In a strategic move that signals the continuing evolution of hip-hop’s landscape, Dallas-based rapper Zillionaire Doe has officially joined Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group (CMG).
Usher and Justin Timberlake went to war over who would sign Justin Bieber. The rapper, who is riding high after his Super Bowl halftime performance,
Back in 2016, we provided a top five list of Chicago artists you need to check for. If you have been paying attention, the list
Mac Miller was an indie rap darling–then the kid from Pittsburgh inked a lucrative $10 million deal with Warner Bros last month. Miller recently explained why he thought the time was right to make the leap to a major.
Chicago rapper Chief Keef was unceremoniously dropped from Interscope Records last month; just two years after the controversial artist signed with the label in a
Rapper Juvenile is taking it back to the beginning. The New Orleans native has announced that he is resigning with Cash Money Records, the label that made him a star in the late 1990s.
Big Sean has joined Roc Nation. Jay Z’s infamous entertainment company and music label landed the Detroit rapper and will be handling his management duties.
As Iggy Azalea has become hip-hop’s biggest rising star, there has been increasing scrutiny in regard to her appeal. Being a leggy, attractive white woman
In an interview with XXL, Rich Homie Quan indicated that there is no reason for fans to jump to conclusions regarding him possibly joining Cash Money Records
NBA superstar LeBron James has the entire basketball world waiting on pins and needles to see how his free agency will play out. James opted
With reports surfacing last week that Brooklyn rapper Troy Ave, is all but officially signed to T.I.’s Hustle Gang roster, some fans have been critical
T.I.’s Hustle Gang may have landed a new member. Fans have been speculating about the relationship between Tip and Brooklyn rhymer Troy Ave., ever since they were spotted onstage together at Summer Jam and Tip was featured on Troy’s remix single “Your Style.”
Pop superstar Rihanna has departed her longtime label, Def Jam Recordings. The singer released all seven of her albums on the powerhouse label, but has
Roc Nation Sports just announced this week that they signed MLB star C.C. Sabathia to their management roster, and it looks like the company is already lining up its next major acquisition. Since forming the sports management arm of Roc Nation last year, Jay Z has hit the proverbial ground running. Now, it appears that NBA star John Wall could be joining the family.
Yo Gotti fans were confused last year when it was rampantly reported that the Memphis-based rapper had joined T.I.’s Grand Hustle imprint; only for Gotti to deny the claim later. The confusion started with an interview where Tip appeared to state that he had signed Gotti, but Gotti recently explained the situation.
After weeks of anticipation following the announcement of his collaboration with adidas, Kanye West has announced the release date for his new sneaker. During a
Roc Nation has added a new face to it’s ever-growing roster. Indie pop star Grimes has signed a new deal with Jay Z‘s label, bringing
Columbia Records has announced a new deal with superstar producer and artist Pharrell Williams. According to a press release from the label, the hit-maker responsible
Kanye West’s dissatisfaction with Nike has been well-documented. The hip-hop star has blasted the athletic apparel giant over its marketing of his “Yeezy” sneakers and called out company CEO Mark Parker last week during West’s performance at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. And according to reports, he’s already moved on–with a new $10 million deal with Nike’s biggest rival, Adidas.
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.
