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Kottonmouth Kings Labeled Obscene

After perfoming in Colorado, The west coast group was labeled obscene by town residents.

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All Not Pleased With Obama Acceptance Speech

Barack Obama is catching some heat over his recent speech. Is the criticism warranted or over the top?

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Barack Obama Accepts Democratic Vote For President

If you missed it, a lot happened last night. DX offers a recap of America's historic political moment.

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Suge Knight Arrested In Las Vegas

Suge Knight was arrested today for drug and assault charges stemming from "beating his girlfriend while brandishing a knife."

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Assassination Plot On Barack Obama?

Reports that a plot to assassinate Barack Obama have surfaced. Was the threat credible?

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Nelly: Hip Hop Not "Acknowledging" Other Music

Why does Nelly have a bone to pick with Hip Hop music? The answer will surprise you.

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KRS-One, Atmosphere Headline Scribble Jam 2008

2008's tour prepares to showcase all elements of Hip Hop,featuring living legend KRS-One and Atmosphere.

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Hell Razah Preps Release of Ultra Sounds

After making his mark with Sunz of Man and Black Market Militia, Hell Razah goes for self again on his fourth release.

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Tribe Out, Black Star in at Denver Rock The Bells

Health issues forced A Tribe Called Quest to cancel their performance at Denver's Rock The Bells, but Mos Def and Talib Kweli will perform in their place.

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Obama Knows VP, Hip Hop Urged To Tone Down Support

Rap O.G.'s Ice Cube and Scarface urge rappers to not be a negative force in the Senator's election efforts.

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Method Man Says Hip Hop Was Better In The '90s

Presently on tour with Pharcyde, Native Tongues and Nas, Meth breaks out and says there's no comparison.

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2Pac Wanted to Work With the Wu?!

A document has surfaced online showing Pac's wish list of collaborations included Raekwon, RZA and others.

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Church Group To Protest Bernie Mac's Funeral

A Kansas based group plans to protest Bernie Mac's funeral because "God hates Bernie Mac."

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Video Surfaces Of Mike Jones/Trae Fight

A video of the altercation between Mike Jones and Trae The Truth surfaces after the 3rd Annual Ozone Awards.

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B.G. Talks New Album, Hot Boys Reunion

B.G. speaks about the possible reunion of the Hot Boys and his upcoming T.I. executive produced album.

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Jay-Z Speaks On Blueprint 3, Personal Life & Live Nation Deal

Jay-Z addresses the rumors surrounding Blueprint 3, if he's married to Beyonce and if his Live Nation deal is "falling apart."

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Rick Ross Speaks on Street Credibility

In an interview with Don Diva, Rick Ross further responds to his critics, saying all you see and hear from him is real.

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Activist/Filmmaker Sounds Off On Holding the Indusry Accountable

Byron Hurt, director of Hip Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes talks about the changes the industry has gone through since his film premiered in 2007.

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Hip Hop Brushes Ludacris/Obama Controversy Off Its Shoulders

After representatives from the Obama campaign denounced Ludacris' "Politics," few in Hip Hop are upset over the Illinois Senator's decision.

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NY Oil - Hood Treason

While Hood Treason (Deluxe Edition) is long winded at times--and probably better off as a single CD--NY Oil delivers a solid album for fans longing for Hip Hop with some substance.

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United States Government Apologizes For Slavery?

After 400 years of slavery and decades of Jim Crow, the United States government is making moves to apologize to African Americans for past injustices.