Max B goes after Joe Budden for BET Cypher line

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Hip hop fans and critics have all seemed to favor the Shady Records 2.0 cypher at the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards. They have been crowned the favorite for various reasons. However, not everyone was impressed.

During Joe Budden's verse, he mentioned Max B, poking fun at what landed him in prison. Budden's line said: "She’s so bad I make her hit the telly from a taxi and dead her in that Holiday Inn, learned that from Max B."

Max B finally caught wind of this and has taken to his Twitter, responding saying his Wave Gang needs to get him.

Check out Max B's Twitter post below:

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Slaughterhouse previews "Who's The Illest" track [VIDEO]

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

When Slaughterhouse signed with Shady Records, Eminem told them to continue doing what they do. Usually, when independent artists get signed by a major label, they are forced to change. But, Eminem was never forced to change and he does not force his artists to change.

Slaughterhouse has been working on their Shady Records debut, second overall, since signing with the label. The group, which consists of Joe Budden, Royce da 5'9, Joell Ortiz, and Crooked I, recently completed "Who's The Illest."

Currently, Slaughterhouse is in Atlanta, where they previewed the song.

Watch the preview of "Who's The Illest" by Slaughterhouse below:

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Slaughterhouse talks chemistry with Eminem

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Recently, MTV News spoke with Slaughterhouse, asking them what life is like on Shady Records. Easily, Eminem is one of the most creative rappers in the game. Working for him seems like fun on the outside looking in.

According to the members of Slaughterhouse, Eminem takes a back seat and allows them to work. The four men said Eminem told them to record their new album the same way they recorded their last one. They even said Eminem acts more like a fan when he comes in.

Royce da 5'9, Eminem's longtime collaborator, said he told them they do not need him on the track to make a hit, as they already gained acclaim on their own. Joe Budden said it is easy to forget Eminem is one of the dopest rappers in the game when he is in the studio. While the recording process is in full swing for the group, there is no set release date for the Slaughterhouse album.

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Grafh ft. Joe Budden and Shalone - "It's Just Music"

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Sikai ft. Joe Budden - "Only Love Me"

Sikai has been working hard to break into the game. He received a major break when he landed Joe Budden for "Only Love Me." The song is a cut off his Painkillers and Energy Drinks mixtape.

Listen to "Only Love Me" by Sikai ft. Joe Budden below:

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Joe Budden denies "Monster" title for Slaughterhouse album

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Much speculation has surrounded Slaughterhouse since their inception. A number of the hottest rappers in the game united to put together a supergroup. Joe Budden, a rapper known for his issues with 50 Cent, was a part of the group. Eminem still signed the group to Shady Records.

From who was going to be in the group to what label they were going to sign with, Slaughterhouse has been in the news. Upon making things official with Shady, there have been many rumors about the name of their album. The group released their debut album in 2009 through an independent label.

There have been rumors of the album being named Monster. The rumors have been going on for some time. Joe Budden recently spoke out, denying the title of the album even being chosen yet. Budden questioned why people would even think they would name their album Monster. Sometime during the summer season, an official album title will be released.

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Crooked I talks future of West Coast hip hop

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Even though he is a part of Slaughterhouse, Crooked I is still very much a part of the West Coast hip hop scene. Much like the other veterans, he is looking at the future of the West Coast. Not many successful rappers have come from the West, outside of Game. He and Snoop Dogg are the only consistent rappers out West.

Crooked I's career was supposed to have taken off years ago, but it never happened. First, he was recruited by Suge Knight to help revive his Death Row label. After leaving Death Row, Crooked I linked up with Irv Gotti for the launch of Murder Inc. West. Much like his venture with Death Row, this did not work out, either.

Returning to the mixtape scene, Crooked I became involved with rappers Royce da 5'9, Joe Budden, and Joell Ortiz and they became Slaughterhouse. Soon, Eminem began working with them and promised to sign the four men to his Shady Records label. Now, with his career finally on the right track, Crooked I can look towards the future of his coast.

Crooked I likes the music from Odd Future and he thinks they have a chance at redefining the game. He has been to a few of their performances and he loves the way they rock a crowd. Crooked I believes Alternative acts such as Odd Future, Pav Div, Kendrick Lamar, Dom Kennedy, Blu, and Horseshoe Gang will help bring the West Coast back to prominence.

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Crooked I happy Benzino ended feud with Slaughterhouse

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

It came as a surprise to many when Eminem signed Slaughterhouse to his Shady Records. The group consists of Royce da 5'9, Joell Ortiz, Joe Budden, and Crooked I. Eminem had a longstanding feud with Royce, Joell Ortiz had been signed to Aftermath, but left after he said his album was mishandled by Dr. Dre, and Crooked I was an associate of Murder Inc.

Benzino has been very vocal of Eminem for nearly ten years. He has found various reasons to continue attacking Eminem. When he learned of Slaughterhouse signing with Shady, Benzino immediately blasted them. But, after listening to their music, Benzino changed his tone and gave them credit. He also extended an olive branch to Eminem and the group.

Crooked I had not heard anything about this until SOHH.com informed him about the statement. While he did not say he accepted the truce, Crooked I said he was glad Benzino has finally moved on with his life. Crooked I did say he is the type of person who likes to work out differences, however, and he would love to meet up with Benzino and officially end their feud.

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Royce Da 5'9 and Joell Ortiz discuss Slaughterhouse

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

With Slaughterhouse finally being signed to a record deal, fans are excited. Despite the super-team finally being created, some people fear of them coming out too soft. Many times, super-pairings, do not turn out as expected.

Slaughterhouse is only the latest in attempts of many rappers to come together. In 1997, The Firm, which consisted of Nas, AZ, Foxy Brown, and Cormega, released their debut album. As if the teaming was not major enough, The Firm's album was produced by Dr. Dre and released through Aftermath Entertainment.

The Firm's album flopped, only going platinum, when some expected the record to outsell Thriller. But, with the new Slaughterhouse group, no one is expecting major record sales. Instead, fans are expecting a lyrical warpath with Joell Ortiz, Royce Da 5'9, Joe Budden, and Crooked I. For all of those beginning to have doubts, Royce Da 5'9 and Joell Ortiz recently discussed the group's next release. The two said their music will bring about the return of lyricism to hip hop and will help cement Shady Records as a true hip hop label.

Shady Records has been struggling outside of Eminem for the past few years, but Slaughterhouse promises to provide more hits for the label.

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Slaughterhouse EP track listing Revealed

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Finally signed to Shady Records, Slaughterhouse is ready to give the fans what they want. The only issue the group has is that they have joined a crowded label. Eminem told the crew to begin working on their album.

While the members of Slaughterhouse would love to put together an album, it could take months before the promotion could begin. Not wanting to make fans wait, the crew is releasing an EP. The track listing for the EP has already been released.

Slaughterhouse will be featuring Dres and The L.O.X. on their EP.

Track Listing

1. "Back on the Scene" featuring Dres
2. "Sun Doobie"
3. "Everybody Down"
4. "Put Some Money on It (remix)" featuring The L.O.X.
5. "Fight Club (remix)"
6. "Move On (remix)" featuring Iffy

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Saigon wants to work with Joe Budden

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Two years ago, Saigon and Joe Budden were stuck in the same position. Both rappers were waiting to release their albums and frustration was building. The rappers had worked together once, but they soon began feuding with each other.

For months, Saigon and Joe Budden traded disses with each other. In the midst of their high-profile feud, the rappers came close to calling truces. Despite the truces, they still managed to re-ignite their feud.

But, their latest truce is real as the two have recorded for the same record label. Now, Saigon is finally getting to release his long-awaited debut album. Currently, he is looking for collaborators on the album.

Among the top of his list is his former rival, Joe Budden.

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Redman discusses State of New Jersey rap

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The New Jersey hip hop scene has been under the shadow of New York hip hop ever since the start. The few New Jersey artists who have made it, blended in with the New York rap scene. Redman has always represented New Jersey, but the casual fan would mistake him for a New York rapper.

While Red has all of the love in the world for New York hip hop, he wants his own people to show up. There are only two rappers actively holding New Jersey down. Redman is one of them and the other one is Joe Budden. While Redman is enjoying the music, he thinks they need some help.

Recently, Redman posted a "Help Wanted" sign online asking of some New Jersey rappers to step their game up. Redman said there is plenty of room for more New Jersey rappers. While there are some rappers from New Jersey, the rap market there is not taken seriously and it is often merged into New York rap. Redman wants this to change and for New Jersey to be taken seriously in its own right.

Redman wants all of the New Jersey rappers out there to go ahead and get noticed to they can help put the state on the map.

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Saigon and Joe Budden team up for New Track

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

A few years ago, Saigon and Joe Budden managed to keep themselves relevant while waiting to release their albums. The rappers engaged in a feud that was highly publicized. Along the way, there were multiple truces that were broken. Followers of the rappers assumed their latest would not be any different.

But, Saigon has decided to make their truce official by recording with his former enemy. With his album, The Greatest Story Never Told, finally coming, Saigon is finally happy. He is so happy that he has invited Joe Budden to record on the album with him. Budden quickly agreed.

The former rap rivals have teamed up for a track entitled "Bring it Down." Saigon admitted he was always a fan of Joe Budden even while they were feuding. He said it is great to work with hot rappers and it is good for hip hop for former rivals to come together and make music. Saigon later compared rap to sports.

Saigon compared their collaboration to LeBron James joining Dwyane Wade in Miami. He said he knows it feels a lot better for these guys to pass the ball to each other than it does to battle each other. Sai said he sure knows it feels better to share a mic with Joe than it did battling him. In the time since their truce, Saigon has worked with Ransom, Joe Budden's other rival. After working with him, Saigon said "fuck Joe Budden," but later came out and shouted out Slaughterhouse. Now the truce is official.

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Joe Budden discusses Upcoming Projects

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Joe Budden close to Shady Records deal

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

For over a year, Joe Budden has been involved with Eminem and Shady Records through Slaughterhouse. Last year, it was confirmed that they would sign to Shady Records. The group consists of four members, Budden, Crooked I, Royce da 5'9, and Joell Ortiz.

Signing the artists has been difficult as each artist has been in deals with other labels. But, as their contracts have come to a close, they have officially been able to create Slaughterhouse. For the past few months, buzz about the supergroup has been becoming more and more nonexistent.

Right when people have nearly forgotten about the crew, they come with more news. Joe Budden said they are very close to completing the deal with Shady Records. The reason they have been out of the public eye is because each rapper has been getting out of their label deal. Budden said the deal is complicated because there are so many rappers involved.

One reason why they have remained interested in signing with Shady Records has been because of Eminem and his passion for hip hop. Even with his recent run at the top, Budden says Eminem has been 200% involved in everything concerning Slaughterhouse. The deal is expected to be completed sometime this fall and their debut album will come sometime late in 2011.

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Slaughterhouse to Shady Records?

By Mark "D" Thomas
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Rampant speculation about Slaughterhouse's status has come full tilt, as rumors are increasing rapidly that they have or are about to sign with Eminem's Shady Records. Twitter feeds from members have been leaking out possible clues to whether or not this is coming to life.

The first was Crooked I (@TheRealCrookedI), who wrote, "Jus got great news from @kino1 #MusicIsMyLife I'm bout to celebrate w/ a shot of johnny walker blue.. #Cheers"

Hours later, Joe Budden(@mousebudden) made a similar, seemingly more telling revelation. "UH OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH, DONE DEAL ...... literally (about time too, i miss rapping, lol)"

The posts could mean that Slaughterhouse, comprised of Budden, Crooked I, Royce Da 5'9" and Joell Ortiz, has found a home on Shady Records. Speculation of a forthcoming signing began as soon as as the group was formed, given that it was announced that Eminem and Royce had squashed their very long standing beef . The talk greatly escalated with Slaughterhouse's cameo appearance in the "Forever" video, which highlighted many artists including Em.

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