For some reason, The Times of London still calls P. Diddy "Puff Daddy." In any case, P. Diddy is reported to be a potential buyer for one of a small group of West End theaters owned by Andrew Lloyd-Webber. Although the theaters are unprofitable, Mr. Diddy may be considering turning one into an … [Read more...]
Jermaine Dupri: New Prez at Virgin Urban Music
January 24, 2005 By
Jermaine Dupri will head the new Virgin Records Urban Music division and he's bringing So So Def with him. Dupri will be putting all of his talents to work and intends to "do for Virgin what Russell Simmons did 10 years ago, when he moved Def Jam to Island Records." … [Read more...]
Nelson George Waxes Monolithic
January 24, 2005 By
The UK's Observer has a hip hop history piece in which Nelson George reflects on the past and sketches out the widespread influence of hip hop while overstating his theme of the monolithic rap industry followed by Steve Yates on 30 years of hip hop. I really like Nelson George and, perhaps, the … [Read more...]
Goldie Lookin’ Chain, Black Eyed Peas
January 24, 2005 By
Eric Clapton's tsunami aid benefit concert included at least one rap act in the form of Goldie Lookin' Chain. The Black Eyed Peas' Elephunk won the Best International Album award at the NJR Music Awards in Cannes. … [Read more...]
Goodies At No. 1 in the UK
January 24, 2005 By
Ciara's single Goodies featuring Petey Pablo debuted at no. 1 in the UK singles charts. … [Read more...]
