Kevin Hart has announced via Instagram that he is set to begin shooting a new comedy film with some pretty major co-stars. The funnyman says that he will be working on a new movie with rapper/actor T.I. and superstar Will Ferrell.
Veteran hip-hop star Jeezy announced via Twitter on yesterday (November 20) that he has linked with Jay Z’s Roc Nation. Jay’s company will now conduct business for Jeezy and his Corporate Thugz Entertainment brand. It is being reported that Jeezy and Jay are planning to partner to create a new management agency.
After several delays over the past two-and-a-half years, the long-awaited Tupac Shakur biopic is officially set to begin filming in 2014. The date was confirmed at a reception held by the film’s production companies, with producer Randall Emmet making the official announcement.
Former Warner Music Group chief Lyor Cohen has announced the official launch of his new “content company,” 300. Cohen, alongside former WMG notables Kevin Liles and Todd Moscowitz are looking to spark a revolution in the way the music industry operates. All three men have long ties in the industry and as colleagues: Moscowitz is the ex-president of Warner Bros, Liles was formerly the executive vice president. All three men also worked together at Def Jam.
Hip-hop superstar Kanye West has announced “The Yeezus Tour,” an upcoming 23-city trek across North America, with Kendrick Lamar joining him most of the dates. in support of his latest album. The acclaimed Compton rhymer will be the opening act on “The Yeezus Tour” for all but five dates.
Chief Keef has reportedly become the latest addition to Gucci Mane’s 1017 Brick Squad camp.
Australian rapper Iggy Azalea finally has a major label to call home.
Wiz Khalifa is famous for his “Taylor Gang” crew and brand, and he hopped on Twitter to rave about something that he has brewing with the world-famous sneaker and athletic wear company.
Atlanta’s Future has announced the forming of a joint venture company with Epic Records for his imprint, Freebandz Entertainment. Coming on the success of Future’s own Pluto and Pluto 3D projects, the new venture will set the stage for Freebandz artists’ emergence
