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Fresh off the Return of the PLK mixtape. (C) 2010 G-Unit Records.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Young Buck wants off G-Unit Records
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
It was often said no one repped G-Unit as hard as Young Buck did and it was true for the most part. Each new feud started by his former boss, 50 Cent, Buck joined in. When DJ Khaled started his anti-G-Unit campaign, Young Buck went against Khaled. But, that would be the end of the line for G-Unit and Young Buck.
Behind the scenes, friction was building, even then, but it was more apparent one year later. Starting in the spring of 2008, the feud was blatant. Young Buck was blasting G-Unit every chance he got and even teamed up with Game. Realizing he would not get off the label by force, he tried flattery.
Young Buck played into 50 Cent's hands and the result was the diss record, "So Disrespectful," in which he dissed multiple rappers. Following the diss record, Buck hit back earlier this year, but has been low-key for the most part. He has made headline news with his financial troubles and the taunts from 50 Cent. Recently, Young Buck decided to address all of this and said all he wants is out.
For four years, Young Buck experienced great memories with G-Unit Records, but for the past three years, it has been nothing but hardache. Due to this, Young Buck is demanding his release from G-Unit. Read more...
Monday, August 9, 2010
Fat Joe ignores 50 Cent, praises New Album
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Fat Joe has spent his entire career as one of the top ten rappers as far as radio play goes. Having been in the game for seventeen years, he has proven himself as a hitmaker. But, when people discuss the best rappers of the 1990s and 200s, they mention Jay-Z and Nas, hits usually are credited to Ja Rule and Jay-Z.
Despite all his accomplishments, Fat Joe has never held the number one spot. Due to his age, it appears as if he will never have a run on the top. His feud with 50 Cent does not do much to help matters, either. For years, 50 Cent has been a thorn in his side, but he has used his internet popularity to lampoon Fat Joe.
Before his feud with 50 Cent, Fat Joe was well-respected in the hip hop game and now he is viewed as a joke. This was reflected in the sales of his last album. Embarrassed, Fat Joe went to work on his most-recent album, The Darkside, Vol. 1. Hoping to finally solidify himself, Fat Joe lost the nice guy image to return to the hardcore music that landed him the initial deal with Relativity Records.
Even with 50 Cent breathing down his neck, Fat Joe is confident in his album. Having made millions in the rap game, Fat Joe could care less about how much his album sells. But, having been in the game for seventeen years, Fat Joe is hoping the album will be well-recieved. Despite logging more years than the likes of Jay-Z and Nas, he has still yet to cross that barrier. With this album, Fat Joe feels he has rightfully earned his spot among the greatest of all-time.
While 50 Cent teases Fat Joe about record sales, Joe replies about his latest music, which is recieving just as much hype as the last 50 Cent album. Read more...
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Game releases mixtape in anticipation of new album
Compton, California rapper Game released his new new mixtape Brake Lights at midnight.
According to Game, he is dropping the mixtape to keep his fans hungry as he retools his highly anticipated fourth official release, the R.E.D. Album.
"Brake Lights is an appetizer to the R.E.D. Album. I know a lot of people been waiting on R.E.D., so I wanted to put out something to hold my fans over, while I finish up my album" Game told AllHipHop.com in a statement.
Brake Lights, which was mixed by DJ Skee, will feature production by frequent collaborators Cool & Dre, as well as DJ Toomp, JR Rotem and Rich Skillz.
Guests appearances are made by Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes & Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Shawty Lo, Waka Flocka Flame, Robin Thicke, Akon, Nas and more.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Wyclef looking to be President of Haiti?
Wyclef Jean will be announcing his candidacy for president of Haiti, according to www.allhiphop.com. A source announced that Wyclef will make the announcement August 5th, 2 days prior to the country's August 7th deadline for announcing candidacy. Haiti is the homeland of the rapper.
A few weeks prior, Wyclef had announced to CNN that he had filled out the proper paperwork to run, but was still undecided.
He has been at the forefront of recovery efforts since the devastating earthquake in Haiti last January.
Analysts predict that with his popularity and financial resources, that he would be a clear favorite to win the election. The election is slated to occur on November 28th.
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