Game already working on "R.E.D." follow-up

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Initially, Game intended to retire following the release of his third studio album, L.A.X. Game had completed his contract with Geffen Records, but had to return to Interscope Records. Before his move to Geffen, Game was signed to Interscope. The Compton rapper still owed Interscope two more albums.

Early in 2009, Game began working on The R.E.D. Album and planned to release it before the end of the year. As he was completing the album, Game and Dr. Dre reunited. Soon, Game returned to Aftermath Entertainment and Dr. Dre delayed the album so he could work on it.

The R.E.D. Album was delayed until a 2011 release date. Game said he would record one more album after this. On his current hit single, "Pot of Gold," he said he would "give Interscope two more albums" and then he was done for good. Only weeks after the release of the video, Game announced he would sign to Cash Money Records after he was done at Interscope Records.

Barely done with The R.E.D. Album, Game has already teamed up with 1500 Or Nothin' Mars to begin working on his fifth studio album. Game said this fifth album will be his final album. More than likely, Game means this will be his final Interscope album, as he will have delivered "two more albums" to the label at that point.

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Jadakiss talks long-delayed L.O.X. album

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Fans are beginning to compare the long-awaited third studio album from The L.O.X. to Dr. Dre's Detox. For well over a decade, fans have been waiting on Dr. Dre to release his third album. The L.O.X. acknowledge their album has been in the works for a long time, but they reminded fans it has not been twelve years.

Recently, Jadakiss opened up about the new album. The Yonkers rapper said label negotiaions have held up the release. Despite being with Interscope Records for years, The L.O.X. have gone to different labels for their new album. Jadakiss said they have held discussions with J Records, Geffen Records, and Atlantic Records.

Jadakiss said label negotaions are holding up the release of the album, not proscratination. Despite not having a label to release the album, Jadakiss said he was confident the album would soon be coming. He feels one of the labels they have spoken with will soon agree to release the third studio album from The L.O.X.

Two years have passed since Jadakiss announced his own fifth studio album, Top 5 Dead or Alive.

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Game headed to Cash Money Records after Interscope deal is up

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The past week has been very eventful for Game. He quickly released a new Jay-Z diss record. The Jay-Z diss was followed by plenty of commentary. Revisiting his feud with 50 Cent, Game said he inspired the "Uncle Otis" diss. Earlier today, the video for his new single, "Pot of Gold," was released.

Game has always maintained a strong relationship with the various members of Cash Money. But, in recent years, Cash Money has been the hottest record label in the game. Now, Game is making plans of teaming up with them. Last year, Game abandoned his role with Geffen Records to return to Aftermath Entertainment.

In his "Pot of Gold" single, Game said he owes Interscope two more albums. But, in the song, Game says he will retire following the two albums. This morning, Game changed those plans and said he will be signing with Cash Money Records when he is done with his contract at Interscope Records. If he does indeed sign with Cash Money Records, he will join an all-star cast.

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Game sets "The R.E.D. Album" up for August release

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Initially, Game planned to retire upon releasing L.A.X. Feeling he had done all he could with the rap game, the Compton rapper was moving on. But, his contract with Geffen Records demanded he release one more album.

In order to honor his contract, Game began recording a new album in 2009. Game announced the title for this album as The R.E.D. Album. The release date was initially set for a late 2009 release, but the album would soon be sidetracked.

Game was ready to move on with his career, giving up on a Dr. Dre reunion and focusing on music. But, things changed when he actually reunited with Dr. Dre. The result of this was Game signing back with the Aftermath label and Dre working on the album.

Due to Dr. Dre's input, the album has been held up for nearly two years. But, Game promised fans he would be releasing The R.E.D. Album before the end of 2011. Recently, he scheduled the album for an August releast date. This will make it an even three years since Game last released a studio album.

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Snoop Dogg is mentoring the New West

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The West Coast has fallen off from its heyday during the mid-to-late 1990s. But, Snoop Dogg has remained hot, even in the drought. Snoop Dogg has often talked about using his position to help out the new West Coast artists trying to break into the game.

In 2009, Snoop Dogg left Geffen Records for a new deal with Priority Records. Through this deal, Snoop landed full distribution for his Doggystyle label. Snoop Dogg also landed an executive role with the label. It is his job to scout new talent and sign them.

For nearly two years, Snoop Dogg has been working hard at rebuilding the label. With new artists from the West rising every day, Snoop Dogg has been steadily building. He said he is teaching the new artists the ends and outs of the game on different levels. Snoop Dogg has also lent his name to these new artists, recording on their tracks and promoting for them.

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Game's "The R.E.D. Album" approved by Interscope Records

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Two years ago, Game announced he was back in the studio after announcing his retirement following L.A.X. Game intended to finish his contract with Geffen Records and move on with his career. He named his album, The R.E.D. Album and planned to release it 2009, as it was the start of the second phase of his career.

Game has spent the majority of his career focusing on the negative things. Immediately following the release of his debut album, Game began feuding with 50 Cent. Despite being signed to the same label, the two could not get along. Dr. Dre, Game's mentor, was forced to make a choice and he chose 50 Cent.

Because of this, Game was hurt and he wanted more than anything to reunite with Dr. Dre.

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