Birdman talks Jay-Z's "H.A.M." diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since 2009, Birdman has been challenging Jay-Z, warranting no response. First, he said Jay-Z did not deserve an award for The Blueprint 3. He felt his "son," Lil Wayne's Tha Carter III, was a better album.Jay-Z is known for being the ultimate rap businessman. Many rappers have modeled their business skills after Jay-Z. Birdman had something to

Jay-Z and Kanye West recording "Watch the Throne" in New York hotel

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterJay-Z and Kanye West are down to the wire with their collaboration album, Watch the Throne. Last month, the two released the lead single, "H.A.M." Usually, Kanye West records his music in Hawaii, but they have decided to change things up.Recently, Jay-Z and Kanye West have taken a floor of the Mercer Hotel in New York City and built their own studio.

Birdman responds to Jay-Z diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing Jay-Z's 2006 comeback, he received a flurry of disses from Lil Wayne. Wayne had left the mainstream rap game and took over the mixtape scene. Many people were considering Wayne on the same level of Jay-Z.Upon returning to the game, Jay-Z surprised fans when he invited Lil Wayne to record with him on his homage to Brooklyn, "Hello Brooklyn

Talib Kweli discusses Jay-Z and Kanye West's "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore he became famous, Kanye West worked closely with Talib Kweli. While he is now associated with the "in-crowd" of the hip hop game, Kanye West still works with Talib Kweli. Currently, Kanye is working with Jay-Z a collaboration album and Talib is among the first to hear it.Ever since the release of their first single, "H.A.M.," everyone has been

Birdman drops $50,000 at the Strip Club

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith Cash Money headlining the I Am Music II tour, Birdman has been touring with his label. Recently, the tour made a stop in New York City. Last month, Birdman bragged about winning a $1 million wager during the Super Bowl. Around the same time, he addressed Jay-Z's "baby money" diss.It seems as if Birdman is still spending his "baby money," having

Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Flame prepare "Ferrari Boyz" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIt seems as if every popular rapper is teaming up with their mentor for collaboration albums. Last summer, Drake announced he and Lil Wayne would be hitting the studio for an album. Kanye West and Jay-Z made a similar announcement a few months ago.One upping the other duo, Kanye West and Jay-Z even released a single, "H.A.M." Sometime this month, the

Swizz Beatz impressed by Jay-Z and Kanye West

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter the first release off Watch the Throne, Jay-Z and Kanye West have a guaranteed sale for the album. The first single, "H.A.M.," has caught the attention of the entire rap world. Rumor has it, the song contains a diss to Birdman in Jay-Z's verse. The hip hop community is waiting for a reply.Earlier today, Swizz Beatz replied to the record. He has

Jay-Z and Kanye West go "H.A.M."

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast week, Kanye West announced the first single from his album with Jay-Z, Watch the Throne, would be released. The two rappers decided to record together last year. Kanye West has fought his entire career to prove himself to Jay-Z. Despite his constant praises, West always felt like the little brother.Jay-Z feels Kanye West did a lot of growing up

Bangladesh credits Young Money and Jay-Z for bringing lyrics back to Hip Hop

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYears ago, many people began criticizing hip hop because of the lack of lyrics. By the fall of 2006, hip hop appeared to be on an all-time lyrical low. However, many rappers tried to step their game up when Nas called hip hop out. Everyone has given their opinion on hip hop in the time since.Lil Wayne helped bring lyricism back when he released his

Lil Wayne hits back at Jay-Z's "Baby Money" diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore the release of American Gangster, Lil Wayne was trying to start a feud with Jay-Z. Wayne was upset with how Jay-Z said he had to come back and "save" rap. While Wayne admitted hip hop was Jay-Z's house when he left, it was no longer his house when he came back.Jay-Z had named himself the best rapper alive before he retired from the game in 2003

Jay-Z and Kanye West take "Watch the Throne" to New York City

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter being questioned by the media, Jay-Z and Kanye West are back to work on their long-awaited album, Watch the Throne. The two have been recording for the album in Paris. Recently, they decided to take the album back to the States.When they started recording the album, the duo took over a room at New York's Mercer Hotel. In their return to the city

Jay-Z addresses "Watch the Throne" delays

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterJay-Z and Kanye West grabbed headlines when they announced their own collaboration album. They quickly hit the media with a title, Watch the Throne. While Jay-Z has given Kanye West credit for years, West said it would be the first time the two share the mic as equals.Quickly, the album caught the attention of the hip hop world. Rival rapper, 50 Cent

Jay-Z and Kanye West recruit Bangladesh for "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterJay-Z and Kanye West grabbed headlines at the beginning of the year, when they announced their collaboration album. The album was named Watch the Throne and marked the first time Kanye West would record with Jay-Z as his equal.Only days after announcing the album, a single was released from the album. Early in 2011, "H.A.M." was released and received