Mack Maine says "Tha Carter IV" is Complete

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor nearly three years, Lil Wayne has been talking about releasing Tha Carter IV. Following the success of 2008's Tha Carter III, rumors suggested the next Carter album would be released in October 2008. Instead, the announcement for 2010's Rebirth came.In 2009, Lil Wayne planned to release Rebirth early in the year and Tha Carter IV later in the year

Lil Wayne talks "Tha Carter IV"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEarlier this month, Birdman discussed the state of his company and announced release dates. Cash Money Records is prepared to release twelve albums this year. Among the artists releasing albums will be Bow Wow, Lil Wayne, and Drake. Lil Wayne's album is easily the most-anticipated album on the list.Mack Maine, the president of Young Money, had once

Lil Wayne, Drake, and Nicki Minaj to appear on "Don't Get It Twisted"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterUpon signing mixtape stars, Drake and Nicki Minaj, to his Young Money label, Lil Wayne focused on making them into mainstream stars. Wayne introduced Drake to the masses before going to Riker's Island. Drake would become the face of the crew over the summer.Nicki Minaj created her own buzz when she landed on two of the spring's biggest tracks, "My

Mack Maine talks "Tha Carter IV" pushback

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast week, Lil Wayne fans were hit with disappointing news. It was revealed the long-awaited Tha Carter IV was delayed, once again. Ever since 2008, Lil Wayne has discussed releasing the fourth edition of the Carter series.Following the release of Tha Carter III, Lil Wayne decided to take a step back. Having already dominated rap, he wanted to make a