Posted 10/14/11 8:11 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Birthdays, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Tennessee’s native son Usher Raymond, who began his outstanding career as a teen heartthrob, is having a big day – but this time, it isn’t related to his music. Today, the handsome singer and entertainer is celebrating his 33rd birthday. Read More...
Posted 10/11/11 2:53 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Birthdays, Interviews, Music News
Pioneering female rapper Lana “MC Lyte” Moorer has led the charge as a fresh and distinctive voice in the male-dominated genre of Hip Hop in the 80s while also remaining a living inspiration to newer icons such as Nicki Minaj and fellow Brooklyn native Lil’ Kim. Today (October 11), the longtime rap veteran celebrates her 40th birthday, reaching yet another milestone in the midst her storied and ongoing career.
A pre-teen Lyte began writing raps at age 12, eventually releasing her first single in the old school classic “I Cram To Understand U (Sam)” on her father’s Nat Robinson’s First Priority label. The younger sister of Brooklyn duo Milk Dee and Gizmo of the Audio Two got plenty of assistance from her brothers on her 1988 debut album Lyte As A Rock. Although the album hit a peak of 50 on the Top R&B/Hip Hop charts, the record is largely considered a classic by many. Read More...
Posted 10/10/11 7:52 am EST by MTV News in Birthdays, Interviews, Music News
By Rob Markman
ATLANTA-- It was a family affair at Club Primal in Atlanta on Saturday (October 1) as members of Lil Wayne's Young Money camp came out to celebrate Lil Chuckees 16-year birthday party.
The Swag 16 as it was cleverly dubbed by Young Money President Mack Maine was one of the many after parties in the city that hosted the 2011 BET Hip-Hop Awards and while Wayne himself didn't make it out there was plenty of love in the room. Read More...
Posted 10/3/11 9:13 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Birthdays, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
Lyrical titans Black Thought and Talib Kweli, former collaborators on tracks past, both share a bond outside of music by sharing a very special day. The Philadelphia Roots band front man and Brooklyn bomber both celebrate birthdays today (October 3). Read More...
Posted 9/28/11 7:54 am EST by MTV News in Birthdays, Interviews, Music News
Drinks in the air for the Snowman. Today Atlanta trap star Young Jeezy celebrates his 34th born day. One of Georgia's finest will party up the big day with a host of family and close friends at an undisclosed location in the A. Later this week the "Ballin' " rapper will officially celebrate his birthday setting off the fireworks for the annual BET Hip-Hop Awards taking place in his hometown. The birthday bash is expected to draw a handful of A-list celebrities at hotspot Club Mansion similar to his past shindigs during the awards weekend. Read More...
Posted 9/14/11 2:37 am EST by MTV News in Birthdays, Interviews, Music News
By Rahman J. Dukes
Happy birthday to Queensbridge rap hero Nas who celebrates his 38th born day today. The hip-hop legend is currently in the midst of a headlining stint on the 2011 "Rock The Bells" tour and recently spoke on his plans for the big day. Read More...
Posted 8/29/11 10:07 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Birthdays, RapFix Influentials
Today (August 29), globally beloved singer and entertainer Michael Jackson would have celebrated his 53rd birthday if not for his untimely and tragic passing in June of 2009. The King of Pop leaves behind a staggering legacy of music and memories spanning his 40-plus years in music. Recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by the Guinness Book of World Records, Jackson has released influential works and introduced dance routines that current entertainers still try their best to respectfully mimic.
Born in Gary, Indiana, in 1958, Jackson’s humble Midwest roots were coupled with the driving force of his musician father Joseph corralling Michael and his brothers – collectively known as musical troupe The Jackson 5 – into the entertainment business, although as later revealed through interviews, Michael’s relationship with his father was strained amid allegations of physical and verbal abuse. However, Jackson would go on to credit his father for much of his musical success. Read More...
Posted 8/4/11 10:28 am EST by D.L. Chandler in Birthdays, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are
President Barack Obama, already a historic figure and extremely accomplished, has hit yet another epic milestone as the commander-in-chief celebrates his 50th birthday today.
Imagine birthday shopping for the President of the United States. For his wife, the regal First Lady Mrs. Michelle Obama, that must be quite a task to shop for the leader of the most powerful country in the world. Perhaps the first lady could pre-order a copy of the President's favorite rapper Jay-Z and Kanye West's upcoming album Watch The Throne album or maybe add Lil Wayne's Tha Carter IV to add to his iPod? In the past, the President has confirmed that he has a little of Jay-Z and other rappers on his playlist. Read More...
Posted 8/1/11 10:05 am EST by MTV News in Birthdays, Interviews, Music News
So much for ballin' on your born day. A rep for Soulja Boy has put the kibosh on reports that his 21 year old client purchased a private jet for over $30 million dollars as a special birthday gift to himself at the end of last week.
"The elaborate rumors circulating about Soulja Boy purchasing a jet for his 21st birthday are grossly over exaggerated" publicist Greg Miller told TMZ flat out calling the reports "not true." Read More...
Posted 7/20/11 3:38 pm EST by D.L. Chandler in Birthdays, Music News
Today, Houston legend and inventor of the “Chopped and Screwed” technique DJ Screw would have been 40 years old today if not for his tragic passing in November of 2000. The beloved DJ, nicknamed “The Originator” for inventing the “screw” sound, achieved posthumous fame after Houston’s rap scene began to flourish shortly after his death. With over 240 “chapters” of his infamous “screw-tapes” made available after his passing, DJ Screw and his lasting legacy continues to grow and expanding far beyond regional fame.
The reportedly reclusive disc jockey born Robert Earl Davis shied away from the spotlight, opting to work behind the scenes and crafting his sound. Forming the Screwed Up Click in the early 90s, Screw would work with future notables such as Lil Flip, Lil’ Keke, Big Hawk, Z-RO and Fat Pat. With several other members of the Click, Screw would craft his “screw-tapes” featuring the crew with much of the team’s success happening within Houston. Acts such as South Park Mexican and legendary duo UGK are counted as close affiliates of DJ Screw and his extended family. Read More...
