Album Review: Lloyd Banks - "H.F.M. 2 (The Hunger for More)"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFour long years have passed since the last time a new album came from Lloyd Banks. Following a weak effort in 2006 with Rotten Apple, Banks had to prove himself. It was after his album release that the G-Unit movement began to fall off.Because the Banks release signaled the end of a big moneymaker, Interscope Records never gave him a solid release

Lloyd Banks credits Raekwon in his Change in Style

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since his 2006 return to the mixtape scene, Lloyd Banks has been credited as the punchline king. This title had been held by Fabolous for many years. But, Lloyd Banks easily took this from him.Some rappers are not impressed by punchlines. Legends, such as the late Notorious B.I.G., relied heavily on telling a story in their raps. Raekwon is also

Sha Money XL talks Lloyd Banks and EMI Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSha Money XL ran the day-to-day operations for G-Unit Records from 2003 until his 2008 departure. Following his stint with G-Unit, Sha Money was hired by Def Jam. When his former label was searching for a new home, Sha tried to convince 50 Cent to move G-Unit over to Def Jam Records.Despite coming very close, 50 Cent ultimately decided he would move

50 Cent disses Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOver the course of his career, 50 Cent has built a persona as a jokester and a bully. For 50, he has had no issues calling out the biggest celebrities and even members of his own crew. G-Unit had become a major force by 2005 and Game was the biggest star, outside of 50, himself.But, as Game became more and more distant, 50 Cent called him out and the

Lloyd Banks wants a Hangover

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterCurrently, Lloyd Banks is promoting the latest single from his comeback album, Hunger for More 2 (H.F.M.). The album has helped revive G-Unit Records. Most importantly, it has helped establish Lloyd Banks in the mainstream without the help of 50 Cent.Following four successful singles, Banks is preparing for the release of his fifth single, "So