Dr. Dre never heard of Sleek by 50 headphones

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEarlier this week, 50 Cent took his longtime beef with his former bosses, Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre public. Via Twitter, 50 Cent said they were upset because of his Sleek by 50 headphones. Upon discovering his new deal, 50 Cent said they asked him not to go against them.50 Cent posted an entire Twitter rant about the situation. Having worked with Dr.

50 Cent downplays Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre feud

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff Writer50 Cent confirmed years' worth of rumors when he publicly dissed his former bosses, Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre. Ever since his 2007 album, Curtis, did worse than expected, 50 Cent has had problems with Jimmy Iovine. When 2009's Before I Self Destruct was held up because of Dr. Dre, 50 Cent called him out.With Before I Self Destruct being 50 Cent's last

50 Cent takes on Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor nearly four years, beef has been brewing between 50 Cent and his bosses, Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre. More than once, 50 has called Dr. Dre out for one thing or another. In 2009, when it was made clear that 50 Cent was leaving Aftermath, Dr. Dre quickly re-signed Game to the label.Recently, 50 Cent created his own headphone venture, Sleek by 50,

Jay Rock working with Dr. Dre on "Detox"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Jay Rock caused controversy when he challenged the legendary Ice Cube over his I Am The West album title. Cube was recording a new album and boasted of how he was saving West Coast hip hop. But, newcomer, Jay Rock, took offense to the comments made by the former NWA frontman.Jay Rock and Ice Cube traded Twitter insults from early in the

Dr. Dre will perform with Eminem at the Grammys

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEminem has been on the performance lineup for the Grammys ever since the initial announcement. After the year he had in 2010, he has been nominated for several awards. Due to his popularity, Eminem was asked to perform.Despite being up for so many awards, Eminem was mainly worried about Dr. Dre performing with him. Eminem will perform his 2010 hits,

Eminem may perform with Dr. Dre at the Grammys

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter having an incredible year in 2010, Eminem has been selected to kick off the Grammys celebrating the year. Eminem is always known for having some sort of trick up his sleeve and this is no different. The Detroit rapper is reportedly trying to convince Dr. Dre to join him in his performance.Dr. Dre has been teasing fans for years with his Detox

Dr. Dre announces new "Detox" Release Date

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since 1999, Detox has been discussed as the final album from Dr. Dre. The album has gone through multiple release date changes. Twelve years later, the album remains unreleased, but it is being promoted.Last month, there were rumors of the album being released on April 20, 2011. The day is known as the holiday for smokers, which is fitting. Dr.

Game grows Time Sensitive over "The R.E.D. Album"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterTwo years ago, Game was expected to release The R.E.D. Album and begin focusing on adding talent to his label. Following the release of the successful, L.A.X., Game had finally faced reality. He was prepared to move on with his career without mentioning Dr. Dre.Initially, Game planned to release the album in December 2009, when he received the shock

Joell Ortiz pushes "Free Agent" back to Write for "Detox"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2007, New York rapper, Joell Ortiz released his debut album, The Brick (Bodega Chronicles) on Koch Records. The album caught the attention of Dr. Dre, who quickly signed him to Aftermath Entertainment. Dre had hoped to put him in the studio and have his next album out by 2008.However, with Dr. Dre overseeing projects from Eminem, 50 Cent, Lloyd

The D.O.C. ends affiliation with Dr. Dre

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThere have been many changes in Dr. Dre's career. His professional career began with Eazy-E on Ruthless Records. It was here where his production skills were discovered and made famous. Dr. Dre would also meet The D.O.C. during his time at Ruthless.When Dr. Dre split from Ruthless Records, he and The D.O.C. teamed up with Suge Knight to launch Death

Game says "The R.E.D. Album" won't come out until He Says So

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterGame had originally planned to release The R.E.D. Album during the summer of 2009. Each time Game prepared to release an album, he always said Dr. Dre was going to produce on the album. But, after receiving no reply from Dre in 2008, Game moved on with his career.Snoop Dogg, a close associate of both, was working with Dr. Dre on Detox and invited Game

50 Cent talks Dr. Dre and "Detox"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDr. Dre first announced Detox when 50 Cent was still in Queens, considering becoming a rapper. With the release of the album right around the corner, 50 Cent has been a rap heavyweight and now a media personality. Through it all, 50 Cent has been one of the most-successful Dr. Dre proteges.In 2009, there were rumors of a 50 Cent/Dr. Dre feud. 50 Cent

Game promises West Coast comeback

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDespite not landing the G-Unit reunion, Game is still going about his business. The Black Wall Street CEO recently proclaimed the West Coast will be taking over. Ever since the release of Game's last album, the West Coast has been lagging behind.Game promises that will soon change because The R.E.D. Album will be released next spring. Aside from his

Dr. Dre confirms "Detox" as his Final Album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEleven years ago, Dr. Dre released his long-awaited 2001 album and promised to release another album soon. When the actual year, 2001, approached, the title of the album was revealed to be Detox. The album was then set for a 2002 release date, but was pushed back for the emergence of 50 Cent.For the past ten years, Detox has been a mythical album

DJ Khalil speaks on Dr. Dre

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith Dr. Dre preparing the release of Detox, many have been talking about the famed rapper/producer. Throughout his career, Dr. Dre has been viewed as an intimidating force. He began his professional career with NWA and Ruthless Records before launching the most dangerous record label in history, Death Row Records.In his later years, Dr. Dre created

Dr. Dre not releasing "Detox" on 4/20

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYesterday, there were reports of Dr. Dre setting a release date for his long-awaited Detox. Throughout his career, Dr. Dre has let it be known how he feels about smoking. His debut album was called The Chronic and his second album was nicknamed Chronic 2001.Throughout 2010, Dr. Dre released small portions of Detox for means of promotion. Right before

Dr. Dre announces Release Date for "Detox"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFans of Dr. Dre have been waiting for a very long time for Detox to come. Following the release of 1999's 2001, Dr. Dre announced he would soon release another album. When he gave more details, Dre announced the album would be his final release.Despite announcing the album in late 1999, Dr. Dre did not work towards releasing it. Instead, Dr. Dre

Dr. Dre lands Promotional Deal with Zynga's 'Mafia Wars'

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAs 2010 comes to a close, Dr. Dre has been working hard on his comeback. Since the release of his last album, almost everything in the game has changed. The only thing that has remained the same is that artists have to make music. Dr. Dre knows how to do that and very well, but the promotion has drastically changed.Before returning to the spotlight,

Jay-Z and Beyonce join Dr. Dre on "Detox"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDr. Dre has been promising Detox for well over ten years, but the album has been delayed for various reasons. It was not until 2008 when Dr. Dre sounded serious about putting the album together. At the time, there were rumors of T.I., Lil Wayne, and Jay-Z being involved with the album.However, two years passed before music was actually released from

Dr. Dre works on "Detox" in Detroit with Eminem

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYears of anticipitation are finally boling down to weeks. Dr. Dre has been working on Detox for over ten years and rumors of a release have been coming and going. Two years ago, a rumored version of Detox with T.I., Jay-Z, and Lil Wayne, was rumored, but it never came out.Fans were growing impatient and were ready to give up on Dr. Dre following years