Lloyd finally responds to Irv Gotti

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Until a few weeks ago, Irv Gotti had been out of the headlines for two years. The last time Irv Gotti made news was when Lloyd was trying to leave Murder Inc. Lloyd announced he had left the label and Irv Gotti said it was not true. Eventually, Lloyd did leave the label and signed with Interscope Records.

During Irv Gotti's interview, he addressed Lloyd, saying he was one person he had no love for. Irv Gotti re-hashed the wounds of 2009 and pointed out Lloyd's frequent G-Unit collaborations. It was apparent, Irv Gotti was highly upset with Lloyd. Ja Rule, however, has performed with Lloyd in the time since then.

Lloyd was well aware of the comments Irv Gotti made about him and he took the time to respond. During an interview on Shade 45 with Sway, Lloyd said he was cool with Irv Gotti's family. He said he does not want to have problems with anyone in the game. Lloyd went on to say he was glad Irv's opinions do not impact his career and that his feelings about him do not impact his life.

Despite all the things Irv Gotti said, Lloyd said he wishes him the best. He said working with 50 Cent was a personal achievement and also said he was thankful for what Irv Gotti did for him, earlier in his career.

Listen to Lloyd's interview with Shade 45 below:

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Wale goes R&B on "Ambition" album

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Following his short time at Interscope Records, Wale decided to leave the label. Rick Ross said he was considering signing Wale to his own Maybach Music label. Not many people took Rick Ross' comments seriously. But, in only a matter of months, Wale became the latest addition to Maybach Music.

Maybach Music, itself, was angling to be signed. After adding a large number of artists to the label, a bidding war took place. Several labels lined up to add Maybach Music to their roster. Birdman made the premature announcement of adding Maybach Music to his already-large, Cash Money Records.

In the end, Rick Ross decided to do business with Warner Bros. and released the label's first album in May. Now, Wale is preparing his second album, Ambition. Coming in less than a month, Wale is working with a number of artists on his new album. Most of these artists are R&B artists, as Wale wants more soul on his new album.

While the "Ambition" track features his Maybach Music label-mates, Rick Ross and Meek Mill, the album features appearances from Ne-Yo, Lloyd, and Miguel. Former rival, Kid Cudi will also be featured on the new album.

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Birdman promises "Like Father, Like Son 2" before 2012

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Immediately following the release of Like Father, Like Son, in 2006, Birdman announced a sequel would be coming. At the time, Lil Wayne was focusing on his Tha Carter III album. The album was then scheduled for a 2007 release and the sequel to the original collaboration album was scheduled for 2008.

However, Lil Wayne soon found himself adding more talent to his own Young Money label. Birdman soon found himself partnering with Rick Ross, among others, and expanding Cash Money. But, even with everything going on, Birdman and Lil Wayne have not forgotten about Like Father, Like Son 2.

Lil Wayne is currently completing Tha Carter IV and once the album is behind him, he will begin working with Birdman. Aside from that album, Wayne also has albums planned with other artists, such as T-Pain, Lloyd, and Drake. He also has more solo albums planned, but Birdman remains confident that Like Father, Like Son 2 will see its official release before the end of 2012.

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Lloyd Banks ft. Lloyd - "Any Girl"

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New Video of the Day: Lloyd Banks ft. Lloyd - "Any Girl"

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