"Watch the Throne" not coming on July 4

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Late last year, only months after Kanye West released his comeback album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, it was announced that West would collaborate with Jay-Z on an album. Within a month, their first single, "H.A.M.," was released.

Initially, it seemed as if Kanye West and Jay-Z were quickly putting the album together. The first two songs from the album, Watch the Throne, was out and the rappers took over a hotel room to record. But, their schedules soon caused them to stop recording.

Following the "H.A.M." single, Watch the Throne was pretty much forgotten. Jay-Z was back in headlines for his business ventures and Kanye West for his romantic woes. However, a few weeks ago, it was reported that Watch the Throne would come out on July 4. Before summer, Jay-Z and Kanye West began recording again and reports say the album is complete.

However, a representative from VH1 said the album will not be released on July 4.