Eminem now has a NY judge's approval to continue his copyright violation lawsuit against The Source magazine for publishing parts of controversial recordings of Eminem in his even younger days. For The Source, this whole affair continues to be a combination of self-inflicted beat down and … [Read more...]
Hip Hop Energy Drinks
January 6, 2005 By
With revenues from energy drink Crunk!!! topping $1 million, Lil Jon discusses his involvement with developing and marketing the drink, including naming an album after it, as well as future product plans. In addition to interviewing Lil Jon, Burt Helm also provides an overview of the energy drink … [Read more...]
UCLA Extension Offers Hip Hop Biz Class
January 6, 2005 By
Music industry writer Gary Jackson will again offer his Hip-Hop Music Business course via UCLA Extension. Additional information about the course can be found by going to the UCLA Extension website, entering "Gary Jackson" in the search box and then going to the course. I'd link to it directly but … [Read more...]
John Legend Debuts on Album Charts
January 6, 2005 By
With Eminem on top and various shifts in status among other hip hop albums, John Legend's debut album Get Lifted entered the charts at no. 7. The RnB singer/pianist is one of many artists receiving attention, in part, due to their association with Kanye West. … [Read more...]
Spears to Mold Federline Into Rap Star
January 6, 2005 By
Britney Spears will turn her star power to management beginning with husband Kevin Federline who is now slated for rap stardom. … [Read more...]
