Havoc discusses turning G-Unit Records down

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

In 2005, Mobb Deep signed with G-Unit Records, only months after hanging out with Game. Upon signing with G-Unit, the duo inherited G-Unit's feud with Game. Before the end of the year, they appeared on 50 Cent's "Outta Control (remix)." In the video, Mobb Deep donned the "Game Over" t-shirts.

Despite the fast start with G-Unit, being featured on a top ten hit with the label, they quickly fell off. Mobb Deep released one album through the label, Blood Money, which flopped. In the time since then, Prodigy has had a stint in prison. During that time, Interscope Records forced 50 Cent to drop the duo.

Last year, 50 Cent terminated G-Unit's deal with Interscope and has signed a number of artists. When Prodigy came out of prison, he said Mobb Deep may return to G-Unit. Recently, however, it was revealed the duo would sign a distribution deal with RED Distribution. The duo is preparing to release an EP before the end of this year.

With a new deal in place and new music on the way, Havoc took the time to explain why Mobb Deep ultimately decided not to return to G-Unit Records. After talking to 50 Cent, Havoc said Mobb Deep is still cool with 50 Cent. However, at this stage in their career, they need to have full creative control. At G-Unit, they would have freedom, but not the freedom they need. Because of this, Mobb Deep has decided to solely focus on Infamous Records, thus landing the distribution deal with RED.

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Mobb Deep working on First Album in Five Years

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Prodigy hit the ground running and has major plans for not only his own career, but also Mobb Deep. The last time the duo released an album was in 2006. Mobb Deep released their first and last G-Unit album, Blood Money.

In an interview with AllHipHop.com, Prodigy said everday, he and Havoc are working on new music. At the rate they have been working, all of their tracks are full of energy. Prodigy said their next album would not be less than a classic.

During the downtime, Havoc has still been working. Working with Eminem landed him a Grammy. The two were so successful that Eminem decided to have him work on his new project with Royce da 5'9.

Havoc has also done work with Ludacris and will be in contact with 50 Cent about working on his next project.

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