Redman discusses State of New Jersey rap

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe New Jersey hip hop scene has been under the shadow of New York hip hop ever since the start. The few New Jersey artists who have made it, blended in with the New York rap scene. Redman has always represented New Jersey, but the casual fan would mistake him for a New York rapper.While Red has all of the love in the world for New York hip hop, he

Crooked I happy Benzino ended feud with Slaughterhouse

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIt came as a surprise to many when Eminem signed Slaughterhouse to his Shady Records. The group consists of Royce da 5'9, Joell Ortiz, Joe Budden, and Crooked I. Eminem had a longstanding feud with Royce, Joell Ortiz had been signed to Aftermath, but left after he said his album was mishandled by Dr. Dre, and Crooked I was an associate of Murder

Royce Da 5'9 and Joell Ortiz discuss Slaughterhouse

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith Slaughterhouse finally being signed to a record deal, fans are excited. Despite the super-team finally being created, some people fear of them coming out too soft. Many times, super-pairings, do not turn out as expected.Slaughterhouse is only the latest in attempts of many rappers to come together. In 1997, The Firm, which consisted of Nas, AZ,

Slaughterhouse EP track listing Revealed

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFinally signed to Shady Records, Slaughterhouse is ready to give the fans what they want. The only issue the group has is that they have joined a crowded label. Eminem told the crew to begin working on their album.While the members of Slaughterhouse would love to put together an album, it could take months before the promotion could begin. Not wanting

Throwback Video of the Day: Joe Budden - "Pump it Up"

Slaughterhouse to release EP in February

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterTwo years ago, the formation of Slaughterhouse shocked many hip hop fans. Fans were more shocked when Eminem revealed he was going to sign the group to Shady Records. The deal would place Joe Budden on the same label as 50 Cent.While Slaughterhouse was going to sign with Shady, it was unclear when. In order to give something to the fans, the group

Saigon and Joe Budden team up for New Track

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterA few years ago, Saigon and Joe Budden managed to keep themselves relevant while waiting to release their albums. The rappers engaged in a feud that was highly publicized. Along the way, there were multiple truces that were broken. Followers of the rappers assumed their latest would not be any different.But, Saigon has decided to make their truce

Saigon wants to work with Joe Budden

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterTwo years ago, Saigon and Joe Budden were stuck in the same position. Both rappers were waiting to release their albums and frustration was building. The rappers had worked together once, but they soon began feuding with each other.For months, Saigon and Joe Budden traded disses with each other. In the midst of their high-profile feud, the rappers

Joe Budden discusses Upcoming Projects

Joe Budden denies "Monster" title for Slaughterhouse album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterMuch speculation has surrounded Slaughterhouse since their inception. A number of the hottest rappers in the game united to put together a supergroup. Joe Budden, a rapper known for his issues with 50 Cent, was a part of the group. Eminem still signed the group to Shady Records.From who was going to be in the group to what label they were going to

Crooked I talks future of West Coast hip hop

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEven though he is a part of Slaughterhouse, Crooked I is still very much a part of the West Coast hip hop scene. Much like the other veterans, he is looking at the future of the West Coast. Not many successful rappers have come from the West, outside of Game. He and Snoop Dogg are the only consistent rappers out West.Crooked I's career was supposed to