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Raphael C. Heaggans, Niagara University assistant professor of teacher education, was influenced by activists like gifted speaker Fannie Lou Hamer, civil rights vice chairwoman of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, beaten in jail during her mission to ensure that everyone could vote.
Ja Rule hits Sydney for one show date only
Posted on June 24 2009 Ja Rule, the talented artist & actor is one of the most successful rappers of all time.
Though he would later struggle with the nature of his fame as well as market expectations, 50 Cent endured substantial obstacles throughout his young yet remarkably dramatic life before becoming the most discussed figure in rap, if not pop music in general, circa 2003.
Tia Kemp is G-Unit , to make a long story short. So while G-Unit puts out her tell all book will Rick Ross become the new JaRule? You know when that whole thing with JaRule was going on I had a lot to say about the extent that 50 cent would go through to destroy someone else's career.
Blackchild Talks Debut, Jam Master Jay
Blackchild was an instrumental artist in helping Murder Inc develop a brand at the top of the decade.
Ja Rule - T.I. & Ja Rule Join Walk to End Gang Violence
Caption: Ja Rule Picture visits the Laguna Beach Jeans showroom Los Angeles, California .... Rappers T.I. and JA RULE joined forces on Monday for a New York Peace Walk, to honour two teenagers who were gunned down at the weekend .
Can Irv Gotti Make A Comeback?
It's official, people. Mixtape Daily is here. That's right, daily. Mixtape Monday had a phenomenal run.
Ja Rule wants you to know he's swagnificent. At least that's what the rapper/actor told fans Wednesday night at Mansion.
Ja Rule Says He Isn't Reviving...
Rapper Ja Rule has been keeping somewhat of a low musical profile but he recently jumped on the remix of Rick Ross'"Mafia Music" which also features The Game and Fat Joe.
Ya Heard: 50 Centa s feud with Rick Ross over the top
I've avoided addressing this but the 50 Cent-Rick Ross feud is beginning to get a bit out of hand.
The Hip-Hop Herald 03.12.09 Posted by Patrick Robinson on 03.12.2009 This week, we're wrapping up the Chris Brown saga, details on three new hip-hop movies coming out, Bishop Lamont talks about his future ...
Lil Wayne to face NY gun charges after tour
U.S. rapper Lil Wayne, fresh from winning best rap album at the 2009 Grammy Awards, will face criminal gun possession charges at a trial scheduled to begin April 20, a New York judge said on Tuesday.
Hip Hop Museum Opens in Queens
NEW YORK, NY February 20, 2009 a 'It's often said that hip-hop was born in the Bronx.
Putting Together a Hamburger, a Neighborhood and Hip-Hop
On a nondescript street corner in Hollis, Queens, a small - and quite affordable - burger joint opened recently.
FOOL'S PARADISE: Players, Poseurs and the Culture of Excess in South Beach, by Steven Gaines.
"Look, B, I know Gage is a loose cannon, but that's my man. We've been together since we were, like, six years old.
Though he would later struggle with the nature of his fame as well as market expectations, 50 Cent endured substantial obstacles throughout his young yet remarkably dramatic life before becoming the most ...
The Notorious B.I.G.'s Signature Accessories
The Notorious B.I.G. will forever be known for having astonishing talent and a smooth, lovable demeanor.
For those putting their turntables to good use, local vinyl retailers reveal their bestselling LPs of the year.
'Come Around' by Kritikal - KRT
Biography Matthew Antelmi Patone, a 23 year old New Yorker, who goes by the stage name "Kritikal", has the pop feel of black eye peas and the raspy sing rap style of Ja-Rule. Kritikal has been very busy ...