Records contract last year, Cam'ron has been accused of taking advantage of his former protege. In this SOHH Exclusive Cam attempts to explain away the accusations.

Continue reading Cam'Ron Denies Doing Juelz Santana Dirty, "In My Opinion, I Didn't Do Him Wrong".

Project Pat and Paul Wall Reveal Their Presidential Wishes

January 24, 2009 11:43 AM

Paul Wall

With a new President officially sworn into office, SOHH caught up with Paul Wall and Project Pat to see what they want President Obama to accomplish during his first term.

Continue reading Project Pat and Paul Wall Reveal Their Presidential Wishes.

Derek Luke Says Notorious Film Shed New Light on East Coast-West Coast Beef.

January 16, 2009 10:00 AM

Derek Luke

After playing Sean "Diddy" Combs in the film Notorious, Derek Luke gained a new perspective on the East Coast-West Coast rivalry of the '90s.

Continue reading Derek Luke Says Notorious Film Shed New Light on East Coast-West Coast Beef..

Shawty Redd Reacts To Grammy Nod, Speaks On Upcoming Solo Album

December 6, 2008 6:00 AM

Shawty Redd

This week Young Jeezy producer, Shawty Redd, nabbed a Grammy nomination for Snoop Dogg's "Sensual Seduction." SOHH caught up with the Atlanta-based beatmaker to talk about his recent nomination and his upcoming solo album.

Continue reading Shawty Redd Reacts To Grammy Nod, Speaks On Upcoming Solo Album.

Akon On OJ Simpson Verdict, "They've Always Been Waiting For A Reason To Get Him"

December 5, 2008 3:44 PM

OJ Simpson

 

Today OJ Simpson was sentenced to at least 15 years in prison for armed robbery and kidnapping.  SOHH caught up with Konvict Muzik star, Akon, prior to the sentencing to get his take on the football stars fall from grace.

Continue reading Akon On OJ Simpson Verdict, "They've Always Been Waiting For A Reason To Get Him".

B.o.B. Clarifies "Autotune" Parody, "I Wasn't Trying To Impersonate Nobody Specifically" [Video]

December 4, 2008 3:26 PM

B.O.B.

After releasing his parody-based music video "Autotune" via the Internet, SOHH got a hold of Atlanta rapper B.o.B. to find out if it was a possible diss record for artists like T-Pain and Lil' Wayne.

Continue reading B.o.B. Clarifies "Autotune" Parody, "I Wasn't Trying To Impersonate Nobody Specifically" [Video].

Slim Thug, Chamillionaire & Pimp C's Widow Speak On Rapper's Influence

December 4, 2008 12:00 PM

Pimp C

Today marks the one year anniversary of the death of Houston rap legend, Pimp C of UGK.  In honor of Pimp's passing SOHH caught up with a few of his H-Town associates like Chamillionaire and Slim Thug to speak on his legacy.

Continue reading Slim Thug, Chamillionaire & Pimp C's Widow Speak On Rapper's Influence.

Clipse Will Never Stop Rapping About Coke, "When Jay-Z Went 'Kingdom Come,' Everybody Sh*tted On Him"

December 3, 2008 6:00 AM

Clipse

It's been two years sinceThe Clipse released their critically acclaimed album, Hell Hath No Fury.  In preparation for their follow up which is due out next year, Pusha T and Malice have released a new mixtape and launched their own clothing line. In this SOHH exclusive, Pusha T talks about their new projects and explains why he'll always rap about cocaine.

Continue reading Clipse Will Never Stop Rapping About Coke, "When Jay-Z Went 'Kingdom Come,' Everybody Sh*tted On Him".

Donnell Rawlings & Angela Yee To Anchor Online Hip-Hop Awards Show [Video]

December 2, 2008 12:50 PM

OHHA Promo

Donnell Rawlings of "Chappelle's Show" fame and radio personality Angela Yee are set to host the 2008 Online Hip-Hop Awards (OHHAs).

Continue reading Donnell Rawlings & Angela Yee To Anchor Online Hip-Hop Awards Show [Video].

Akon Flows Digitally, Documents Old Stomping Grounds

December 1, 2008 1:58 PM

Akon

 

Tomorrow, Akon's third studio album, Freedom, will hit stores.  SOHH caught up with the Konvict Muzik star to talk about his new European sound and the mini-documentary on his life that he's packaging with the album.

Continue reading Akon Flows Digitally, Documents Old Stomping Grounds.

Real & Chance Have Regrets, "God Dammit, I Miss So Hood"

November 30, 2008 12:03 PM

Real & Chance


In this SOHH exclusive, Real and Chance dish about the contestants on their VH1 reality show "Real Chance of Love," discuss their music and reveal what's next with their Stallionaire movement.

Continue reading Real & Chance Have Regrets, "God Dammit, I Miss So Hood".

Common Talks Future, "I Want To Be Doing Shows When I'm 60"

November 29, 2008 6:00 AM

Common

 

Just a few weeks away from his long-awaited eighth album Universal Mind Control, SOHH got a hold of Common to talk about today's hip-hop, retiring from music and the impact of Barack Obama's presidential run.

 

Continue reading Common Talks Future, "I Want To Be Doing Shows When I'm 60".

Jim Jones, Akon, Q-Tip & More Weigh In On What They're Not Thankful For This Thanksgiving

November 27, 2008 7:57 AM

Thanksgiving


While everyone else is eating turkey and counting their blessings SOHH got some of the biggest names in hip-hop to reveal the things that they are not thankful for this year.

Continue reading Jim Jones, Akon, Q-Tip & More Weigh In On What They're Not Thankful For This Thanksgiving.

Young Jeezy On Obama Presidency, "It's Gonna Take Him A Couple Of Years To Get It Right"

November 27, 2008 6:00 AM

Young Jeezy

 

Gaining a stellar buzz from his pro-Barack Obama single "My President Is Black," Young Jeezy spoke with SOHH about his realistic interpretation of what the upcoming new administration will mean for Americans.

Continue reading Young Jeezy On Obama Presidency, "It's Gonna Take Him A Couple Of Years To Get It Right".

Shawty Lo's Manager Wants Peace, "I'm Trying To Put Together A Concert W/ Grand Hustle & D4L"

November 25, 2008 12:46 PM

Shawty Lo

 

After last night's violent scuffle between T.I.'s PSC/Grand Hustle crew and Shawty Lo's D4L camp went down, SOHH reached out to Lo's manager to find out how the Radio-One Dirty Awards in Atlanta turned into a police shutdown.

Continue reading Shawty Lo's Manager Wants Peace, "I'm Trying To Put Together A Concert W/ Grand Hustle & D4L".

Q-Tip Gets Surprise Visit By Prince, "He Just Took My Musician's Guitar & Hopped On Stage"

November 24, 2008 1:58 PM

Q-Tip

 

During a recent show at in Las Vegas Q-Tip fans were treated to an impromptu performance by PrinceSOHH caught up with the rapper to hear his reaction and to see if he has plans to collaborate with Prince in the future.

Continue reading Q-Tip Gets Surprise Visit By Prince, "He Just Took My Musician's Guitar & Hopped On Stage".

Ludacris Not Worried About Dropping The Same Day As Kanye, "He's Going A Different Direction"

November 23, 2008 6:00 AM

Ludacris


Two of Def Jam's biggest hip-hop artists will both be dropping new albums on Monday, (November 24). SOHH recently caught up with Ludacris to find out how he feels about going head to head with Kanye West.

Continue reading Ludacris Not Worried About Dropping The Same Day As Kanye, "He's Going A Different Direction".

Jay-Z Talks Beyonce Marriage On Debut Angie Martinez BET Special [Video]

November 19, 2008 10:00 AM

Angie Martinez

Making the move from hit radio personality to on-screen host with her upcoming BET television special, "The Angie Martinez Show," SOHH caught up with the "Voice of New York" to find out what the program will offer.

Continue reading Jay-Z Talks Beyonce Marriage On Debut Angie Martinez BET Special [Video].

The Alchemist Explains Why He's Called "Muffler Lung"

November 18, 2008 5:20 PM

The Alchemist

 

It's been four years since he dropped his debut album but today The Alchemist released a brand new EP.  In this SOHH exclusive we talk to the famed hip-hop producer about his experience on Method Man and Redman's "Still High" Tour, his extreme lung capacity and the digital-only release of The Alchemist's Cookbook.

Continue reading The Alchemist Explains Why He's Called "Muffler Lung".

Whoo Kid Challenges Competitors For Air Waves Award, "No One Can Defeat My Natural Humor"

November 18, 2008 1:10 PM

DJ Whoo Kid

With the voting process for the 2008 Online Hip-Hop Awards closing in a few short days, SOHH caught up with DJ Whoo Kid and DJ Drama, two of the finalists in the Air Waves DJ Award category to find out why they should take home the honors.

Continue reading Whoo Kid Challenges Competitors For Air Waves Award, "No One Can Defeat My Natural Humor".

Chamillionaire "Realistic" About New Album, "I Gotta Hit A Home Run Or I Probably Won't Be Doing This [Anymore]"

November 16, 2008 6:00 AM

Chamillionaire



On the eve of the release of the "Mixtape Messiah 5," SOHH caught up with Chamillionaire to talk about his upcoming major label album, Venom, and why it may be his last.

Continue reading Chamillionaire "Realistic" About New Album, "I Gotta Hit A Home Run Or I Probably Won't Be Doing This [Anymore]".

Jim Jones Ditches Katt Williams For Mike Epps, Delivers "Real Hard Christmas Music" For The Holiday Season

November 13, 2008 10:30 AM

Jim Jones

In this SOHH Exclusive Dipset Capo Jim Jones talks about his new partnership with funny man Mike Epps and their upcoming Christmas compilation and comedy special.

Continue reading Jim Jones Ditches Katt Williams For Mike Epps, Delivers "Real Hard Christmas Music" For The Holiday Season.

Latest News