Nas speaks on Foxy Brown, Amy Winehouse, Lil' Kim, Nicki Minaj, and feud with Cormega

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

With so many new voices and faces in the game, it is easy to forget about Nas. The last time he released a new album was three years ago. Despite achieving critical acclaim on his project with Damian Marley, the album did not receive much play.

While Nas may have been overlooked by some, he is well aware of what has gone on. Recently, Nasty Nas was very interactive on his Twitter account. Taking questions from his fans, Nas spoke on everything going on in his life. Ranging from serious topics, to off the wall, Nas talked.

Early in her career, Foxy Brown worked closely with Nas, but over the years, they have separated. During the height of his feud with Jay-Z, Nas called Jay out over his relationship with Foxy Brown. Despite all of this, Nas and Foxy Brown have maintained a strong relationship and Nas said she is his little sister.

On the topic of female rappers, Nas was asked to deliver his opinion about Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj. For nearly a year, the two femcees went head-to-head. Nas said comparing the two rappers makes little to no sense. When speaking of Lil' Kim, Nas said she has some "legendary shit." Nicki Minaj, on the other hand, is the new queen of the world, in Nas' book. Trying his best to stay out of their situation, Nas was able to praise both of them, without taking away from the other.

Before her death, Amy Winehouse said she admired Nas. When asked of the people she would have loved to perform with, Nas was at the top of her list. At the time, Nas said he liked her brand of music and would love to record with her. Sadly, this did not happen, as Winehouse passed away last month. Remembering her, Nas was asked about Amy Winehouse. The Queens rapper said he was saddened by her death and also referred to her as his little sister.

Following the project with The Firm, Nas talked about his past feud with Cormega. Despite things getting bad between the two, Nas said their issues are in the past. Moving forward, Nas said he no longer has issues with Cormega. Nas also discussed the music he listens to, admitting he is a big Waka Flocka Flame fan and briefly speaking on his failed marriage with Kelis.

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"Watch the Throne" will not Leak

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

In recent years, albums from popular hip hop artists have released albums that leaked weeks before its release. Jay-Z fell victim to this, in 2009, when he released The Blueprint 3. The same year, 50 Cent fell victim when his album was leaked a month before its release.

Many artists, such as Drake, Lil Wayne, and others have fallen victim since then. The most-anticipated album of 2011 is Watch the Throne, the collaboration album between Jay-Z and Kanye West. When the first single, "H.A.M.," was released, more hype was built.

With Watch the Throne set to come before the end of the month, John Meneilly, Jay-Z's manager promised this album would not leak. One reason why the release dates have been kept under wraps is to keep people off the trail to avoid the album leaking.

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CRG Live Performance and Interview - Ben Hill Day 2011

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Consequence's Twitter page hacked

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Over the past few months, Consequence has been firing off multiple shots at his former team, G.O.O.D. Music. Consequence was among the first artists signed to the label. Despite having much exposure, early in his run with the label, he was quickly backburnered.

Last year, Pusha T signed with G.O.O.D. Music and he was quickly a part of Kanye West's comeback album. Along with his mixtape appearances, Consequence soon called him out. Pusha T did his best to ignore his digs until he could not any longer.

With their feud coming to a head last week, Consequence appeared to apologize on Twitter. The rapper supposedly tweeted that he was apologetic about getting into a feud with Kanye West and Pusha T. Recently, Consequence has come forward to speak about this, saying it is unlike him to offer a Twitter apology.

Also, Consequence made it clear he had no intentions of ending the feud. He called the hacking "weakshit" and went on to say his rivals had "weak raps, weak moves, and weak niggas."

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Jay-Z denies buying Pharrell's Billionaire Boyz Clothing Line

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

This week has been very crazy for Jay-Z. For months, he has promised the Watch the Throne album with Kanye West. After the reelase of "H.A.M.," the album was seemingly halted, but recently new material was released. With the premiere of their new single, "Otis," came rumors that Jay-Z had slapped his protege, Kanye West.

Jay-Z spent most of the week talking about the album and diffusing the Kanye West rumors. Now, there are stories about his upcoming album. In the midst of all the Jay-Z news, there were rumors of him purchasing The Billionaire Boyz clothing line, launched by Pharrell.

For years, Jay-Z has served as a mentor, of sorts, to Pharrell, collaborating on multiple songs. Jay-Z has a proven track record in clothing, with the success of Rocawear. However, Jay-Z admitted he did not purchase the clothing line from his faithful producer. While not buying the clothing line, Jay-Z said he and Pharrell will be entering a new partnership. Jay-Z and Pharrell will now serve as the official faces of the company.

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Game - "Hood Morning"

Three years of waiting have boiled down to a matter of months. Game will finally release The R.E.D. Album this month. In preparation of the album, Game has released his new song, "Hood Morning."

Listen to "Hood Morning" by Game below:

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DMX talks New Album, "Redemption of the Beast"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

DMX has been in and out jail for the past three years. Before he went to jail, back in 2008, DMX was working on a comeback album. After spending his entire career with Def Jam, DMX left while Jay-Z was president of the label for Columbia Records.

In 2006, DMX released his most recent album, Year of the Dog... Again on Columbia Records. Initially, DMX intended to release his next album in 2007. However, following frequent delays, X left Columbia Records.

Finally free from the jail cells and label contracts, DMX is working with Swizz Beatz on new music. DMX wants to have his album released before the end of 2011. Warning fans of his return, X said most of the rappers out are wack.

Despite being forty years old, DMX says he has the energy he had when he put out his debut album. X said he has been in and out of the studio, working on new music. On this new album, DMX said he is getting his style back on track. DMX said he is bringing lyricism back to the game and he will be putting hip hop back to where it belongs.

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Gucci Mane - "Lil Friend"

The 1983 film, Scarface, has had a lasting effect on hip hop. Several songs, and rap names, have been inspired by the film and star, Al Pacino. Gucci Mane is among the rappers inspired by Scarface.

Gucci Mane's new song reflects this. His latest song is called "Lil Friend," likely copying the "say hello to my little friend" line.

Listen to "Lil Friend" by Gucci Mane below:

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