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Eminem's "Recovery" LP Pushes Another Milli, Certified 4x Platinum

February 2, 2012 1:27 PM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem continues to sell units even when not on a promotional run with new reports claiming his 2010 summer album, Recovery, has been certified four times platinum.

Continue reading Eminem's "Recovery" LP Pushes Another Milli, Certified 4x Platinum.

Slaughterhouse's Sophomore Album Title, Release Date Finally Unveiled

January 26, 2012 8:47 AM

Fans anxiously awaiting the follow-up to Slaughterhouse's 2009 self-titled debut can start getting excited with an update surrounding the foursome's sophomore LP title and release date.

Continue reading Slaughterhouse's Sophomore Album Title, Release Date Finally Unveiled.

Photo of the Day: Big Sean Gets Fan Love

January 9, 2012 12:00 AM

Rock The Party: G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean kicks it with his fanatics.

Photo taken from Big Sean's Twitter

Nicki Minaj Did It On Em, Storms Past Slim Shady As Twitter's Hottest Rapper

January 6, 2012 9:30 PM

Young Money star Nicki Minaj has even more reasons to smile at the start of a new year with reports claiming she has passed platinum-selling rapper Eminem as the most followed hip-hop artist on Twitter.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj Did It On Em, Storms Past Slim Shady As Twitter's Hottest Rapper.

"Nobody Even Said It, But To Me, He's The New Biggie Smalls"

January 5, 2012 11:55 PM

Detroit rapper Danny Brown may be known for his Midwest background, however, the emcee claims he has found the next Notorious B.I.G. in rap newcomer Mr. Muthaf*ckin' eXquire.

Continue reading "Nobody Even Said It, But To Me, He's The New Biggie Smalls".

"If You Try To Trick Or Scare 50 Cent It's Over. We Don't Know What The Outcome Would Be"

December 28, 2011 5:05 PM

Known for being a part of 50 Cent's G-Unit family and having his own radio show on Eminem's Shade 45, SOHH decided to previously reach out to DJ Whoo Kid and find out which rap star makes for a better boss.

Continue reading "If You Try To Trick Or Scare 50 Cent It's Over. We Don't Know What The Outcome Would Be".

Kanye West Finishing G.O.O.D. Music Comp Overseas, Says Big Sean

December 28, 2011 5:00 PM

With fans anticipating a spring 2012 releasse for rap star Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music compilation album, Big Sean claims the LP will receive its finishing touches overseas.

Continue reading Kanye West Finishing G.O.O.D. Music Comp Overseas, Says Big Sean.

Big Sean Says That Common/Drake Beef's Cray, "There's A Lot Of Funny Sh*t Going On" [Audio]

December 28, 2011 12:05 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has offered his take on the current tension brewing between Drake and Common after the Chicago rap veteran subliminally went after Drizzy on his new "Sweet" record.

Continue reading Big Sean Says That Common/Drake Beef's Cray, "There's A Lot Of Funny Sh*t Going On" [Audio].

Big Sean Wants To Smooch Nicki Minaj's A$$, A$$, A$$, "I'd Kiss It In The Shower" [Audio]

December 28, 2011 8:56 AM

G.O.O.D. Music rapper Big Sean recently expressed his love for "Dance (A$$)" remix collaborator Nicki Minaj and just how far he would go to show admiration for her booty-ful backside.

Continue reading Big Sean Wants To Smooch Nicki Minaj's A$$, A$$, A$$, "I'd Kiss It In The Shower" [Audio].

Big Sean Questions Ludacris 'Bada Boom' Tantrum, "It's A Year Later & He's Still Hanging Onto It" [Video]

December 27, 2011 6:10 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has waved off Ludacris feud tensions weeks after the Disturbin' Tha Peace leader dropped his "Bada Boom" music video aimed at him and Young Money's Drake.

Continue reading Big Sean Questions Ludacris 'Bada Boom' Tantrum, "It's A Year Later & He's Still Hanging Onto It" [Video].

"To Get A Quotable On A Song With Jadakiss & Noreaga Was That Much Better"

December 27, 2011 1:10 PM

[SOHH highlights a hot single each week and offers a unique look at the record. The Pharcyde's SlimKid3 breaks down his new "Another Day, Another Dollar," Mistah Fab explains what it takes to be the greatest.]

Continue reading "To Get A Quotable On A Song With Jadakiss & Noreaga Was That Much Better".

"It Was Incredible To Have J Dilla In Your Dining Room Making Beats"

December 26, 2011 4:50 PM

Chicago rapper Common recently opened up about his relationship with late producer/rapper J Dilla and how they shared an apartment in Los Angeles.

Continue reading "It Was Incredible To Have J Dilla In Your Dining Room Making Beats".

Bizarre's Nicki Minaj Obsession Intensifies, "Nicki, This Is How Much I Love You. This Is Your Husband" [Video]

December 26, 2011 4:30 PM

D12's Bizarre is showing just how much he is infatuated with Young Money starlet Nicki Minaj by releasing a new video showing himself getting her face tattooed on his arm.

Continue reading Bizarre's Nicki Minaj Obsession Intensifies, "Nicki, This Is How Much I Love You. This Is Your Husband" [Video].

"His Verses Just Kills People When He Hops On Their Songs"

December 26, 2011 12:15 AM

[The Wrap-Up: With the year coming to a close, this week SOHH celebrates entertainment personalities' most favorite 2011 SOHH Underrated emcees. After Roscoe Dash gave Wale/J. Cole shine last week, we highlight Detroit's hometown hero eLZhi for receiving frequent love throughout 2011.]

Continue reading "His Verses Just Kills People When He Hops On Their Songs".

Eminem Has Been My Mentor For A Long Time, Says Yelawolf

December 23, 2011 5:25 PM

Shady Records' Yelawolf recently reflected on his status in the hip-hop game and how much of an impact Eminem has had on his hip-hop career.

Continue reading Eminem Has Been My Mentor For A Long Time, Says Yelawolf.

"[They Both] Delivered Well-Rounded Albums That You Can Play All The Way Through"

December 22, 2011 12:15 AM

[100 Yard Dash: Every week, SOHH features a group or solo artist naming the most underrated emcee in hip-hop. After Hot Rod gave Roscoe Dash the title earlier this week, Roscoe now explains why the SOHH Underrated throne should be shared by several young artists.]

Continue reading "[They Both] Delivered Well-Rounded Albums That You Can Play All The Way Through".

Danny Brown Fires Shots At Mac Miller, "He's The Worst Guy Around"

December 20, 2011 3:24 PM

Detroit rapper Danny Brown has offered his take on fellow hip-hop newcomer Mac Miller and said while he acknowledges the success, he cannot co-sign the Pittsburgh emcee's music.

Continue reading Danny Brown Fires Shots At Mac Miller, "He's The Worst Guy Around".

Joe Budden Pencils In Slaughterhouse's Shady Records Debut [Video]

December 15, 2011 12:00 PM

New Jersey rapper Joe Budden provided fans with an update on the long-awaited Slaughterhouse sophomore album this week, stating that it could arrive as soon early as spring 2012.

Continue reading Joe Budden Pencils In Slaughterhouse's Shady Records Debut [Video].

Chris Brown Puts In "Slight" Work, Gets Ready To Shoot Wale & Big Sean

December 15, 2011 8:55 AM

R&B singer Chris Brown is set to prove he is more than your average crooner by revealing plans to direct an upcoming Wale and Big Sean music video.

Continue reading Chris Brown Puts In "Slight" Work, Gets Ready To Shoot Wale & Big Sean.

2012 XXL Freshmen List Allegedly Leaks + 3 Cheers For Mumia? [Click Here & Speak]

December 8, 2011 12:05 AM

The Annual XXL Freshman class list has become a right of passage for many MC's: Getting shine from one of the genre's most popular magazines can help your career propel from mixtape scrambler to legitimate artist.

Continue reading 2012 XXL Freshmen List Allegedly Leaks + 3 Cheers For Mumia? [Click Here & Speak].

UPDATE: T-Baby Receives Racist Threats Following 'Beavis & Butthead' Episode

December 4, 2011 10:10 AM

Just weeks after Detroit rapper T-Baby claimed she took pride in her "It's So Cold In The D' music video getting parodied on animated MTV show "Beavis & Butthead," she now reveals the post-show airing's negative effects.

Continue reading UPDATE: T-Baby Receives Racist Threats Following 'Beavis & Butthead' Episode.

D12's Bizarre Reveals Nicki Minaj Infatuation, "If You & Drake Get Married, I'm F*cking Up The Wedding" [Video]

December 2, 2011 10:15 PM

D12's Bizarre is known for his witty comedic antics which are ever so evident in his new obsession-like music video, "Hey Nicki," directed toward Young Money's Nicki Minaj.

Continue reading D12's Bizarre Reveals Nicki Minaj Infatuation, "If You & Drake Get Married, I'm F*cking Up The Wedding" [Video].

Big Sean Hints At "Cold A**" Kanye West & Kid Cudi Anthem [Video]

November 30, 2011 5:10 PM

Detroit rapper Big Sean has hinted at an upcoming new record featuring him, Kanye West and Kid Cudi as fans continue to wait for the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music compilation album.

Continue reading Big Sean Hints At "Cold A**" Kanye West & Kid Cudi Anthem [Video] .

Eminem Tried To Get A Hold Of The King, Says T.I. [Video]

November 29, 2011 4:55 PM

Grammy-winning rapper T.I. discussed the respect he has for Eminem and detailed how Slim Shady attempted to reach out to him during his 11-month jail stint for a probation violation.

Continue reading Eminem Tried To Get A Hold Of The King, Says T.I. [Video] .

'Beavis & Butt-Head' Victim Laughs Straight To The Bank, "People Have Been Making Fun Of Me My Whole Life" [Video]

November 26, 2011 8:19 AM

With the return of "Beavis & Butt-Head" to MTV, the show's latest hip-hop victim to its jokes, rapper T-Baby, claims she is shaking off the animated duo's playful taunting.

Continue reading 'Beavis & Butt-Head' Victim Laughs Straight To The Bank, "People Have Been Making Fun Of Me My Whole Life" [Video].

Eminem Addresses White Rapper Status In Hip-Hop, "We Deal W/ It Enough As It Is"

November 19, 2011 9:27 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem opens up about his and Shady Records' Yelawolf status as white emcees in a predominantly black urban genre and why music outshines everything in the upcoming VIBE magazine.

Continue reading Eminem Addresses White Rapper Status In Hip-Hop, "We Deal W/ It Enough As It Is".

Big Sean Responds To Ludacris, "I Ain't Hear Him Say No Name" [Audio]

November 18, 2011 12:20 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has finally broken his silence on being one of the targets from Ludacris' new "Bada Boom" record and why there are no real issues between them.

Continue reading Big Sean Responds To Ludacris, "I Ain't Hear Him Say No Name" [Audio] .

Ludacris Airs Out Drake & Big Sean, "Counterfeit Rappers Say I'm Stealing They Flows" [Audio]

November 15, 2011 10:57 PM

Grammy-winning rapper Ludacris has finally responded to Drake and taken aim at Big Sean after getting accused of using the "Supa Dupa" flow pioneered from Kanye West's protege.

Continue reading Ludacris Airs Out Drake & Big Sean, "Counterfeit Rappers Say I'm Stealing They Flows" [Audio].

"When [Nicki Minaj] Came On The Set I Was Like, 'Man She Fine As Sh*t'"

November 15, 2011 1:15 PM

[SOHH highlights a hot single each week and offers a unique look at the song. After New York rapper The Kid Daytona explains why "God Is Good", G.O.O.D. Music MC Big Sean tells why he asked Nicki Minaj to "Dance".]

Continue reading "When [Nicki Minaj] Came On The Set I Was Like, 'Man She Fine As Sh*t'".

Bun B Would Join Slaughterhouse, Joe Budden Says Sophomore LP Nearly Done [Video]

November 13, 2011 9:01 AM

UGK's Bun B recently dished out his thoughts on Shady Records' Slaughterhouse and has sparked online speculation on an interest in joining the four-man crew.

Continue reading Bun B Would Join Slaughterhouse, Joe Budden Says Sophomore LP Nearly Done [Video].

Kanye West To Big Sean, "You're Gonna Be The Best Rapper" [Video]

November 11, 2011 5:15 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently talked about the confidence Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West has in him, including bestowing to him a huge co-sign while standing next to the self-proclaimed "Best Rapper Alive", Jay-Z.

Continue reading Kanye West To Big Sean, "You're Gonna Be The Best Rapper" [Video].

Big Sean On Kanye West's Spring 2012 Takeover Plot, "It's Going To Be Nuts" [Video]

November 7, 2011 11:40 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has become the latest artist to comment on Kanye West's planned label compilation project set to come out next spring and hinted at a few of the confirmed guest features.

Continue reading Big Sean On Kanye West's Spring 2012 Takeover Plot, "It's Going To Be Nuts" [Video] .

Eminem & Jay-Z Motivate, Bring Out Young Jeezy's Thug

November 6, 2011 9:27 AM

Grammy-winning rappers Eminem and Jay-Z are just two of the multiple hip-hop stars fans can expect to hear on Young Jeezy's upcoming Thug Motivation 103 album.

Continue reading Eminem & Jay-Z Motivate, Bring Out Young Jeezy's Thug.

Big Sean Rides Nicki Minaj's "A$$" On Screen [Video]

November 1, 2011 4:45 PM

Young Money's Nicki Minaj helped heat up Big Sean's "A**" single with a remix feature and now she adds some visual support in the new music video.

Continue reading Big Sean Rides Nicki Minaj's "A$$" On Screen [Video] .

Big Sean Bounces Off Sex Crime, Hammer Times Case

October 26, 2011 5:50 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has more reasons to smile other than soaring record sales as his recent sexual abuse case has been settled with him avoiding a long battle in court.

Continue reading Big Sean Bounces Off Sex Crime, Hammer Times Case.

Eminem Avoids Knockout Punch, "Southpaw" Laces Back Up

October 21, 2011 9:46 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem's Southpaw boxing flick appeared to be down for the count after getting nixed by DreamWorks last summer, however, the project has now been picked up.

Continue reading Eminem Avoids Knockout Punch, "Southpaw" Laces Back Up .

Eminem & Lil Wayne Become Gods Of Rock

October 18, 2011 1:10 PM

Grammy-winning rappers Eminem and Lil Wayne continue to generate headlines and accolades, as men's lifestyle publication GQ crowns the two as the "Gods of Rock" in their upcoming November issue.

Continue reading Eminem & Lil Wayne Become Gods Of Rock .

Rihanna Responds To Royce Da 5'9's BET Cypher Name Drop

October 13, 2011 9:12 AM

Grammy-winning singer Rihanna has responded back to Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 after making the reference "Hi Rihanna" multiple times during his BET Hip-Hop Awards cypher this week.

Continue reading Rihanna Responds To Royce Da 5'9's BET Cypher Name Drop .

Big Sean Got Nicki Minaj's "A$$" For Free-99, "She Didn't Charge Nothing"

October 13, 2011 8:37 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently talked about snagging Nicki Minaj to appear on his "Dance (A$$)" remix and revealed he did not have to endure any appearance fees.

Continue reading Big Sean Got Nicki Minaj's "A$$" For Free-99, "She Didn't Charge Nothing" .

"Eminem Is Extraordinary & One Of The Greatest Live Acts I've Ever Seen"

October 10, 2011 12:55 PM

While blockbuster actor Hugh Jackman may be considered to be a huge star in Hollywood, he recently revealed that he is a supporter of Grammy-winning rapper Eminem.

Continue reading "Eminem Is Extraordinary & One Of The Greatest Live Acts I've Ever Seen" .

"I Wanted To Pay Homage & Pay Tribute To The Classic Album Nas Did" [Video]

October 8, 2011 11:02 AM

Former Slum Village member eLZhi recently talked about this year's release of his Illmatic cover album, Elmatic, and Nas' overall impression of it.

Continue reading "I Wanted To Pay Homage & Pay Tribute To The Classic Album Nas Did" [Video].

Big Sean Addresses Alleged Nekkid Photo, "I'm Way Bigger Than That" [Video]

October 3, 2011 5:55 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has finally addressed recent buzz over a questionable photo depicting a nude man who closely resembles him, and answers whether or not the picture is indeed of the Detroit rapper.

Continue reading Big Sean Addresses Alleged Nekkid Photo, "I'm Way Bigger Than That" [Video] .

Cormega Reacts To Cool Kids' Co-Sign, "I'm One Of The Most Underrated Artists. Ever."

September 28, 2011 10:05 PM

After rap duo The Cool Kids named hip-hop veteran Cormega their pick for SOHH Underrated, the Queensbridge, New York emcee has hit up SOHH to share his reaction to the accolade.

Continue reading Cormega Reacts To Cool Kids' Co-Sign, "I'm One Of The Most Underrated Artists. Ever." .

Big Sean Shows Off His Big Willy, Alleged Nude Pic Hits The Internet

September 28, 2011 11:10 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean appears to have suffered the same demise as his mentor Kanye West as he becomes the latest celebrity to allegedly have his nude photos leaked online.

Continue reading Big Sean Shows Off His Big Willy, Alleged Nude Pic Hits The Internet .

"He Was The Nas Before Nas Was Even Nas"

September 27, 2011 12:15 AM

[Mega Man: This week, SOHH celebrates the release of Cormega's new Raw Forever compilation release by featuring artists who boast a connection or maintain appreciation for the ex-Firm member. After Yo Gotti gave Young Jeezy the title last week, The Cool Kids' Mikey Rocks and Chuck Inglish collectively crown the Queensbridge, rapper as SOHH Underrated.]

Continue reading "He Was The Nas Before Nas Was Even Nas".

"No I.D., Kanye, Pharrell [All] Helped Me Transition From Being A Mixtape Artist" [Video]

September 24, 2011 11:32 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently opened up about maturing from his underground days to reaching mainstream success courtesy of mentors like Kanye West and Pharrell Williams.

Continue reading "No I.D., Kanye, Pharrell [All] Helped Me Transition From Being A Mixtape Artist" [Video] .

"I Have A Lotta Fun F*ckin' With People On Twitter"

September 21, 2011 12:30 PM

With the hype surrounding Twitter beef and gossip days, Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 recently chopped it up with SOHH about his addiction to the social networking tool.

Continue reading "I Have A Lotta Fun F*ckin' With People On Twitter".

"I Don't Want My Legacy Left As Benzino Lost The Battle To Eminem"

September 16, 2011 10:00 PM

Former The Source magazine co-owner Benzino has opened up about his past tensions toward Grammy-winning rapper Eminem and why hip-hop fans can expect a lyrical battle come next year.

Continue reading "I Don't Want My Legacy Left As Benzino Lost The Battle To Eminem" .

Big Sean Wants To Be A Big Man

September 15, 2011 4:35 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently detailed his goals as an entertainer and explains why he hopes to take on the responsibility of being a role model.

Continue reading Big Sean Wants To Be A Big Man .

Big Sean Says He Puts On For His City, "I Could Be A Vessel For [Detroit]" [Video]

September 13, 2011 10:45 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently reflected on the impact he has had on his Detroit, Michigan hometown and how proud he is of his Motown roots.

Continue reading Big Sean Says He Puts On For His City, "I Could Be A Vessel For [Detroit]" [Video] .

"If Lil Wayne, Rick Ross & Drake Want To Take The Title From Jay-Z & Eminem, They Need To..."

September 13, 2011 1:05 PM

Rap veteran Uncle Luke recently gave his take on hip-hop stars Jay-Z and Eminem along with provided suggestions for what select rappers need to do to reach their level of achievement.

Continue reading "If Lil Wayne, Rick Ross & Drake Want To Take The Title From Jay-Z & Eminem, They Need To..." .

"I Could Release A Couple Songs And Go At His Head -- I Probably Will"

September 12, 2011 5:35 PM

Just when you thought the Twitter war was over, Boston rapper Benzino has come forward again to address dismissive comments launched his way via current rap foe Royce Da 5'9. 

Continue reading "I Could Release A Couple Songs And Go At His Head -- I Probably Will".

Royce Da 5'9 Credits D12 For Crushing Shady Beef, "They Were Really Instrumental In Bringing Us Back Together"

September 12, 2011 11:50 AM

Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 recently reflected on what ultimately ended his mid-2000's beef with Eminem and why they have been on good terms ever since.

Continue reading Royce Da 5'9 Credits D12 For Crushing Shady Beef, "They Were Really Instrumental In Bringing Us Back Together" .

Slaughterhouse Rides For Their Shady Boss, "Being W/ Him, You Totally Forget He's One Of The Dopest"

September 8, 2011 4:30 PM

Hip-hop quartet Slaughterhouse recently opened up about having Grammy-winning rapper Eminem as their boss and how much creative freedom the Shady Records exec allows them.

Continue reading Slaughterhouse Rides For Their Shady Boss, "Being W/ Him, You Totally Forget He's One Of The Dopest" .

Big Sean On 'Carter IV' Sales, "Congratulations Lil Wayne, You Sh*tted On Everybody Again" [Video]

September 8, 2011 1:05 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has weighed in on Lil Wayne's Tha Carter IV nearly hitting a million sold copies its opening week and debuting atop the sales chart.

Continue reading Big Sean On 'Carter IV' Sales, "Congratulations Lil Wayne, You Sh*tted On Everybody Again" [Video] .

Cormega On Eminem's "King Of Hip-Hop" Title, "He's Proven Himself To Be One Of The Greatest" [Audio]

September 7, 2011 8:45 PM

Rap veteran Cormega has shared his input on Grammy-winning rapper Eminem recently making headlines as Rolling Stone magazine's top choice for the King of Hip-Hop.

Continue reading Cormega On Eminem's "King Of Hip-Hop" Title, "He's Proven Himself To Be One Of The Greatest" [Audio].

"I Love Adele, I Love Her So Much. I Know She's My Age, I Would Even Date Her"

September 6, 2011 11:45 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean is hoping to take his music resume to the next level by revealing an interest to cross the ocean to collaborate with British singer Adele.

Continue reading "I Love Adele, I Love Her So Much. I Know She's My Age, I Would Even Date Her" .

Eminem & Lil Wayne Pull Off One Night Stand Down Under

September 4, 2011 7:00 AM

Grammy-winning rappers Eminem and Lil Wayne have decided to link up for a one-night only concert right after the Thanksgiving holiday in Australia.

Continue reading Eminem & Lil Wayne Pull Off One Night Stand Down Under .

Bad Meets Evil & Now Strike Gold Status

September 2, 2011 11:35 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem and Royce Da 5'9 have officially reached gold status for their new joint album, Hell: The Sequel, moving over 500,000 copies.

Continue reading Bad Meets Evil & Now Strike Gold Status.

Tyler, The Creator Thanks His Lucky Charms, Meets Eminem In Ireland

September 1, 2011 4:42 PM

Odd Future's Tyler, the Creator got an opportunity to talk to the "King of Hip-Hop" recently, revealing a one-on-one chat he had with Grammy-winning rapper Eminem in Ireland.

Continue reading Tyler, The Creator Thanks His Lucky Charms, Meets Eminem In Ireland .

Game Turns R.E.D. At No. 1, Jay-Z & Kanye West Get Dethroned, Beyonce Loses Top 10 Billing

August 31, 2011 12:05 PM

In this week's Sales Wrap, Game makes a strong debut atop his competition, Jay-Z and Kanye West lose their number one spot and Beyonce falls from the Top 10.

Continue reading Game Turns R.E.D. At No. 1, Jay-Z & Kanye West Get Dethroned, Beyonce Loses Top 10 Billing .

"Eminem's My Favorite Rapper, But I Don't Know Why You Have To Crown A 'King Of Hip-Hop'"

August 25, 2011 9:17 AM

After making headlines earlier this month with Rolling Stone naming Eminem the "King of Hip-Hop," the rapper's "I Need A Doctor" collaborator Skylar Grey offers her take on the title.

Continue reading "Eminem's My Favorite Rapper, But I Don't Know Why You Have To Crown A 'King Of Hip-Hop'" .

"Eminem's Not Afraid To Tell A Story When A Lot Of People Shy Away"

August 24, 2011 12:05 PM

With the new Jay-Z and Kanye West Watch the Throne album continuing to conquer radio waves and music charts, SOHH recently chopped it up with "American Idol" alumni Kimberley Locke to see who she would want to make a joint LP with.

Continue reading "Eminem's Not Afraid To Tell A Story When A Lot Of People Shy Away" .

Benzino Addresses Royce Da 5'9 Twitter Clash, "That Ain't Me"

August 22, 2011 4:27 PM

After Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 caught eyes last week after engaging in a controversial Twitter exchange allegedly with rapper Benzino, SOHH reached out to the former Source magazine co-owner to set the record straight.

Continue reading Benzino Addresses Royce Da 5'9 Twitter Clash, "That Ain't Me" .

UPDATE: Teairra Mari Fully Addresses DUI Arrest, Police Fight Reports

August 21, 2011 11:20 AM

R&B singer Teairra Mari has come forward to address weekend reports claiming she get into a physical altercation with police following an arrest in Los Angeles.

Continue reading UPDATE: Teairra Mari Fully Addresses DUI Arrest, Police Fight Reports .

Big Sean On Turning Down Ink Jobs, "I Have No Tattoos" [Video]

August 21, 2011 11:07 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean may be following in Kanye West's artistic footsteps but the Detroit-bred emcee is not looking to get any tattoos on his body in the near future.

Continue reading Big Sean On Turning Down Ink Jobs, "I Have No Tattoos" [Video].

Teairra Mari Busted By Police For DUI, Attacking Cop

August 20, 2011 10:05 AM

Former Roc-A-Fella Records artist Teairra Mari is making headlines this weekend for non-music-related reasons as reports claim she was arrested by Los Angeles police for driving under the influence Friday (August 19).

Continue reading Teairra Mari Busted By Police For DUI, Attacking Cop.

Royce Da 5'9 & Benzino Clash, "My Meatballs In Your Mother's Mouth"

August 19, 2011 1:41 PM

Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 may no longer have an interest at beefing with Canibus but the Detroit-bred emcee has given his complete focus to rap rival Benzino.

Continue reading Royce Da 5'9 & Benzino Clash, "My Meatballs In Your Mother's Mouth".

"It's Not Personal W/ Me & Eminem Or Slaughterhouse, There's Just A Certain Kind of Arrogance Over There"

August 19, 2011 12:30 PM

[In between discussing his latest project, Caezar, Boston rapper Benzino took some time to share his opinion on the recent Rolling Stone article crowning his former rival Eminem "The King of Hip Hop" as well as discuss the Shady Records group, Slaughterhouse.]

Continue reading "It's Not Personal W/ Me & Eminem Or Slaughterhouse, There's Just A Certain Kind of Arrogance Over There".

Big Sean On Sex Crime Arrest, "That Was Just Some Little Minor Sh*t" [Video]

August 19, 2011 9:40 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has come clean on getting arrested earlier this month in Buffalo, New York for a sexual assault charge and explained why he has remained mum on the subject.

Continue reading Big Sean On Sex Crime Arrest, "That Was Just Some Little Minor Sh*t" [Video].

Donald Trump Names The Next Great White Hype, "This Kid Is The New Eminem" [Video]

August 18, 2011 5:58 PM

Renowned real-estate developer Donald Trump has shared his reaction to hip-hop newcomer Mac Miller's "Donald Trump" record and praised the Pittsburgh rapper as rap's new Eminem.

Continue reading Donald Trump Names The Next Great White Hype, "This Kid Is The New Eminem" [Video].

Big Sean Clears Up Drake Beef Talk, Says They're All G.O.O.D. [Video]

August 18, 2011 9:30 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean has addressed speculation and rumors surrounding him and fellow hip-hop newcomer Drake suggesting they may have a quiet beef against one another.

Continue reading Big Sean Clears Up Drake Beef Talk, Says They're All G.O.O.D. [Video].

"[He Made] The Best Hip-Hop Album I've Heard In A Really Long Time"

August 18, 2011 12:15 AM

[SOHH features a new entertainment personality each week to speak on who they feel is the most underrated artist. After K. Gaines gave Rah Digga the title earlier this week, the former Flipmode Squad lady emcee now crowns eLZhi as SOHH Underrated.]

Continue reading "[He Made] The Best Hip-Hop Album I've Heard In A Really Long Time".

"50 [Cent] Was With It; He Just Didn't Sign Me Because Of My Jeans"

August 17, 2011 11:00 AM

Detroit rapper Danny Brown has opened up about nearly signing a deal with G-Unit Records and why he ultimately got rejected by its leader, 50 Cent.

Continue reading "50 [Cent] Was With It; He Just Didn't Sign Me Because Of My Jeans".

Can One Man Truly Be King Of Hip Hop? [Click Here & Speak]

August 16, 2011 12:00 AM

King/kiNG/Noun - 1. The male ruler of an independent state, esp. one who inherits the position by right of birth. 2. A person or thing regarded as the finest or most important in its sphere or group.

Continue reading Can One Man Truly Be King Of Hip Hop? [Click Here & Speak].

Eminem Runs The Rap Game, Crowned "King Of Hip-Hop"

August 15, 2011 5:16 PM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem may finally have gotten his wish for respect as an emcee as renowned music publication Rolling Stone has crowned him King of Hip-Hop.

Continue reading Eminem Runs The Rap Game, Crowned "King Of Hip-Hop".

Royce Da 5'9 On Canibus Beef, "He Has His Own Problems & He's Angry"

August 15, 2011 9:31 AM

Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 recently opened up about his past feud with nemesis Canibus and why he refuses to allow a beef to take him away from music-making.

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Royce Da 5'9 On Slaughterhouse Disputes, "We Take Votes, We Do Everything Fair"

August 14, 2011 12:12 PM

Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 recently talked about his how his crew avoids getting into full-fledged arguments and maintain cool heads when it comes to making crucial decisions.

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"[There] Was One Time In Hip-Hop When It Wasn't Cool To Be Lyrical"

August 12, 2011 4:05 PM

Slaughterhouse's Royce Da 5'9 recently opened up about the state of hip-hop and how projects like his Hell: The Sequel plus Jay-Z and Kanye West's Watch the Thone albums are forcing rappers to display higher levels of lyricism.

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Eminem's Hollywood Comeback Gets Knocked Out, DreamWorks TKO's Boxing Flick

August 12, 2011 1:00 PM

Oscar-winning rapper Eminem's dream of making a triumphant Hollywood return has been temporarily sidelined as reports claim movie studio DreamWorks dropped his Southpaw boxing film.

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Big Sean Credits Kanye West For Blowing Up His Gold Game, "I Feel Like I'm A F*cking Pharaoh"

August 9, 2011 10:20 PM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently talked about his relationship alongside Kanye West and how the Grammy-winning rapper not only inspired his music but the amount of gold he rocks.

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Royce Da 5'9, "Success Is Certain"

August 9, 2011 3:20 PM

Fresh off his Hell: The Sequel joint effort, Royce Da 5'9 releases his latest solo album today, entitled Success is Certain.

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Drake Says He's All G.O.O.D. W/ Big Sean, "If I Got To Tell You This Way, I Tell You This Way" [Video]

August 7, 2011 12:50 PM

Young Money rapper Drake recently cleared the air on speculation suggesting he may have undisclosed issues with G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean.

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Big Sean Runs Into Big Problem, Busted On Sex Charge

August 6, 2011 9:03 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean no longer has to worry about just record sales as the Detroit rapper was busted a few days ago on a sex charge during a concert.

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Big Sean Reveals Awkward Virginity-Losing Moment, "My Mom Walked In The Door" [Video]

August 4, 2011 7:56 AM

G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean recently talked about some of his first-timers including the day he semi-lost his virginity before his mom came into their home and stopped the occassion.

Continue reading Big Sean Reveals Awkward Virginity-Losing Moment, "My Mom Walked In The Door" [Video].

"Nobody Makes Albums Anymore, They Just Make Songs & Throw It On A Disc"

August 1, 2011 5:15 PM

With the surge of duo albums dropping this summer ranging from Eminem and Royce Da 5'9's Hell: The Sequel and Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Flame's Ferrari Boyz, SOHH hit up Daily Bread's Apollo Brown for his take on collaborative efforts.

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How Does An Artist Avoid The Sophomore Jinx? 3 Discs That Got It Right The Second Time Around. [Click Here & Speak]

August 1, 2011 7:35 AM


They say an artist spends their entire life making their first album. It makes sense if you think about it: Before that major (or minor) record deal, its possible that a rapper has notebooks full of material capturing their pain, joys and hunger with which they choose to share with the world.

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Game Doesn't Want Big Sean Feud But Ready, "Ain't Never Lost A Rap Beef & I Never Will! I Wrote '300 Bars'"

July 31, 2011 11:21 AM

West Coast rapper Game has clarified his "Uncle Otis" jab toward G.O.O.D. Music's Big Sean and said while he hopes to avoid any rap beef, he is ultimately prepared if need be.

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"Daily Bread": "He's Got One Of The Best Voices In Hip-Hop"

July 29, 2011 12:25 PM

[With the new Daily Bread album in stores, group member Apollo Brown breaks down the Top 5 reasons you need this loaf in your stash.]

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Big Sean Addresses Game's "Otis" Diss, Consequence's Anti-G.O.O.D. Music Movement

July 27, 2011 4:00 PM

G.O.O.D. Music artist Big Sean has stepped forward to set the record straight in light of recent jabs thrown at his boss, Kanye West, courtesy of former affiliate Consequence and West Coast rapper Game. 

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Beyonce Runs The Gold, DJ Khaled Finds His Best In Top 5 & Amy Winehouse Resurrects The Chart

July 27, 2011 11:50 AM

In this week's Sales Wrap, Beyonce lives up to her album title, DJ Khaled finds a cozy spot in Top 5 and the late Amy Winehouse helps resurrect the chart.

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DJ Khaled Still Stans For Eminem, "I'm Cool W/ Him But He Doesn't Know Me Like That"

July 22, 2011 11:50 AM

Def Jam South President DJ Khaled is still on the prowl for Grammy-winning rapper Eminem despite Slim Shady missing out on an opportunity to appear on his new We The Best Forever compilation album.

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The Cool Kids Say Death Of Myspace, "It's Sad They F*cked That Thing Up"

July 20, 2011 6:00 PM

While The Cool Kids may have become overnight celebrities thanks to online social music platform Myspace, Mikey Rocks and Chuck Inglish believe the once popular site is officially over.

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Beyonce Slips Up, Bad Meets Evil Falls From Top 10, Wiz Khalifa Strikes Gold, Cool Kids Rattle Up The Chart

July 20, 2011 12:05 PM

In this week's Sales Wrap, Beyonce falls a few slots back, Eminem and Royce Da 5'9 lose their Top 10 seed, Wiz Khalifa strikes gold plus The Cool Kids invade the sales chart.

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Interscope & YouTube Shakedown Rapper For Eminem, "Don't Know If I Should Be Angry Or Privileged"

July 20, 2011 11:20 AM

Interscope Records' head Jimmy Iovine made a major move recently as new reports claim the music mogul forced YouTube take down a song by UK artist Skepta for Grammy-winning rapper Eminem.

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Eminem's Digital Sales Record Shattered By UK Star

July 18, 2011 9:15 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem's recent achievement as the only artist to sell over one million digital copies of an album has already been outdone by United Kingdom singer Adele.

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Eminem Snubbed Lady Gaga For Dr. Dre's "Detox"

July 16, 2011 11:56 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Eminem decided to pass on an opportunity to have Lady Gaga appear on Dr. Dre's "I Need A Doctor" Detox single for music newcomer Skylar Grey.

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The Cool Kids Name Their Favorite Summer Sizzlers

July 15, 2011 2:50 PM

With the heat in tact and their "Summer Jam" record in rotation, The Cool Kids hit up SOHH and discuss their favorite tracks for this time of the year.

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Crooked I Asks What's Up Doc, "Dre, Where You At Baby?...Godd*mn..."

July 14, 2011 5:55 PM

Slaughterhouse's Crooked I recently revealed his admiration for Dr. Dre and said he is hopeful that the Doc can schedule some studio time for his crew.

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The Cool Kids Scale "When Fish Ride Bicycles" Concept

July 13, 2011 9:00 PM

After drawing attention for their When Fish Ride Bicycles debut album cover, SOHH had to reach out to The Cool Kids to find out the real story behind their artwork.

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