Showing posts with label styles p. Show all posts
Showing posts with label styles p. Show all posts
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Monday, October 17, 2011
Jadakiss and Styles P - "Running Through the Jungle"
Listen to "Running Through the Jungle" by Jadakiss and Styles P below:
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Sunday, October 16, 2011
Is Rick Ross pushing himself Too Hard?
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Over the past five years, Rick Ross has been delivering new music to the world. Through this period of time, Ross has delivered hits on a frequent basis. All this hard work has paid off, as Rick Ross is considered one of the biggest rappers in the game.
With this title, Rick Ross is constantly in the news, which is how people were able to follow his health over the past few days. Rick Ross, who is currently on tour, suffered a seizure while boarding a plane from his native Florida to Memphis. Determined to perform, he continued his flight.
After sharing a video, which celebrated his recovery, Rick Ross suffered from another seizure. Elise Neal, of "The Hughleys" and "All of Us" fame, who also dated Rick Ross, said he was being pushed too hard. Neal pointed out Rick Ross' age, thirty-five-years-old. Rick Ross' time in the spotlight does not match how long he has truly been in the game. Rick Ross has been rapping ever since 2002, starting his career with Suave House Records. Soon, Ross left the label and joined Slip-N-Slide Records, best-known for boasting Trick Daddy and Trina.
During the early 2000s, Rick Ross had already become a legend in the streets. His music did very well on the street level. In the eyes of many, Rick Ross had already "made it." Rick Ross contributed verses on albums, which were sold around the world, by Trick Daddy and Trina. While all this was great and Rick Ross was a major local rapper, he wanted much more. In 2005, Rick Ross caught the attention of several executives in the industry, including Diddy, Jay-Z, and Irv Gotti. Each mogul wanted to bring Ross in to revive the Southern branch of each of their labels.
In the end, Rick Ross chose to sign with Def Jam and work under Jay-Z's guidance. Before he became one of hip hop's biggest moguls, Jay-Z was the biggest rapper on Def Jam. Not a year went by, between 1997 and 2003, without Jay-Z releasing a new album. Jay-Z advised Rick Ross to do this, in order to keep himself relevant. In 2006, Rick Ross released Port of Miami, through Slip-N-Slide/Def Jam, gaining the attention of the entire hip hop world. However, still Rick Ross was viewed as more of a regional rapper. At this point, it seemed as if Rick Ross had achieved his dreams, being one of Miami's top acts and having fame outside his hometown.
Still, the mission was not complete, as Rick Ross worked to become one of the biggest rappers in the nation, following his Trilla album. During this time, Rick Ross dealt with his album being pushed back in order to make room for Plies. Rick Ross faded into the background for most of 2007, appearing in music videos, primarily. But, Rick Ross soon provided an anthem the world could vibe to, "The Boss," which featured the then-popular, T-Pain. With this buzz, Rick Ross received more invites to all the top networks, gaining regular rotation status on BET, MTV, and other outlets.
Around this time, 50 Cent began taking shots at DJ Khaled, who had been serving as the official DJ for years for Rick Ross. In 2007, DJ Khaled's career took off and he helped Miami become the biggest hip hop scene in the South. For years, 50 Cent and G-Unit had dominated the hip hop scene and now Miami was taking over the game, under Khaled's guidance. 50 Cent had warned Rick Ross about hanging so closely with the movement, which also included Lil Wayne and Birdman. In 2009, Rick Ross shocked the hip hop world when he first dissed 50 Cent.
Surprisingly, Rick Ross was declared the winner against the notorious battle rapper, 50 Cent. In 2010, he took his career to the next level, officially becoming one of the biggest rappers in the game. Rick Ross boasted collaborations with Drake, Styles P, and other power-players in the rap game. While Ross was dominating the game, he still was not viewed as number one, which is what he desperately wanted. At the start of 2011, Rick Ross announced he would be taking the game over. Without a song of his own, Ross was able to do this, being featured on a number of tracks by hip hop's elite.
Perhaps Rick Ross' most impressive feat was adding the number of artists to his Maybach Music imprint without the backing of a major label. A bidding war ensued between several labels and Rick Ross landed a new deal for his label at Warner Bros. Records. After dominating the summer and continuing to push his crew, Maybach Music, Rick Ross began pushing his own new project, God Forgives, I Don't. Since his commercial debut, in 2006, Rick Ross has not taken any time off. Being on the go, consistently, for five years is not good for anyone.
While Rick Ross has achieved the fortune and the fame, he also suffered two seizures in the same day, which obviously is not healthy. Some people can go for years, and continue pushing, but for others it can be a strain. Is Rick Ross pushing himself too hard? Read more...
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Has Rick Ross become 50 Cent?
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
By 2008, it was clear Rick Ross was more than a one hit wonder, but he was on a collision course with 50 Cent. In the months prior, 50 Cent had dissed Lil Wayne and DJ Khaled. His own G-Unit movement was losing its fan base rapidly and the movement led by DJ Khaled was taking over.
DJ Khaled's We The Best movement was not yet a record label, just an assembly of artists. Lil Wayne and Plies were clearly the more popular artists from the group. Rick Ross, at the time, was more of a background figure. However, he had plans of changing the landscape.
The year of 2008 was eventually dominated by Lil Wayne and T.I., but Rick Ross had 2009. 50 Cent was also working on a comeback album and sending more disses towards artists affiliated with DJ Khaled. Early in 2009, Rick Ross released "Mafia Music," which contained a 50 Cent diss, poking fun at his baby mama drama.
The first half of 2009 consisted of Rick Ross and 50 Cent trading disses. 50 Cent, who was having issues with his record label, Interscope Records, boasted of how he would soon take over Def Jam. Once he took over the label, 50 Cent said he would block all moves made by Rick Ross and DJ Khaled. During this period of time, Rick Ross' name was in the headlines every day. Ross used this to his advantage, introducing his group, Triple C's, to the world and his Maybach Music Group.
50 Cent claimed victory in the feud, as did Rick Ross. At the end of the day, Rick Ross won, as his singles gained increasingly more radio play. By 2010, Rick Ross had become the biggest, active rapper in the South, prompting many hip hop publications to ask if Ross had become the "King of the South." One thing was clear, though, Rick Ross was a force to be reckoned with. His summer anthem, "B.M.F.," with Styles P, had taken over urban radio and Ross was on to better things.
Rick Ross promised he would be all over all forms of the media, in 2011, and he has lived up to the promise, with his God Forgives, I Don't album coming right before Christmas 2011. While he does not release diss records, Rick Ross is involved in a beef with Young Jeezy. Rick Ross usually releases a new album every year. Before Rick Ross landed on Def Jam, Young Jeezy did this. Now, Young Jeezy cannot even land a secure release date without something happening.
During a recent interview, Rick Ross was asked if he was behind this and he acted as if he was. When he was feuding with 50 Cent, Rick Ross was against his bullying tactics. During 50 Cent's feud with D-Block, who happened to be his Interscope label-mates, 50 was behind their album delays. Two years after he conquered the giant, has Rick Ross become the monster he set out to destroy? Read more...
Friday, October 7, 2011
Styles P talks Lloyd Banks collaboration [VIDEO]
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
On his Master of Ceremonies album, Styles P officially established himself as the grittiest rapper in the game. He did not accomplish this feat alone, recruiting the likes of Busta Rhymes and Lloyd Banks, among others. Their contributions helped make Styles P's fourth album what it is.
Styles P said he is a fan of Lloyd Banks' music. Long before the feud between their camps, Styles P said he enjoyed Banks' music. However, when the feud began, Styles P did not have the chance to reach out to Lloyd Banks. But, when peace was established, in 2008, he reached out.
During his time in prison, Styles P said he listened to several mixtapes from Lloyd Banks. Listening to Lloyd Banks helped those long days go by a little faster. When he got out of prison, Styles P had the chance to meet Lloyd Banks and said he is really a cool guy. Another cool guy who has worked with Styles P is Rick Ross, who has issues with G-Unit.
Watch Styles P's interview with XXL below:
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Thursday, October 6, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Album Review: Styles P - "Master of Ceremonies"
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
While fans continue to wait on The L.O.X. to release a new album, the members are solo, once again. Yesterday, Styles P released his fourth studio album, Master of Ceremonies. The album is a follow-up to his 2007 album, Super Gangster: Extraordinary Gentleman.
Fresh off the mixtape scene, Styles P enters Master of Ceremonies poised and confident. Teaming with Avery Storm for "How I Fly," the opening track off the album, Styles P flows over a track many owuld never expect him to touch.
Brilliant wordplay and versatility keep Styles P ahead of the game on Master of Ceremonies. Switching from gangster to gentleman is something Styles P masters on his new album. Not many rappers in the game have the ability to switch their styles and still manage to be convincing. While Styles P has a number of collaborations on Master of Ceremonies, the show is never stolen from Styles P.
Master of Ceremonies provides several street anthems and is a classic Styles P album. But, it is clear P has grown as a lyricist, and an overall artist, on his new album. Styles P also unites with the L.O.X. family on two tracks, "Street Shit," with Sheek Louch, and "It's OK" with Jadakiss. Sadly, Styles P did not deliver on a true L.O.X. anthem on the album.
Still, Master of Ceremonies is a must-have album, the first true hardcore, gritty, album of 2011. For those who wanted the "street shit," Styles P truly provides this, with a touch of gentleman sprinkled throughout the album.
Hip Hop Vibe's Rating: 7/10 Read more...
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Styles P ft. Lloyd Banks - "We Don't Play"
Listen to "We Don't Play" by Styles P ft. Lloyd Banks below:
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Album Preview: Styles P - "Master of Ceremonies"
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
At the very beginning of the year, Styles P announced he was working on his first album in four years, Master of Ceremonies. Bits of news about the album have been dropped throughout the year. The album is set to drop on October 4, 2011.
Master of Ceremonies will boast appearances from The L.O.X., Busta Rhymes, Lloyd Banks, Rick Ross, Pharoahe Monch, and Pharrell. The producers for the album will be Warren G, Pete Rock, and Statik Selektah.
Styles P proclaimed he was one of the best rappers of his generation. There are many critics who would agree with him. His previous albums were all met with positive reviews. Given the list of people Styles P has for the album, and his own kill, Master of Ceremonies should be another classic notch under his belt.
Track list
1. "How We Fly" ft. Avery Storm
2. "We Don't Play" ft. Lloyd Banks
3. "I'm a Gee" ft. Rell
4. "Ryde on Da Regular"
5. "Keep the Faith" ft. Aja
6. "Children" ft. Pharoahe Monch
7. "Street Shit" ft. Sheek Louch
8. "Feelings Gone"
9. "Harsh" ft. Rick Ross and Busta Rhymes
10. "It's Ok" ft. Jadakiss
11. "Don't Turn Away" ft. Pharrell
12. "Uh-Ohh" ft. Sheek Louch Read more...
Friday, September 23, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
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