B.o.B. ft. Haley Williams - "Airplanes"

B.o.B. performs "Airplanes" on Flight

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEarly in his mainstream career, B.o.B. is probably best-known for his single, "Airplanes." The song was a major crossover hit for the rapper and helped to build his name. B.o.B. was the main artist representing the Grand Hustle movement while T.I. was in prison.With T.I. headed back to prison almost immediately following his release, B.o.B. will have

B.o.B. ft. Bruno Mars - "Nothin' on You"

Lupe Fiasco hits a snag with "Lasers"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor months, Lupe Fiasco has been discussing how unhappy he is with his label situation. Ever since 2008, Lupe Fiasco has been trying to release his third album. Atlantic Records has made up various excuses before Lupe fans forced their hand. In return, they forced his hand, making him go commercial.When the media gained access to Lasers, the album was

Lupe Fiasco is a Commercial Success

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOver the past few months, Lupe Fiasco has been one of the most vocal rappers in the game. At least three times a week, Lupe has been in the news for one reason or another. Lupe Fiasco has been his own promotional team for his Lasers album. After three years of delays, the album was met with negative reviews by most critics.Lupe Fiasco created his own

Lupe Fiasco was suicidal over B.o.B.'s "Nothin' on You"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAs previously mentioned, 2010 was intended to be the year when the official Lupe Fiasco comeback was supposted to take place. The label announced they were going to begin promoting him. Quickly, Lupe Fiasco landed a deal to record the "Nothin' on You" single. But, his label, Atlantic Records, decided to give the song to B.o.B.Both artists are signed

Big Kuntry King says T.I. comes home in September

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterUnlike when T.I. last faced prison time, Grand Hustle has continued to be operational. The other artists signed to the label have not been hindered because of T.I. going back to prison. Actually, things are still going according to the plan.The other artists signed to the label, B.o.B., Killer Mike, Young Dro, and Big Kuntry King are all working on

B.o.B. ft. Yelawolf - "It's a Party"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEarlier this year, T.I.'s "That's All She Wrote" single was released to the radio, featuring Eminem. Months later, their proteges, B.o.B. and Yelawolf, have teamed up for a new single. The two have collaborated for the Jim Jonsin-produced, "It's a Party."Not only are the two rappers proteges to two of rap music's elite, they are also rising stars in

Album Preview: Tech N9ne - "All 6's and 7's"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterTech N9ne has been one of the biggest rappers on the underground scene for years. He has been gaining more exposure in the mainstream in recent years, however. Last year, Lil Wayne got in contact with Tech and he visited Wayne in prison.The result of their discussions led to the two becoming frequent collaborators. Lil Wayne will be a part of Tech