Is Tyler, the Creator the new Eminem?

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last month, Donald Trump made the statement about Mac Miller being the next Eminem. While some pundits took offense, Mac Miller laughed it off. Skin color is the only thing Eminem and newcomer Mac Miller have in common.

Early in his career, Eminem was known for making dark music. Following a battle with drugs, among other things, Eminem changed his music. His last album, Recovery, was Eminem's positive turn. But, he still gets dark from time-to-time.

Tyler, the Creator has been making music for some time. But, he did not truly enter stardom until earlier this year. His single, "Yonkers," has built a cult following over the past few months. With Eminem now making positive music, Tyler, the Creator has filled the void of hip hop's dark rapper.

Growing up, Tyler, the Creator looked up to Eminem for inspiration. Recently, the two rappers met while overseas. Fans are hoping for a collaboration between the two artists, as Eminem has collaborated with a number of newcomers. But, for the most part, Eminem is making more Recovery-style music and the dark market has been filled by Tyler, the Creator. With Tyler, the Creator emerging, is he, instead of Mac Miller, the next Eminem, style-wise?

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Eminem wins Grammy Award for 'Best Rap Album'

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

In the days leading up to the Grammys, Eminem had to prepare for his performances. Despite being the most-popular rapper last year, the Detroit rapper did not think he would win any awards. Em's biggest focus before the Grammys was getting Dr. Dre to perform with him.

Only a few days before the Grammys, Dr. Dre announced he would be performing. The Dr. Dre performance was his first in nearly twelve years. Fans of the legendary producer were excited to see him return to form. Despite the big Dr. Dre comeback, the focus was on Eminem.

Grammy night ended up being major for Eminem. While he felt as if he was going to lose, the fans did not. Eminem's Recovery album was viewed as his comeback effort. It was chosen by many as the best rap album of 2010. The officers of the Grammys felt the same way, as Eminem won a Grammy for 'Best Rap Album' for Recovery.

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Eminem expecting Major Losses on Grammy night

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

There is no doubting Eminem's lyrical ability and there is no doubting his popularity. In the past, Eminem has had very successful years. Most notably, his big years were 1999, 2002, and 2004. Despite not selling as many records, Eminem topped this feat in 2010.

Eminem nearly single-handedly dominated the rap game last year and has been awarded for it. With the Grammys coming up, he is nominated for several awards. Because of the year Eminem has had, many expect him to sweep the Grammys. However, Eminem has different feelings.

Even with all of his success in 2010, Eminem feels as if he will not win big at the Grammys. Instead of a big win, Eminem is expecting a major loss. Recently, his label-mate, Royce da 5'9, asked him about his performance at the Grammys. Unlike many other artists, Eminem was not worried and it was because he feels as if he will lose at the end of the night.

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Eminem makes $1 million off Super Bowl ad

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last year was incredible for Eminem, as he proved to all of his doubters that he could still dominate. The Detroit rapper scored two number one hits and three anthems after releasing only three singles. Initially, he fought with his label over the concept of his album, in the end they both won.

Eminem sold over 2 million copies of Recovery and dominated the year of 2010. Early in the New Year, Eminem is still one of the most popular rappers in the game. It is currently unclear if he will be releasing a new album, but he has expanded the roster of his label.

Recently, Eminem landed a new business venture that will pay him $1 million. Eminem will be helping Lipton Tea during the Super Bowl. The company has paid Eminem $1 million to star in their ad, which will air during the Super Bowl next week. Eminem will be playing the role of a claymation figure and he will be providing his voice.

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Eminem to perform at 53rd Annual Grammy Awards

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last year, Eminem proved pulling off a successful comeback was possible. Even with high record sales with Relapse, many people said Eminem had fallen off. His 2009 album was not met with high reviews. The hit single, "We Made You," was panned by critics.

In the spring of 2010, Eminem returned with "Not Afraid." With one single, Eminem regained the respect of the entire rap community. The run would continue following the release of his album, Recovery. Following "Not Afraid," his Rihanna-assisted single, "Love The Way You Lie," also topped the charts.

Eminem's incredible year has not gone unnoticed by the awards ceremonies. The most important award show has invited Eminem to perform. The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards has added Em to their performance lineup. Not only is Eminem slated to perform, he is also nominated for three individual awards, Best Rap Song, Song of the Year, and Best Rap Album.

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Hip Hop Vibe's Artist of the Year: Eminem

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Eminem has been dominant for years, but he has never had a year quite like 2010. Last year, Eminem returned from a five-year hiatus and went platinum, but was still written off. Critics panned his singles, "Crack a Bottle" and "We Made You." They said he waited too long to make his comeback.

As if things could not get any worse for the rapper, he had a small dispute with Interscope Records over his album title. For 2010, Em wanted to record Relapse 2. But, they did not like the idea since he was a real recovering addict. Instead, Eminem was rushed into recovery, which led to Recovery.

When the spring came, Eminem released the inspiring lead single from the album, "Not Afraid." For the first time in his career, Eminem was not angry, not sober, and serious. He promised he would get better for those who cared for him and he even admitted Relapse was not his best album. The song debuted on top of the Billboard Hot 100.

In the middle of the summer, Eminem was on top of the charts with "Not Afraid" and he released the second single from Recovery, "Love The Way You Lie." As "Not Afriad" slipped, Eminem's Rihanna-assisted follow-up rose to the top of the charts. The song still gained significant airplay well into the fall of 2010 and still receives moderate radio play as the year is coming to a close. Eminem is currently dominating the winter season with his Lil Wayne-assisted single, "No Love."

Eminem has had years in which his albums sold more records and he has been the best-selling rapper years before. But, on the hip hop scene, Eminem has usually had to fight against other heavyweights. However, this year, Eminem defeated all of his competition. Lackluster years from Lil Wayne, T.I., and Kanye West left the game in the hands of Eminem. The fans loved the fact that Eminem was able to reinvent himself and still come with his traditional style.

Because of his dominance, Eminem has been selected as Hip Hop Vibe's Artist of the Year for 2010.

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Eminem to release New Album in 2010?

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

This year, Eminem solidified himself to an audience of new hip hop fans with his comeback album, Recovery. When he initially came back last year, Em promised to return with two albums. But, his label felt he should pace himself and the waiting paid off.

Eminem only made plans to release one album this year, but the producer of "Love The Way You Lie" says another album will be released before Christmas. Alex da Kid, the British producer said new Eminem music will be coming.

Last year, to keep his promise to fans of releasing two albums, Eminem released Relapse: Refill. The album was a sequel, of sorts, to his original Relapse album. An additional seven songs were added to the original album and he may have plans of doing something similar.

There is no set release date, but Alex da Kid said the album will be released before Christmas.

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Eminem talks "Recovery" and Fame

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Throughout his career, Eminem has been one of the most-popular rappers with an eccentric personality. Despite his popularity and his personality, he is a very private person. Following the release of his debut album, he told the world his true feelings on "The Way I Am."

Tired of the spotlight, Eminem took a break from the game following the release of his 2004 album. For the next five years, new rappers came and went while the world forgot about Eminem. But, when the year 2009 arrived, Eminem came back.

Having been away, he missed the rush of the game and he missed his fans. In 2009, he released Relapse, but it was not one of his best albums. Acknowledging his slip-up, Eminem returned this year with his Recovery album.

Recovery has been hailed as a classic and has become the top-selling album of 2010. He has dominated the radio with his anthems, "Not Afraid," "Love The Way You Lie," and "No Love." Now, Eminem is back in the spotlight the way he was ten years ago. Older and wiser, he knows how to handle things better and he is glad to be back on top.

Despite being grateful for being back on top of the game, Eminem does not like the fact that he gave up his personal life in order to take the game back. Em said the fame has really taken away from his personal life and he would love to have that back. During his time off, Eminem was free to roam as he pleased because he was out of the public eye, back in it, he is having trouble doing the things he enjoys doing.

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Eminem talks Lil Wayne and possible "Recovery" tour

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Only three years ago, Lil Wayne was establishing himself as the hottest rapper in the game. Despite being the biggest name in the game, Wayne wanted to work with other big names. The number one rapper on his list was Eminem. Each time Wayne tried to reach out to Eminem, he was met with no reply.

After Tha Carter III went triple platinum, things changed for Weezy as Eminem returned his call. During the summer of 2009, Wayne was able to officially sign Drake and Drake was able to land a collaboration with Eminem. While "Forever" was Drake's song, it was the first to feature both Wayne and Eminem.

The first Lil Wayne/Eminem collaboration came earlier this year on the Rebirth album in the form of "Drop the World." The result was the biggest single off the album. Realizing the two have chemistry, Em decided to invite Wayne to record on his Recovery album. Currently, their single, "No Love," is heating up the radio waves. The song is heating up right as Lil Wayne is preparing to come out of prison.

Eminem is very excited to see Lil Wayne come out of prison. Having been caged up since March, Eminem is excited to see what Wayne will come up with. Even though he was behind bars, Lil Wayne came out with his ninth studio album, I Am Not a Human Being last month. Now that he is free and with Carter on the brain, Em hopes he can finally jump on one of Lil Wayne's Carter albums. Outside of his work with Lil Wayne, there is the possibility of a tour for Recovery.

As it currently stands, Eminem does have a few shows he is putting on. However, the Detroit rapper does not have any plans to put together a full tour. Because he has been steadily moving since he began the promotion for Relapse, Eminem will not push himself as much in between albums. Later this year, Eminem is rumored to be going back into the studio to record his eighth studio album.

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Eminem deserves "Hottest Rapper in the Game" title

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Many critics have spoken out against MTV voting Eminem as the hottest rapper in the game for 2010. But, Eminem has been the most consistent voice in hip hop this year. The year of 2010 has been a bust, as far as hip hop is concerned. Major comebacks were expected from T.I. and J. Cole's debut album has yet to come.

Despite a strong effort with Thank Me Later, Drake has not been able to keep up. Yes, "Over" was a hit early this spring, but the song did not carry over into the summer. While "Find Your Love" charted high, it did not have the staying power and the radio play of the singles from Eminem. During each stage of the year, an Eminem song has dominated the radio.

At the very beginning of the year, Eminem was getting airplay due to the "Drop the World" single off Lil Wayne's Rebirth. Ironically, this single would end up being the biggest single off the Rebirth album. Late in the spring, Eminem returned with his own single, "Not Afraid," which debuted on top of the charts and stayed in the rotation until late in the summer. At one point, Eminem was dominating with two singles, "Not Afraid" and "Love The Way You Lie." The run Eminem has experienced this year is similar to Lil Wayne's dominance back in 2008.

Eminem has put the work in and his music is still dominating, as "Love The Way You Lie" is still receiving major radio play and Em's new single "No Love," with Lil Wayne, is rising the charts quickly. While other rappers have had a little bit of buzz, not even Lil Wayne's I Am Not a Human Being has been enough to take the focus away from Eminem. After the mixed response to his 2009 comeback effort, Relapse, Eminem spoke from the heart and he put together Recovery. With this album, Eminem planned to dominate the year of 2010 and he did just that.

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Eminem in Europe, promoting "Recovery"

Finally out of Relapse, Eminem is ready to make a full recovery. His initial plan of releasing Relapse 2 was changed by Interscope Records. The material he had for the album was scrapped and Eminem began recording a new album. Because of the legacy he has built in the game, any album Eminem makes will at least go platinum.

Ever since November, there has been discussions of the new album from Eminem. New music from Recovery came towards the end of April. In an effort to promote this new music, Eminem delivered freestyles over the top songs on the radio. He would cover "Over" and "Beamer, Benz, or Bentley."

The song, "Not Afraid," was released on April 30 and it has gone on to top the Billboard Hot 100. With the song blowing up across the nation, the label, Interscope, is trying to get the album out. Now, they have decided to send Eminem to Eurpoe to promote the album overseas. He has a strong following in Europe, so he should sell well.

Eminem is expected to release Recovery on June 22, 2010 through Shady Records and Interscope Records.

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