50 Cent discusses past Cam'ron feud

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThree years ago, 50 Cent was preparing to release Curtis, his third album. After watching his first two albums go 5x platinum, 50 Cent felt untouchable. He bragged about his sales to Hot97 and even dissed independent label, Koch Records. 50 Cent said the label was a "graveyard" for washed up artists.Cam'ron was signed to the label, at the time. Not

Cam'ron explains Kanye West diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast summer, Cam'ron attacked Kanye West with a diss over the instrumental of "Runaway." For years, Cam'ron has had beef with his mentor, Jay-Z. Their beef stems from Cam's stint at the Roc, which led to Dame Dash leaving the label.In the middle of the feud and after Kanye West sided with Jay-Z, he featured Cam'ron on his Late Registration album. At

Cam'ron talks about Jim Jones and Juelz Santana

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter nearly three years of feuding, The Diplomats have been reunited and they are glad about that. Cam'ron was ousted from his own group early in 2007. Early in the year, Cam'ron began feuding with 50 Cent and his group-mates sided with 50 Cent.In the time he spent away, Cam'ron built another crew. Despite their feuds, Cam'ron, Juelz Santana, and Jim

Yung Joc tells Raz B's brother to Chill

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently, there have been rumors of Yung Joc being in a physical altercation with Ricky Romance, the younger brother of Raz B. When he first came into the game, Yung Joc did all he could to avoid being involved with beef. His "It's Goin Down" hit was remixed by Cam'ron and included a diss to Jay-Z.Yung Joc presented himself as a non-confrontational

Cam'ron and Vado banned from Canada

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYesterday, rumors of Cam'ron and Vado being removed from Canada circulated the internet. Today, these rumors have been confirmed as true. Cam and his partner in rhyme were denied entry into Montreal, Canada.Due to an offense years ago, Cam'ron was denied entry North of the Border. Vado was denied entry because he was accompanying Cam. The rappers were

Kanye West ends feud with Cam'ron

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing the Roc-A-Fella breakup, Cam'ron declared war on everyone who remained loyal to Jay-Z. Not only did Kanye West remain loyal to Jay-Z, he became the biggest star on the label under him. Cam'ron targeted Kanye West because of this, as did Jim Jones.Cam'ron and his crew took shots at Jay-Z and Kanye West every chance they had. Not only did they

Jim Jones talks Jay-Z and Kanye West

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn the past, Jim Jones has had feuds with Jay-Z and Kanye West over the 2004 Roc-A-Fella breakup. When the Roc was at its best, the label added Cam'ron and his Diplomat imprint. The deal, however, was not approved by Jay-Z. The addition of Cam'ron and his crew led to the split.Jim Jones, at the time, was nothing more than the businessman of the crew.

Will Cam'ron replace 50 Cent at Interscope?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff Writer50 Cent landed the biggest break of his career when he was picked up by Eminem. Quickly, Eminem sent him to Dr. Dre, who sent him to Jimmy Iovine, who signed him to Interscope Records. Dr. Dre, in turn would sign 50 Cent to Aftermath Entertainment. Eminem would also sign him to Shady Records.Take away all of the joint ventures and 50 Cent was just a

Wiz Khalifa talks Cam'ron and Ad-Libs

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAs he continues to build his fan base, Wiz Khalifa has revealed all of the rappers he looks up to. Rick Ross is among his favorite rappers, even though he chose not to sign with Maybach Music. Among other things, Wiz admires Rick Ross' ad-libbing, crediting him, alongside veteran, Too $hort as two of the best ad-libbers.Wiz Khalifa said he also has

Cam'ron discusses Lil' Kim's "Crush on You" hit

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn the hip hop industry, most listeners know Cam'ron for his hits in the summer of 2002. Relatively unknown outside of New York, he blew up when he released Come Home With Me on Jay-Z's record label, Roc-A-Fella Records.However, Cam'ron was already two albums deep when he agreed to join the Roc. Even before he emerged in the game, Cam'ron was making

Cam'ron prepares Two Movies for 2011

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2006, Cam'ron had hit the peak of his career, in the eyes of many. Free of Roc-A-Fella Records, Cam'ron was able to express his dislike of Jay-Z for the first time. For years, the two rappers had issues with each other. These issues reached a peak when Cam'ron joined Jay-Z's Roc-A-Fella label.The feud with Jay-Z helped Cam'ron boost his image, but

Cam'ron and Vado - "Hey Muma"

Cam'ron ft. Vado - "Girls Cry"

Vado compares Interscope deal to Kobe Bryant in 1996

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen the Diplomats were broken up, Cam'ron began working with street rapper, Vado. Soon, Vado was signed to Diplomat Records and chosen as Cam's next in line. Vado has been on the fast track for success and he flourished when Cam'ron reunited with his former partners, Jim Jones and Juelz Santana.The crew reunited early in 2010 and put together several

Cam'ron - "Stop it 5/Kill'Em"

Jim Jones speaks on the State of Diplomat Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing three years of separation, Diplomat Records is back and stronger than ever. In recent years, the roles of Cam'ron and Jim Jones have reversed. Initially, Jones was the businessman and Cam was the star. But, Cam'ron has a renewed focus on business, while Jim Jones basks in the spotlight.However, there was a team effort behind landing the

Wiz Khalifa explains lack of guests on "Rolling Papers" debut

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn September, Wiz Khalifa first discussed his Rolling Papers debut album. At the time, Khalifa said he would likely be recording songs with Devin the Dude, 8Ball & MJG, Cam'ron, and Snoop Dogg. It seemed as if Wiz Khalifa still intended to feature these artists on the album.Last week, Rolling Papers was finally released and it lacked many of these

Jim Jones projected to sell 18,000 copies First Week with "Capo"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore he was a rapper, Jim Jones was noted for his savvy business skills. He helped negotiate the deal that landed Diplomat Records a deal with Roc-A-Fella Records. This deal resulted in Cam'ron taking home a platinum plaque. Soon, Jim Jones decided he also wanted to rap.Jones released his first three albums on Koch Records (now E1) and his third

Jim Jones talks Dr. Dre, Diplomats reunion, and New Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing the way Jim Jones and Cam'ron treated each other for nearly two years, it shocked fans when they reunited. Early in 2007, a feud erupted between Cam'ron and 50 Cent. Cam'ron's crew, which includes Jim Jones and Juelz Santana, ended up taking sides and they sided with 50 Cent.Cam'ron spent one year away from the spotlight while Jim Jones