If you've read my recent posts, you may notice that some appear rather harsh. That's because I needed to make a few things clear so that I could leave them behind as we enter 2007. But 2006 was a great year for ProHipHop which weathered many storms and now appears to be much stronger for the … [Read more...]
2006′s Unfinished Agenda: Truth, Justice & Diamonds
December 31, 2006 By
Nas - Shine on Em (Blood Diamonds) There are so many things I didn't get to this year that may or may not be addressed in 2007. In particular, I'm disappointed not to have done more with Russell Simmons' Blood Diamond Campaign, though I imagine there's more to come. Note to Russell … [Read more...]
Hip Hop Album Releases for Dec. 29 & Jan. 2: Mos Def, Wonder
December 31, 2006 By
Mos Def - Tru3 Magic For more album cover art, please check out Weekly Hip Hop Albums, a new releases blog or sign up for our free weekly newsletter delivered every Monday with Tuesday's releases. The following new releases are available from Amazon. Mos Def - Tru3 Magic Wonder - Welcome to … [Read more...]
Review: Kenpo iPod Jacket
December 31, 2006 By
After writing about a commercial for the Kenpo iPod jacket I was contacted by a marketing rep and offered a review copy. I accepted a Bonded Fleece Jacket that I've been wearing on occasion and finding it to be a comfortable garment. I tried out the iPod control functions with the help of a … [Read more...]
DJs Passing: DJ Carl Blaze, Eban Doss
December 31, 2006 By
Early this month DJ Carl Blaze was shot multiple times and eventually died on Dec. 23rd. Though Eban Doss passed in less dramatic fashion, Houston So Real notes his passing. … [Read more...]
