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Dee-1 explains why he chose to sign with RCA over YMCMB

Louisiana native Dee-1 is in a great mood. And why shouldn’t he be? The rhymer just inked a brand new deal with RCA, and he sat down with RO to explain why he decided to make the leap from indie sensation to major label star, and why RCA was where he decided to set up shop.

J. Cole almost joined G-Unit: ‘It was a good time in my life’

In an interview with VIBE, Roc Nation rapper J. Cole revealed that he came very close to joining 50 Cent’s G-Unit label. The North Carolina native said that he impressed members of the G-Unit crew after he visited 50 Cent’s home several years ago.

“Q-Tip Slams Trinidad James Signing”

The signing of Atlanta rapper Trinidad James sparked outrage in some hip hop circles. The “All Gold Everything” rapper inked a deal with Def Jam