Memphis Bleek explains long Hiatus

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Five years ago, Memphis Bleek announced his takeover of the rap game. The first step in the takeover would be the release of his album, The Process. Over the past five years, the album has missed several release dates. Memphis Bleek recently explained all of this.

Memphis Bleek said he has been steadily working over the past five years. Six years have passed since he last released an actual album. While he has not released an album, Memphis Bleek has released a number of mixtapes. On the New York streets, Bleek is still among the most-popular rappers out.

Last year, Memphis Bleek established a deal for his Get Low imprint with Mass Appeal Entertainment. Memphis Bleek feels it is important to step out of Jay-Z's shadow. Speaking on his album, Bleek said he has been carefully crafting the album so it is his best release possible. Memphis Bleek said the single that gains the most acclaim and radio play will spawn the album.

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Memphis Bleek still working on "The Process"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

For over five years, Memphis Bleek has been trying to create an identity outside of Jay-Z and Roc-A-Fella Records. Ever since the fall of 2006, Bleek has been working on his album, The Process. He has worked with various artists and producers on the album.

Memphis Bleek was scheduled to release the album in 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010. Because of label issues and creative changes, the album has yet to be released. Last year, many Memphis Bleek fans had stopped counting down for the album.

While some fans may have given up on Memphis Bleek, he is still working hard. The Process is still on the way and Memphis Bleek released a new single from the album. The latest single is called "Got Damn, I'm Fly."

Recently, Memphis Bleek released a video for the "Laced Up" single, which will also be released off The Process.

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