Saigon finally releases "The Greatest Story Never Told"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOne of the longest-delayed albums in hip hop history was released today. Saigon has been waiting for six years to release his debut album, The Greatest Story Never Told. After dominating the mixtape game, Saigon is officially ready to play in the major leagues.There has been plenty of frustration over the past six years, due to release dates. Saigon

Can Just Blaze still become a Record Executive?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2003, Roc-A-Fella producer, Just Blaze heard Brooklyn rapper, Saigon, rap for the first time. He was immediately impressed and wanted to work with him. Because of his style, he knew Saigon would not fit as a Roc-A-Fella artist. Instead, Just wanted to start his own label for Saigon.Roc-A-Fella boss, Jay-Z, had just taken over at Def Jam and he

Jim Jones releasing "Capo" on E1 instead of Sony

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDuring the Roc-A-Fella days, Jim Jones began rapping, but he did not sign with the Roc. Instead, he established a deal with Koch Records and he released two albums with the label. His third album came in 2006 and made Jones a household name.In 2006, Jim Jones was feuding with Jay-Z. Tired of the frequent disses, Jay-Z began responding. He boasted

Joell Ortiz discusses Solo Career, Slaughterhouse, and Shady Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhile Joell Ortiz has signed to Shady Records as a part of the supergroup, Slaughterhouse, he is still a solo free agent. For years, Joell Ortiz has been an independent artist. At one point, he was signed to Aftermath Entertainment, but he left because he was a backburner artist.Because of his experience with Aftermath, Joell Ortiz was weary about

Slim Thug preps "Serve and Collect 3" with Boss Hogg Outlawz

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnce again, Slim Thug has teamed up with E1 Music for a new album. Early in his career, Slim Thug was signed to Geffen Records through Pharrell's Star Trak label. Slim Thug released his debut album, Already Platinum, through that label situation.However, when he was ready to release his second album, he was met with several delays. Because of this,

Jim Jones turns down Plea Offer

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast month, Jim Jones ran into a bit of legal trouble and ended up behind bars. The Diplomat capo was caught driving with a suspended license. Jones spent a night in jail and he ended up being released on bail.Jim Jones has moved on with his career, promoting his latest album, his final with E1, Capo. Aside from his album, Jones is also doing all he

Royce da 5'9 to release album in July

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2009, Royce da 5'9 reunited with Eminem and he ended up being signed to Shady Records. Royce da 5'9 has recorded several albums in the meantime, though. He released Death is Certain, a critically-acclaimed album, through Koch Records (now E1 Music).Seven years have passed since the release of his acclaimed album. In the years since then, Royce has

Jim Jones disappointed with "Capo" results

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhile Jim Jones is sure Capo will be one of the best albums released this year, he thinks it could have been better. Despite the album being put together to fill an obligation, Jones still had different plans. The album will be Jones' final release under E1 (formerly Koch Records), before he moves with Diplomat Records to Interscope.Jim Jones did not