Juelz Santana confirms Interscope Records move

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe Diplomats have been spending quite a bit of time with Dr. Dre, as he is helping them with their new music. Their work with hip hop's doctor comes after 50 Cent called Cam'ron a good guy. Four years ago, the two were embroiled in beef after 50 dissed their former distributor, Koch Records.50 Cent was still riding the wave of his first two albums

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

Wale talks new Mayach Music deal and Roc Nation

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen he was working on his first album, Jay-Z announced Wale's debut album was the first release under Roc Nation. It was soon revealed Roc Nation was handling all of the management for Wale. The album was released through Interscope Records.Wale built his buzz up for most of 2010. His new lyrics spread all over the hip hop world. Still, 2010 was the

Busta Rhymes launches Conglomerate Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor as long as he has been in the hip hop game, Busta Rhymes has held himself down. When he had his first meeting with Elektra Records, Busta Rhymes created Flipmode Records. The label was run under Elektra Records and was home to a few other artists.Rampage and Rah Digga were among the most popular artists on the label. When Busta Rhymes left Elektra

Soulja Boy's camp blames Interscope Records for Low Album Sales

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThree years ago, 50 Cent complained that Interscope Records did not properly promote Curtis. At the time, the label was focusing their energy on Soulja Boy, who debuted a platinum album. However, as the years have gone by, the focus has shifted again.In 2007 and 2008, Soulja Boy delivered two high-selling albums and numerous chart-topping singles. But

Juelz Santana promises album before Year's End

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe last time Juelz Santana released an album was in 2005, but he has remained one of the most popular rappers in the game. For six years, he has been on the mixtape scene, but in a major way. Ever since 2006, he has been promising the release of his third album, Born to Lose, Built to Win.However, the album was held up by Def Jam for various reasons

Jim Jones gives Prodigy props

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDespite friction between their crews in the past, Jim Jones has given his props to Prodigy. Following three years in prison, Prodigy is out and ready to record new music. Not only is he working on his own solo album, but he and Havoc are putting together a new album for their Mobb Deep group.Jim Jones is also in the middle of making major moves.

50 Cent officially leaves Interscope Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen 50 Cent signed to Interscope Records, in 2002, he signed a very complex deal. The rapper was signed three labels at the same time. The deal also included Shady Records and Aftermath Entertainment. Following the release of Get Rich or Die Tryin', 50 Cent created G-Unit Records.In 2004, 50 Cent also signed to G-Unit Records and released his second

Will Cam'ron replace 50 Cent at Interscope?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff Writer50 Cent landed the biggest break of his career when he was picked up by Eminem. Quickly, Eminem sent him to Dr. Dre, who sent him to Jimmy Iovine, who signed him to Interscope Records. Dr. Dre, in turn would sign 50 Cent to Aftermath Entertainment. Eminem would also sign him to Shady Records.Take away all of the joint ventures and 50 Cent was just a

The Diplomats announce Tour Dates

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterHaving been reunited for a little over a year, The Diplomats are making major moves. Last year, the crew landed a distribution deal with Interscope Records. This followed years of deals with Def Jam, Koch, and Sony.Finally with an exclusive home, The Diplomats have worked with Dr. Dre and are preparing to release their new albums. With everything

50 Cent refuses to bail Young Buck out

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith G-Unit possibly adding Shawty Lo as their new Southern representative, the old G-Unit South member landed in trouble. The man who used to rep G-Unit the hardest, Young Buck, has recently landed himself behind bars. Buck was arrested after his home was raided and guns were found.During the fall of 2009, Young Buck attempted to end his

Havoc talks Mobb Deep leaving G-Unit

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBy 2005, 50 Cent had reached the peak of his career. His "Piggy Bank" diss record gained all kinds of attention. The song was directed at his primary rival, Ja Rule, and his collaborators, Nas, Jadakiss, and Fat Joe and also included a slight diss towards Mobb Deep. A few months later, the Mobb Deep duo of Havoc and Prodigy shocked the world.Months

50 Cent to release First Single from New Album this week

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterImmediately following the release of Before I Self Destruct, 50 Cent announced he was working on a new album. 50 Cent initially said the album would be titled Black Magic. After failing to win back his original fans, 50 Cent decided he would change his style up on the album.The Black Magic album suffered a setback because 50 Cent left Interscope

Jim Jones projected to sell 18,000 copies First Week with "Capo"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore he was a rapper, Jim Jones was noted for his savvy business skills. He helped negotiate the deal that landed Diplomat Records a deal with Roc-A-Fella Records. This deal resulted in Cam'ron taking home a platinum plaque. Soon, Jim Jones decided he also wanted to rap.Jones released his first three albums on Koch Records (now E1) and his third

Jim Jones talks Dr. Dre, Diplomats reunion, and New Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing the way Jim Jones and Cam'ron treated each other for nearly two years, it shocked fans when they reunited. Early in 2007, a feud erupted between Cam'ron and 50 Cent. Cam'ron's crew, which includes Jim Jones and Juelz Santana, ended up taking sides and they sided with 50 Cent.Cam'ron spent one year away from the spotlight while Jim Jones