Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story Apr 9, 2008
Director: Jake Kasdan. Cast: John C. Reilly, Jenna Fischer, Tim Meadows, Kristen Wiig. (PopMatters)
Q & A with rapper and collaborator Styles P Apr 3, 2008
Rapper Styles P has been a part of the rap industry for more than 15 years doing solo work and collaborating with big name rappers like Akon and Ghostface Killah. Right before Styles P took the stage at the Schine Underground Wednesday night, he took the time to answer a few questions about his lyrics, fellow rappers and current events. (Daily Orange, NY)
Matter of style Apr 2, 2008
Styles P has collaborated on other major rappers' albums like Ghostface Killah, Jadakiss and Akon. His latest album "Super Gangster, Extraordinary Gentleman" was released in December 2007. (Daily Orange, NY)
This List for March 23, 2008 Mar 23, 2008
Jackson recruited some impressive participants for Music Club : Joss Stone, Richie Sambora, Mariah Carey, Ghostface Killah and others. But almost none of them are showcased. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Rapper Styles P headlines final Bandersnatch concert Mar 18, 2008
In the past, Styles P has worked with some of the biggest names in the hip-hop world, including Ghostface Killah, DMX and Akon. "Our first show was the first seated show since (Co-Director of Concerts) Sterling Proffer was the president," Holley said. (Daily Orange, NY)
The Breeders Mar 10, 2008
Considering everything theyve been through, from the highs of tremendous college-rock stardom, debilitating addiction and the subsequent collapse of their band and their lives, the Deal sisters candor is delightfully disconcerting. But no, there she is on the line from her home just outside Dayton, cheerfully chattering in her raspy, rapid-fire cadence about the struggles she and her sister/Pixies bassist Kim have weathered, rattling off (attention, stalkers) precise geographical details... (AOL Music Canada)
Bigger than BIG? Mar 9, 2008
Fans voice choice for greatest rapper of them all. By Lauren Carter Sunday, March 9, 2008 - Updated 9h ago Text size. (Boston Herald)
Flo Rida Makes It Nine Straight Atop Hot 100 Feb 22, 2008
Grammy queen Amy Winehouse re-enters the Hot 100 with "You Know I'm No Good" featuring Ghostface Killah at No. 77. The cut, which peaked at No. 78 in March 2007, sold 28,000 downloads and has now been re-serviced to top 40 radio. (MediaWeek.com)
The Daily Break Feb 15, 2008
- Holy Ghostface Killah. - Shepherd's Pie. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Michael Jackson's Thriller turns 25 Feb 12, 2008
One of this year's hottest up-and-coming rappers Rhymefest has even issued an underground mixtape Man in the Mirror, filled with Rhymefest and friends, including Ghostface Killah and Talib Kweli, rhyming over Jackson's music. Jackson's influence moves beyond hip-hop as well. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
DJs Graham Funke and StoneRokk Feb 8, 2008
"The Ghostface Killah poster was a dead giveaway," Funke said. Stone estimated he owns more than 400 pairs of sneakers. (Boston Globe)
Ready to explode Feb 5, 2008
The group is on the cusp of further acclaim by curating the forthcoming All Tomorrows Parties festival in England in May, playing live and also inviting diverse acts like De La Soul, Dinosaur Jr, Battles, Four Tet and Ghostface Killah. For more info on the band, visit or. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
'Ghostface Killah' murders competition Jan 22, 2008
Ghostface Killah' murders competition - Culture ... Ghostface Killah' murders competition ... "Ghostface Killah" knows how to write a good lyric. (University News, MO)
Flirting with nostalgia Jan 14, 2008
Yes, most of the remaining octet - down one since the passing of Ol' Dirty Bastard in 2004 - plus a couple of friends got a chance to shine on the microphone, but there wasn't enough time devoted to the endlessly innovative Ghostface Killah. When he wasn't center stage Ghostface vacillated between full shimmying engagement with his comrades - GZA, U-God, Raekwon, Masta Killa, and a raspy sounding Inspectah Deck - and hanging almost in the wings at the side of the stage. (Boston Globe)
1/4: Wu-Tang Clan Dec 31, 2007
The group features such big names as Method Man, Ghostface Killah and Raekwon. Formed in 1991, Wu-Tang had platinum albums in 1993 and 1997, Enter the Wu-Tang and Grammy-nominated Wu-Tang Forever. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Ghostface Killah, Thursday have new CDs Dec 29, 2007
Ethan Miller / Getty Images fileRapper Ghostface Killah is releasing his third album, "The Big Doe Rehab." ... NEW YORK - Ghostface Killah, The Big Doe RehabEven while the Wu-Tang Clan was most active, Ghostface Killah was quietly establishing himself as one of the wickedest, least predictable MCs of this era. (MSNBC -- Music)
Nine Inch Nails, Wyclef Jean have new CDs Dec 29, 2007
Ghostface Killah, Thursday have new CDs. Add Album reviews headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- Music)
Jay-Z Stepping Down As Def Jam President/CEO Dec 25, 2007
Ghostface Killah, Method Man and even his own Roc-A-Fella artists Beanie Sigel, Memphis Bleek and the Young Gunz all had difficulties getting their latest projects off the ground. A lot of the problems Def Jam releases have experienced could be attributed to meager marketing and promotion. (MTV.com)
Selig step down? Forget about it Dec 22, 2007
Arcade Fire Neon Bible, Arctic Monkeys Favorite Worse Nightmare, Band of Horses Cease to Begin, Bright Eyes Cassadaga, Dinosaur Jr. Beyond, El-P I ll Sleep When You re Dead, Feist The Reminder, Ghostface Killah The Big Doe Rehab. Grinderman Grinderman, Jason Isbell Sirens in the Ditch, Kings of Leon Because of the Times, Waylon Jennings Nashville Rebel box set, M.I.A. Kala, The National Boxer, Okkervil River The Stage Names, Radiohead In Rainbows, Josh Ritter The Historical Conquests of Josh... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'Dewey Cox' plugged Dec 22, 2007
Some big-name performers also lend credibility to the sendup Jack White of the White Stripes portrays Elvis, and Lyle Lovett, Jewel, Jackson Browne and rap star Ghostface Killah have cameos doing Dewey's Walk Hard. Even Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder presents Dewey with a lifetime achievement award. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Rock spoof 'Walk Hard' gets laughs despite itself Dec 22, 2007
Someone had the genius notion to cast Jack Black as a fatuous Paul McCartney, and Eddie Vedder, Jewel, Ghostface Killah and the Temptations all play themselves. As for Reilly: His schnauzer looks and gonzo attitude lend plenty of comic zip, although he sometimes seems to be playing Will Ferrell playing Dewey Cox (there are two separate scenes of him running through the streets in underwear or less, shades of Old School ). (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Javy a no-risk signing; best CDs of 2007 Dec 19, 2007
Ghostface Killah The Big Doe Rehab. Grinderman Grinderman. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Perfecting the good bad song for Walk Hard Dec 18, 2007
Opening Friday, the original music of Walk Hard spans decades of pop styles, from the innocent 50s (Take My Hand) to Ghostface Killah (on stage with Jackson Browne, Jewel and Lyle Lovett in a tribute version of Walk Hard). There was a lot of debate about how funny the songs should be, Apatow said. (MSNBC -- News)
Vampires arise Dec 14, 2007
Cover Story Music scenesters Nav Sangha and Chris Harper bet the bank theyre right about Wrongbar Music Feature Andy Butler connects the classics with contemporary club sounds Shows that rocked Toronto last week Music Feature Chitlin-circuit R takes a detour Music Feature AKA Nostalgia 77 Music Feature College kids suck the life out of soukous Vibes Team Canada take on the planet My Week in the Clubs Music Club Spotlight Local player Talking Toronto This week's must-see shows A weekly dig... (Now Toronto)
Wu-Tang Clan CD is missing more than ODB Dec 11, 2007
In addition to the eight remaining brothers in rhyme - RZA, GZA, Method Man, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa - adjunct member Cappadonna and nine special guests, including George Clinton and Erykah Badu, appear on "Diagrams.". It's impressive that the original members, all of whom now have successful solo careers, managed to regroup, but only a few have something interesting to say or impart a sense of urgency. (Boston Globe)
Wu-Tang Clan Dec 8, 2007
Group member Ghostface Killah went on record to complain that its release clashed with his own Big Doe Rehab release ... Ghostface Killah Aka: Tony Starks, Ironman, The Wally Champ Ghostface's unique lyrical style has seen him become the most critically feted of all Wu-Tang members, with 2000's Supreme Clientele a career high. (Guardian Unlimited)
Alexis Petridis Dec 7, 2007
Next, Ghostface Killah - whose 2006 album Fishscale was easily the most acclaimed recent Wu-Tang product - complained bitterly that 8 Diagrams was being released on the same day as his new solo album. Then Raekwon weighed in, claiming the rest of the Wu-Tang were so horrified by 8 Diagrams that they were planning on releasing a rival album without RZA. He also alleged financial irregularities. (Guardian Unlimited)
Ghostface Killah Takes Cash Addicts To The Big Doe Rehab, Talks Wu-Tang Infighting Dec 5, 2007
Ghostface Killah (Photo: MTV News). It's the type of detox center that Whitney Houston, Pookie from "New Jack City," Lindsay, Britney, Paris or even Amy Winehouse wouldn't be ashamed to get treated at: Ghostface Killah's Doe Rehab. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Ghostface maintains his lofty perch Dec 4, 2007
A year ago during an interview, Ghostface Killah made light of his advanced age by saying he would soon start rapping about his iced-out cane. By hip-hop standards, the Wu-Tang Clansman qualifies for a senior discount on his samples. (Boston Globe)
Those are the breaks Dec 4, 2007
His abstract, genre-hopping style has smoothed out tracks from artists like MF DOOM, Ghostface Killah, De La Soul, and Talib Kweli, among many others. Also performing is Stones Throw Records label head Peanut Butter Wolf, one of the pioneers in the rebirth of the '90s hip-hop DJ movement with records like "Peanut Butter Breaks." 18+ 7 p.m. $18. (Boston Globe)
FACING A FRIENDLY GHOST Dec 4, 2007
December 4, 2007 -- GHOSTFACE Killah doesn't spend his time lounging on yachts off St. Tropez, starring in reality shows, dating famous chicks, opening nightclubs or starting clothing lines ... "It was a nice title that I came up with one day in the middle of the night, when I was resting," says Ghostface Killah, who was born Dennis Coles. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Ghostface Thinking 'Big' With Albums, Book Dec 1, 2007
Ghostface Killah barely let the dust settle after his 2006 double-shot of "Fishscale" and "More Fish" before starting work on his new "The Big Doe Rehab," due Tuesday (Dec. 4) via Def Jam. (Billboard.com)
Wu-Tang Clan's RZA Insists Infighting 'Evaporates' When Crew Is Together Nov 29, 2007
Two of the group's most vocal, flamboyant and popular members, and Ghostface Killah, have accused the RZA of mismanaging the group's money and creative malpractice. Rae told New York radio personality Miss Info that he and the crew craved more street-oriented beats on the new album, 8 Diagrams. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Bran Van back for more Nov 24, 2007
Globe and Mail Update. November 23, 2007 at 10:13 PM EST. (Globe and Mail)
Ghostface Killah's Iron Man Obsession Lands Him A Cameo In Upcoming Comic Book Flick Nov 20, 2007
Ghostface Killah (MTV News) ... surprising yet fitting move, Ghostface Killah who goes by the hip-hop nickname Tony Starks and named his 1996 debut Iron Man has a role in the. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Entertainment Calendar Nov 15, 2007
Ghostface Killah, Rakim, Brother Ali, all backed by The Rhythm Roots All-Stars, 10 p.m. doors Nov. 18, 35; Jonathan Davis of Korn in an acoustic performance and Godhead, Nov. 19, 35; The Pietasters with The Slackers, Westbound Train, Lionize, Nov. 21, 15; Nightclub 9:30, 815 V St. N.W., Washington, D.C.; tickets, 703-218-6500 (D.C. Metro Area) or 800-955-5566. Visit for additional concerts and times. (Carroll County Times)
It's a wild wacky world of celebrities Nov 11, 2007
Wu-Tang Clan's Ghostface Killah doll is available for purchase after two years of anticipation (theghostfacedoll. com). (Florida Times-Union)
Raekwon Airs Wu-Tang Clan Beefs Nov 9, 2007
Ghostface Killah also expressed frustration with the Wu-Tang operation last month, claiming he was asked to delay the Dec. 4 release of his new album, "The Big Doe Rehab," so the Wu-Tang album could come out that day instead. He added he hadn't been paid his share for touring with Wu-Tang this summer. (Billboard.com)
Ghostface Killah Doll: The Coolest Piece Of Wu-Tang Clan Merchandise Ever? Nov 9, 2007
com : News : Ghostface Killah Doll: The Coolest Piece Of Wu-Tang Clan Merchandise Ever ... Ghostface Killah Doll: The Coolest Piece Of Wu-Tang Clan Merchandise Ever ... Ghostface Killah Doll (Photo: 4Cast). (VHI.com -- Music News)
Film & TV Conference: Reilly Does Cox For 'Walk Hard' Nov 2, 2007
some kisses,' we knew we'd found our duet," Kasdan said. "Walk Hard" features cameos from artists like Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder, the White Stripes' Jack White and Ghostface Killah, which Apatow said helped "to create a credible world. " Apatow even wrote some lyrics with Ghostface, which he describes as "as uncomfortable a moment as you could imagine for me. (Billboard.com)
Hip Hop Live Nov 1, 2007
Performers: Rakim, Ghostface Killah, Brother Ali, the Rhythm Roots All Stars ... Much of the audience had come to support Ghostface Killah, whose solo albums have garnered well-deserved critical praise over the past decade. (Variety)
Music festival Oct 29, 2007
A few stages over, the 10-piece Rhythm Roots Allstars warmed up the stage for their set with Ghostface Killah (of Wu-Tang Clan fame) through a couple of Latin-tinged numbers that included a six-man percussion solo. By the time Ghostface took the stage, a sizable crowd had accumulated, many wearing Rage Against the Machine T-shirts in anticipation of the night's headlining act. (USA Today)
Styles P Preps 'Supa' Solo CD, Lox Reunion Disc Oct 24, 2007
Other collaborators on the album include Akon, Ghostface Killah, the Roots' Black Thought, Ray J and Max B. Styles plans to play some live shows to support the release. As for the LOX, Styles says the trio is working on a new album -- its first since "We Are the Streets" in 2000 -- for release in the second or third quarter of 2008, after Sheek Louch drops his solo album in the first quarter. (Billboard.com)
Wu-Tang Clan and Steve Rifkind Together Again with Loud Records Release of The 8 Diagrams, December 4, Marking 15th Anniversary Oct 16, 2007
"This is the perfect time for us to get back together, the stars are aligned," says the band's founder, the RZA, who started the group with GZA and the late Ol' Dirty Bastard, adding six other members from Brooklyn and Staten Island; Method Man, Raekwon the Chef, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa and U-God. "What a thrill to be able to work with Wu-Tang again," enthused Rifkind, who broke such acts as David Banner and more recently, Akon, into multi-platinum sellers on his SRC label. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Supernatural performance from Ghostface and Witchdoctor Oct 5, 2007
For rap fans, it wasn't a bad way to spend a Wednesday night at UNH. On their collegiate tour, set up by Cartoon Network's Adult Swim and SCOPE, Wu-Tang Clan standout Ghostface Killah, opening act Witchdoctor and some assorted friends served up new favorites and old classics during their performance to a sold-out crowd in the MUB's Granite State Room. A few technical difficulties marred an otherwise admirable performance from Killah, but for the most part members of the 600-strong audience... (The New Hampshire, NH)
Walla walla, bing bang: Witchdoctor comes to UNH Oct 2, 2007
On Wednesday he'll be opening up for Ghostface Killah in the sold-out Granite State Room at UNH, on a tour put on by Cartoon Network's adult swim ... He was then asked to open up for Ghostface Killah on a cross-country collegiate tour this month, starting out yesterday in SUNY and ending at the University of New Mexico on Oct 19 ... Catch Witchdoctor opening for Ghostface Killah at a free show for students in the Granite State Room on Wednesday, Oct 3. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Adult Swim Backs College Hip-Hop Tour Sep 21, 2007
Net, In Concert With Helio, Support 12-Campus Ghostface Killah Trek. -- Multichannel News, 9/19/2007 7:48:00 AM. (Multichannel News)
Adult Swim Presents First Nationwide Concert Tours Sep 15, 2007
On October 1, a 12-campus hip-hop tour begins with a concert at the State University of New York campus in Albany, featuring Ghostface Killah and Witchdoctor ... Headlining the hip-hop tour is Ghostface Killah (Def Jam) ... Also known as Dennis Coles, Ghostface Killah rose to fame as a member of the Wu-Tang Clan hip hop collective. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Record producer sues 50 Cent, Lil Kim Sep 14, 2007
It was one of the hottest tracks on that album, and I didnt collect my royalties, said Evans, who calls himself Phantom of the Beat and says he has worked for rap acts Busta Rhymes, Wu-Tang Clan and Ghostface Killah. Slide show. (MSNBC -- News)
50 Cent, Lil' Kimsued over royalties Sep 14, 2007
"It was one of the hottest tracks on that album, and I didn't collect my royalties," said Evans, who calls himself "Phantom of the Beat" and says he has worked for rap acts Busta Rhymes, Wu-Tang Clan and Ghostface Killah. Rotten Apple Records lawyer Theodore Sedlmayr, speaking for the company and 50 Cent, said the late royalty problems arose because Evans put a large sample of someone else's music in "Magic Stick" and the segment had to be licensed and paid for. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Wu-Tang Inspired By Beatles, Clinton, ODB On New Album Sep 8, 2007
Ghostface Killah will also be on the road in October and November with the Hip Hop Live. Tour, featuring Rakim, Brother Ali and the Rhythm Roots All Stars. (MediaWeek.com)
Worn Free Shirts Outfit TV's Entourage; Hot Rock Tees on HBO Star Grenier Part of Apparel Company's Ever-Widening Appeal Aug 24, 2007
Worn Free co-hosted a booth with Virgin Megastore at California's literally hot Coachella festival last May, and artists like Amy Winehouse, Ghostface Killah, Stephen Marley, Rufus Wainwright, DJ Shadow and others showed up to do signings. Celebrity shirt sightings and kindred developments are chronicled faithfully on the irreverent Worn Free blog, which can be found at. (Internet News Bureau)
Method Man pleads guilty to pot possession Aug 20, 2007
also reports that Method Man has been in the studio working on the long-anticipated new joint from The Wu-Tang Clan, 8 Diagrams, which will reportedly feature eight of the original Clan members Method Man, RZA, GZA, Ghostface Killah, Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck, U-God, and Raekwon. Method Man has appeared on CSI, The Wire, and in How High, Garden State, Soul Plane, and others. (Actress Archives)
Music: Wu-Tang Clan's swords at the ready Aug 17, 2007
For a group that always seemed on the verge of collapse - Method Man stars in HBO's "The Wire," Ghostface Killah co-stars in the upcoming "Iron Man" movie, RZA is a film-music composer ("Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai"), and nearly everyone has solo CD projects - all this activity is a little surprising. Though GZA (aka The Genius) says he wasn't at all shocked to find himself working with his old comrades again for their first group studio disc since 2001. (Juneau Empire)
Mark Ronson Calls Protege Wale A Cross Between Lil Wayne, Lupe Fiasco And Nas Aug 17, 2007
Hoping to follow in the footsteps of past Ronson collaborators like Ghostface Killah and Ol' Dirty Bastard, Wale passed up a deal with Epic Records in favor of Ronson's Allido Records. And the rest is history. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Wu-Tang Returns Aug 12, 2007
While RZA opines that "hip-hop is unbalanced," he believes its course can be righted by Wu-Tang's "killa beez": GZA (also known as Genius), Method Man (or Johnny Blaze), Raekwon (also called the Chef), Ghostface Killah (or Tony Starks), Inspectah Deck (Rebel INS), Cappadonna (Cappuccino Don) U-God (Golden Arms) and the mysterious Masta Killa. "To come back around," RZA says, "it means music's crying for us.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Lovett Living 'Large' On First CD In Four Years... Aug 4, 2007
Asked to explain the unusual album title, Lovett says, "The name of the band was always sort of a double-meaning thing. It's my way of saying, 'I'm not trying to do legit big band,' but it hints at it. And there are 36 people on the road every day right now, so it's larger than ever. That was the intent of the name originally, but people still invariably will refer to it as 'the big band,' and people invariably are asking me, 'Are you touring with your big band?' I always just say, 'Yes, we... (Billboard.com)
Wu-Tang good for hip-hop Aug 2, 2007
Although some members of the group don't have the star power of hip-hop gods RZA, Method Man and Ghostface Killah, the allure of the Wu-Tang Clan has always been the rappers' rapport amongst each other. Their records stand out like the Showtime Lakers, knowing exactly where everyone else on the court stands at any given time. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Moshing with the all-ages set Aug 1, 2007
Ghostface Killah at the Varsity Theater, July 24, 2007. St. Vincent at the 7th Street Entry Tuesday, July 24, 2007. (City Pages)
Rage Against The Machine Get Political, Wu-Tang Get Crowd Involved At Rock The Bells NYC Stop Jul 31, 2007
" Redman came out to join Meth on "Da Rockwilder," while Ghostface Killah took the spotlight on "Fish. " The Wu ended with a full-team effort: "Triumph. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Ghostface Killah heats up the Varsity Jul 28, 2007
Ghostface Killah / Varsity Theater / July 24, 2007 ... If it's physically possible to be simultaneously amped and fatigued, Ghostface Killah proved that the former can eventually overcome the latter ... Ghostface Killah at the Varsity Theater, July 24, 2007. (City Pages)
A Backstage Look at the Raw Beginnings of Hip Hop's Biggest Event: Rock the Bells Jul 28, 2007
Artist profiles including Redman, Eyedea + Abilities, Sage Francis, Dilated People, Cappadonna, Ghostface Killah, GZA, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killah, Method Man, RZA, Buddha Monk and Silkski. Deleted scenes. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Concert Highlights for the Week of July 25 - July 31 Jul 25, 2007
Ghostface Killah Varsity Theater Though the Wu-Tang is coming to town as a unit for the Rock the Bells tour next month, the Scion Live Metro series has given Shaolin disciples plenty of hot live-band-backed solo bills from various Clan members in the past year or so, including memorable shows from Raekwon and the GZA. Now it's time for the most buzzed-about member to hit the Varsity: Ghostface is still running strong on the tank that his Fishscale/More Fish-boosted 2006 filled to overflowing,... (City Pages)
Rage, Daft Punk, QOTSA, Shins Set For Vegoose Fest Jul 24, 2007
The Vegoose lineup will be rounded out by Cypress Hill, Public Enemy, Ghostface Killah, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Battles, Umphree's McGee, UNKLE, Gogol Bordello, Blonde Redhead, Thievery Corporation and Ghostland Observatory. As in past years, the event will also encompass the Vegoose at Night concert series, comprising separately ticketed shows at venues throughout Las Vegas. (MediaWeek.com)
Sonic Youth, GZA, Slint Kick Off Pitchfork Fest Jul 15, 2007
GZA raised the energy level considerably with his delivery of the 1995 East Coast hip-hop staple "Liquid Swords." Having missed a Wu-Tang show in Amsterdam to make it in time for his Pitchfork set, the rapper was flanked by fellow Wu member Ghostface Killah for abbreviated versions of most of the album tracks. There were also samplings of Wu-Tang tracks like "Triumph," from the album "Wu-Tang Forever." "It was a very free spirited performance," Ghostface said afterward. (MediaWeek.com)
