The hip-hop world is mourning the loss of a true legend. Nigerian-born artist Chi Modu passed away this week at the age of 54 and leaves a legacy filled with priceless captured rap moments from his camera lens. In remembrance of his iconic shots, here’s 10 looks at just some of the most incredible hip-hop […]
The post Chi Modu: 10 Epic Rap Pics From The Late Hip-Hop Icon appeared first on SOHH.com.
Click Here to Discuss in the Forums
New York rapper Busta Rhymes has reacted to some shocking new of iconic hip-hop photographer Chi Modu dying at the age of 54. The man responsible for legendary pics of legendary rap moguls including 2Pac and Mobb Deep has reportedly passed away. Busta Rhymes Reacts To Hip-Hop Icon’s Death A shocking Instagram post on Chi’s […]
The post Busta Rhymes Reacts To Hip-Hop Icon Chi Modu’s Death appeared first on SOHH.com.
Click Here to Discuss in the Forums
A well known photog from the Hip Hop community has been trying to hawk snowboards bearing the likeness and image of the Notorious B.I.G. is suing the estate of the late Christopher Wallace over a picture he took over two decades ago.
Chi Modu is suing Notorious B.I.G., LLC, claiming that the estate owes him more money for the iconic 1996 pic of Biggie in a Kangol and Coogi sweater in front of NYC’s Twin Towers(RIP).
Modu is seeking $100K a year for the pic, alleging that he was receiving much less from the estate for his work.
Modu has taken classic flicks of other legendary rappers including Snoop Dogg and Tupac Shakur, but the Wallace family has labeled Modu a parasite.
“The person who presses that shutter is the owner,” of the image, Modu said. “As copyright holder, I’m the person with the first right to exploit it. This is a fight for the artist, because artists aren’t earning a living wage.”
The post Hip Hop Photographer Chi Modu Sues The Notorious B.I.G. Estate Over Picture appeared first on The Source.
Click Here to Discuss in the Forums