Former Fugees Face Flak
Its been a hard week for former members of The Fugees. First, Lauryn Hill triggered a wave of internet backlash after a video surfaced of her lecturing and eventually removing a fan from a Chicago concert. Apparently he heckled...
Weird Al Wins A Number 1
File this one in the "persistence actually pays off" department - Big congratulations to "Weird Al" Yankovic for his first EVER Number One album...31 YEARS AFTER HIS DEBUT! "Mandatory Fun" sold 104,000 copies in its first week & is...
Busta breaks free of Cash Money
After 2 years, Busta Rhymes has left Cash Money Records. The reason? (or at least the statement he's giving to the public) Creative differences. We here at Insomniac believe that Busta is a unique artist who has to follow...
Just The Factz: Mickey’s “740 Park Avenue” is a Hit!
REVIEW: MICKEY FACTZ - 740 PARK AVENUE(MIXTAPE)
Mickey Factz has always been one of the most underrated emcees in the world of hip hop. With the release of his powerful mixtape, "740 Park Avenue," Mr. Factz better be prepared for...
99 Problems was Ice-T’s First One
Ice-T recently spoke out about Jay-Z "appropriating" his concept for "99 Problems" in an interview on radio.com. Apparently, Brother Marquis of the 2 Live Crew made the comment, "Man, I got 99 problems, but a bitch ain't one," after...
Ma$e Murders Mass
Ma$e has reportedly severed ties with churches he led in Atlanta and Phoenix to focus on rap full time. Already stirring up anger with followers after divorcing his wife, Ma$e plans to push things even further by returning to...
Unreleased Earl
Earl Sweatshirt is hands down one of the best lyricists on the scene today. His entire Odd Future crew display enough talent and charisma to keep us involved and entertained for years to come. A throwback track("Rats") from the...
Your Old Droog picks up New Listeners
Every era in hip hop has its own "mystery rapper," who emerges from out of nowhere with a distinctive and engaging style but no video or public appearances to support him. Back in the late 90's, early 2000's, we...
Compton Casting Call draws Criticism
A transcript of a casting call for F. Gary Gray's upcoming N.W.A. biopic, "Straight Outta Compton," was leaked online by the Gawker website and immediately drew criticism. The call sheet by Sande Allesi Casting mentioned that it was looking...
Alexandra to play Aaliyah
Nickelodeon actress, Alexandra Shipp has signed on to play Aaliyah in the upcoming Lifetime biopic. Talk show host, Wendy Williams and Emmy nominated producer, Debra Martin Chase will serve as executive producers for the project. Alexandra is stepping in...
