Red Bull Thre3style Nationals Set to Take Place in Vegas

Red Bull is giving eleven DJs from across the U.S. the chance to compete in the 2011 Red Bull Thre3style National Finals.

Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa Launch Tour In Support Of New Collaborative Album, Film

 Rappers Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa have announced they will hit the road together this December during “The High School Tour.”

Lupe Fiasco Detained At LAX

Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco ran into some issues with authorities at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) yesterday (November 17).

Wu-Tang’s GZA Signs With Babygrande, New Album Coming in 2012

 Legendary Staten Island, New York rapper and co-founder of the Wu-Tang Clan GZA has announced that he has re-signed with Babygrande Records.

Mixtape Review: Gucci Mane’s “Trap Back”

Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, Gucci Mane released his latest project, Trap Back, hosted by DJ Holiday. After a tumultuous 2011, in which he saw more time inside of a psychiatric hospital and jail cell than a studio, the controversial Atlanta rapper attempts to reach out to his core audience with a project that features Jadakiss, 2Chainz, and Future, as well as constant collaborators Waka Flocka Flame, Yo Gotti, and Rocko.

As expected, Trap Back features an exercise in excellent trap production as Lex Luger, Drumma Boy, Zaytoven, Southside, Mike Will Made It, KE on the Track, and Sonny Digital provide the sounds. So, production isn’t the issue for Gucci as much as the fact that, within the past year, his personal problems have allowed the rise of other Atlanta artists. Long-time fans will be happy to hear that Gucci Mane seems to be moving in the direction of a successful 2012.

Urban Entertainment Conference MIXSHOWLIVE Takes Over Atlanta; T.I., Big Boi and DTP to Host Events

 Known as a high profile entertainment industry event, The Core DJ’s Retreat is lauded for attracting the biggest names and brands. The almost decade-old retreat has been held in cities around the country, and draws DJs, artists, and tastemakers from around the country to network, build their brands, and promote their artists.

21 Questions with Big Meech: AllHipHop.com’s EXCLUSIVE Two-Part Interview

Big Meech was once the biggest cocaine kingpin in America. The United States government alleged in his notorious 2005 indictment that the Black Mafia Family (BMF) had generated over $270 million in drug sales. In fact, in addition to his incarceration, Meech has been ordered to repay $270 million, virtually guaranteeing that he will never earn an income from his infamy.

He’s now incarcerated under a 23-hour lockdown. Unable to have phone calls or visits until early 2013. However, he does receive dozens of letters regularly. And he answers them.