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DJ Whoo Kid Announces That 50 Cent Is Now A Partner In RadioPlanet.TV
G-Unit's stake in Rap dot-com's continue, as Whoo Kid reveals that 50 is backing his popular website.
The Roots To Play The College Of William & Mary's Charter Day
W&M honors a tradition dating back hundreds of years by bringing ?uestlove, Black Thought and the gang down to Williamsburg in February.
Triple C's Torch Readies Solo Debut "U.F.O." For February 14 On Maybach Music
Rick Ross' Bronx protege will get the opportunity to show the world his individual side.
Cali Swag District's "Teach Me How To Dougie" Reaches Platinum Status
The viral dance hit crosses a million, as the Capitol Records outfit approaches their debut.
Wiz Khalifa's "Black & Yellow" Reaches Gold Status
The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania/Steelers Nation anthem sells 500,000 copies, according to Wiz.
Redman Revisits "Dare Iz A Darkside" And Talks Gilla House, Saukrates
Exclusive: Redman explains why he's opting to make a sequel to his third LP in lieu of his second, and how "Reggie" was born as a mixtape during "Blackout! 2"
Curren$y, Freddie Gibbs, Aloe Blacc & More Perform For L-R-G, Ticket Giveaway
HipHopDX readers get a chance to check out the annual L-R-G Christmas show on December 15 in New York City.
Mayer Hawthorne To Work With Snoop Dogg On Sophomore Album
Stones Throw's sensation will return to some of his Rap roots on his next album, with a '60s Pop sound also driving the way.
Blaq Poet Reveals New Album "Blaq Poet Society"
UPDATE: Screwball's Blaq Poet scores guest appearances from Chino XL, R.A. The Rugged Man and Vinnie Paz, as well as production from Stu Bangas and Vanderslice.
DJ Premier Reveals That He's Helping Guru's Son Learn To Deejay
Exclusive: Gang Starr lives on, as Premier tells HipHopDX about carrying on the legacy, and how the Gang Starr Foundation was personally invited to Guru's funeral, where he spoke about his partner.
Tech N9ne Gets Pizza Named After Him In Missouri Pizzeria
The King of Darkness has a meat-lovers pizza named after him in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
The Roots Score Kerry Washington Film, "Night Catches Us", Black Thought Stars
The Illadelph Roots crew will score the film shot in the city's Germantown section, which Black Thought also stars in.
Fat Joe Praises Tech N9ne, Says He Could Be One Of Richest Rappers On Earth
Joey Crack is the latest Rap star to acknowledge Tech N9ne, 11 years after the "Thicker Than Water" soundtrack look.
Eminem's "Recovery" Named iTunes' Best-Selling Album Of 2010
With over 5.5 million worldwide copies sold, Em's "Recovery" set a milestone in the 2010 year.
Gorillaz Debating Continuing The Band After This Year
After three acclaimed studio albums, the Rap-loving animated band considers their future.
Too Short Says That He Wants To Be The Oldest Active Rapper
Twenty five years ago, Too Short named his debut album "Don't Stop Rappin'," and after a few retirement pauses, he hasn't since.
Freddie Gibbs Says Hi-Tek, Ski Beatz, Jim Jonsin To Produce "Baby-Faced Killer"
Gangsta Gibbs lets some light on his full-length debut, and says that too many rappers make songs for "soccer moms," as he credits Yukmouth & The Luniz for keeping it real and mainstream.
Death Row Records To Release Debut LP From Dr. Dre Protege Sam Sneed
UPDATE #2: Dr. Dre will be featured on the album from the veteran Pittsburgh producer/emcee. Tracklisting revealed.
Dr. Dre Says He Sold His Record Collection, And Reveals What He Kept
In VIBE's cover-story outtakes, Dr. Dre reveals that he parted ways with his 80,000 records, but spoke on what he decided to keep.
Ras Kass' "A.D.I.D.A.S." To Be Formally Distributed Through Fat Beats
UPDATE: The CD is available before year's end, according to Amazon.
Spike Lee Releases "Do The Right Thing" Book
One of Hip Hop's favorite flicks comes to a book with photographs, interviews, and a look at cultural impact, including a role in the President and First Lady's love.
