Friday, August 13, 2010
Drake preps New Mixtape and Sophomore Album
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Ever since he landed his record deal, Drake has been working hard to rightfully earn the top spot. Due to his time as an actor on the teen series, "Degrassi," many people wrote Drake off. First, he had to prove he could really rap. After proving it time and time again, Drake has to prove he is going to be around for a while.
Nearly two months after the release of Thank Me Later, Drake is already back in the lab. Not only is he working on a new mixtape, but he is also working on his next album. Drake hopes to get a new mixtape out before the end of the year. The new mixtape will also be used to promote his next album.
Drake has a plan to keep himself out there even with no actual music of his own out. In November, Lil Wayne will be out of prison and Drake will be on his music. Nicki Minaj is preparing for the release of her Alter Ego album and Drake also has vocals on her album, along with the new album from Bow Wow. Then, outside of the Young Money camp, Drake will be collaborating.
Following the collaborations and the music from his next mixtape, Drake will release his second album. A few months ago, Drake spoke on the album and said he would possibly title it Moments. He said it is the moments, as opposed to the legacy, that keep the fans tuned into the artist of the moment. Read more...
DMX released from prison after 18 days
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
For the past two years, it has come as no surprise to hear about rapper DMX going to prison. However, it is rare to hear about DMX being released from prison. After years of promoting the thug image, the thug life finally caught up to him. The Yonkers rapper quickly realized he was not above the law.
Ever since 2008, the most news from DMX is his latest drug charge. The rapper has been in and out of prison in Arizona, the place he went to in order to excape. Before 2008, it was rare to hear about DMX actually paying for the crimes he has committed. But, as time has gone on, it has become regular news.
DMX's most-recent jail stint came from his 2002 reckless driving charge in Los Angeles. The rapper was supposed to spend 90 days in the custody of Los Angeles County. But, after only 18 days behind bars, the rapper has been released. DMX had surrendured in Los Angeles after serving four months of prison in Arizona. Read more...
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Fat Joe offered 100K for live concert broadcast?
by Mark Thomas
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Social networking company Social networking company Xumanii is offering the emcee up at least $100k for the rights to broadcast a live stream of his next performance.
Even though his latest album The Darkside: Volume 1 has had lackluster sales(though critically acclaimed), Xumanii still believes Joe can bring an audience, and is guaranteeing at least 100K in ticket sales if the rapper signs on.
If Joe signs on, Xumanii will stream his concert worldwide, with 'tickets' to view sold at $10 a pop. Xumanii guarantees at least 10,000 viewers, even without the help of a sponsorship, and believes that with a sponsorship that number could double if not even greater.
As of today, Joe has not yet officially signed on for this deal, but it is believed that he will.
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Lil Wayne faces another Lawsuit
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
While still serving his prison sentence in New York and having to face the Arizona charges when he gets out, the problems are mounting up for Lil Wayne. Reportedly, the Young Money CEO has earned $200 million since 2005 and he has yet to pay his manager the 15% they agreed to. Because of this, Wayne is being sued by his former manager.
Melissa Phillipan was Lil Wayne's manager until 2005 and she was fired after booking Wayne at a "sub-par" location. They had initially agreed to a three-year deal and Phillipan had booked 21 shows for Lil Wayne. Lil Wayne argues he never signed an agreement with Phillipan, saying she forged his signature. In 2006, she sued him and they settled out of court.
Recently, there may be proof of Lil Wayne lying under oath and he may still owe Phillipan. There is a video on YouTube in which Wayne acknowledges Melissa Phillipan as his manager and praises her for the opportunities she has landed for him. With the good times clearly behind them, a new lawsuit has been filed by Melissa Phillipan against Lil Wayne, Cash Money Records, and the overall Universal Music Group. Read more...
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
T.I. talks Eminem, Fashion, and Alfamega
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Three years ago, T.I. shocked the hip hop world, when he was able to pull Eminem out of hiding for a collaboration. Working on T.I.'s 2007 album, T.I. vs. T.I.P., the duo united for "Touchdown." Most people responded well to the song. Lack of promotion led to it not becoming a radio hit, but it is a fan favorite.
Many listeners believed the song was a one-time-only collaboration between Eminem and T.I. But, following the recording, a bond was made between the two rappers. While the two have yet to collaborate again, T.I. said it is possible the two unite for King Uncaged. On his return album, T.I. plans to pull out all the stops.
Outside of the hip hop game, T.I. has branched out into clothing, making himself into a mogul. For the past three years, T.I. has been promoting his clothing line, AKOO. The line has steadily grown each year and will soon rival other established hip hop brands. When asked of his biggest inspiration in the fashion game, T.I. pointed to Diddy and Jay-Z, founders of Sean John and Rocawear, two of the biggest mainstays.
When T.I. first created AKOO, he hoped to have similar success to Rocawear. Pharrell, who worked with him on his debut album, hailed T.I. as the Jay-Z of the South. Once T.I. launched Grand Hustle Records and began putting albums out on a frequent basis, he started living up to the title. Now, branching out into clothing and film, the former rubberband man is hoping to be the successor. Had he not been in prison for most of last year, T.I. would have been hard at work on another album and cross promoting it with other projects.
The time T.I. spent in prison has been under much scrutiny, especially after he was released from prison early for good behavior. Former Grand Hustle artist, Alfamega suggested T.I. may have given information to the police to ensure his release. This is something T.I. has denied and other rappers, such as Ja Rule, have spoken up for T.I. Rule has known T.I. for a little while and he said he is not the type of man to give someone up for his own personal gain. T.I. said he would ignore all digs from Alfamega as they have not talked since 2008. Read more...
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