Saigon discusses the State of Hip Hop

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor six years, Saigon has been waiting to release his debut album, The Greatest Story Never Told. With the release of the album right around the corner, Saigon is making rounds with the media. Most recently, he talked with SOHH.com.Saigon discussed with the site the state of the hip hop community and his struggles. He discussed his days with Atlantic

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Album Preview: T.I. - "No Mercy"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter coming out of prison, T.I. re-entered the spotlight with his single, "I'm Back." It was the lead single for his properly-titled album, King Uncaged. But, as he was uncaged, the king found himself in trouble that landed him back in jail.Upon learning he had to return to jail, T.I. changed the name of his album to No Mercy. Since he let his fans

Album Preview: Soulja Boy - "The DeAndre Way"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Soulja Boy promised he was going to step his lyrical game up. He said to expect his third album, The DeAndre Way. The wait has been a little longer than expected, but it is almost over.Unlike on his past albums, Soulja Boy will only have ten tracks on this album. Four additional tracks will be placed on the deluxe edition. The album

Lupe Fiasco wants "Lasers" first single to be Controversial

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterHaving been away for four years, Lupe Fiasco is looking to grab the attention of the rap world. Had it not been for his label, Lupe would have released Lasers years ago. But, for unknown reasons, Atlantic Records held up the release of his album.Known for being an outside of the box rapper, Lupe Fiasco wants to come back strong. In an effort to lure

Diddy prepares "Bugatti Boys" EP with Rick Ross

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Diddy and Rick Ross became the best of friends and there were rumors of a partnership. Earlier this year, Diddy took over as Ross' manager. This summer, Diddy appeared on Ross' album, Teflon Don. On the song, "Number 1," Diddy names himself and Ross the Bugatti Boys.Following the release of the album, Rick Ross confirmed that he and Diddy

J. Cole lands Trey Songz collaboration

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2008, when he was hand-picked by Jay-Z as the first artist on Roc Nation, J. Cole was excited. After Jay-Z finished his business with Def Jam, J. Cole was sure he would be recording his album. However, things did not work out that way.Instead, J. Cole found himself helping Jay-Z with his comeback, The Blueprint 3. The album went on to become the

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