Will Rick Ross follow in Jay-Z and Diddy's footsteps?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRick Ross pulled off a boss move when he landed an exclusive deal with Warner Bros. Records. When he first came into the game, Rick Ross was nothing more than a rapper. Jay-Z helped him land a lucrative deal with Def Jam, while he was CEO.While Jay-Z would soon step down from his executive role at Def Jam, he and Ross bonded. The two recorded together

Rick Ross sets up shop with Warner Bros. Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently, there were rumors about where Rick Ross would be going. Following the release of Teflon Don, Ross was a free agent. But, he also has a growing record label he is looking out for. Due to his popularity, everyone began making offers to the boss.Jay-Z helped Rick Ross break into the game when he made him a part of Def Jam. Soon, DJ Khaled, a

Meek Mill talks Maybach Music signing

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast week, Rick Ross shocked fans when he announced he had signed Meek Mill to Maybach Music. The news came only days after Wale confirmed signing to the label. Rick Ross has set out to prove he can also be an effective businessman.Rick Ross proved he could become the most popular rapper in the game last year. His success, in music, last year, caught

Rick Ross adds Meek Mill to Maybach Music's roster

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnly days after adding Wale to his label, Rick Ross is back to work on more projects. The Miami rapper is currently working on his fifth album, God Forgives, I Don't. While working, Ross is also recruiting new artists for his Maybach Music Group label.Established in 2008, Rick Ross added his group, Triple Cs, to the label. He also signed each member

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

Rick Ross causes a Bidding War with Major Executives

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2005, Rick Ross was picked up by Jay-Z and signed to a lucrative deal with Def Jam. Before his days with Def Jam, Ross was signed to Slip-N-Slide Records. After doing two albums with them, Jay-Z moved him off the label and over to Def Jam, solely.Around this time, Rick Ross also established his own record label, named Maybach Music. The label's

Wale officially signs with Maybach Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2008, Wale signed with Interscope Records and released his debut album, Attention Deficit, the following year. Aside from the Interscope deal, Wale had a management deal with Roc Nation.Wale would leave Interscope during the summer of 2010. While looking for a new label, Wale made high profile collaborations with rising stars. Along the way, Rick

Rick Ross signs Maybach Music's first female artist

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor months, Rick Ross has been pouring a great deal of his energy into his Maybach Music imprint. He has snagged a number of artists from major labels. Last month, the major labels took notice and offered deals to Ross for the label. Along the way, Rick Ross' mentors, Diddy and Jay-Z, put together solid proposals for Maybach Music. Close Ross friend,

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Rick Ross signs Wale and Meek Millz

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLate last year, Rick Ross began outlining his plans for 2011. First on his list was to branch out as a businessman as the face of Sean John and promoting his own clothing line. Ross also planned to sign more artists to his Maybach Music imprint and record his next album.Rick Ross was asked of his opinion of Wale back in November. He revealed he was a

Duce Pound prepares their movement for the Next Level

By Mikey T The Movie StarHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterMaybach Music has been a popular phrase, partially because of the Rick Ross song series. But, following the first "Maybach Music" song, Rick Ross decided to create a record label with the same name. Since that time, he has slowly been building a solid roster of artists. In the near future, they aim to make a run similar to the one made by Young

Rick Ross confirms Drake collaboration

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDespite not signing with Cash Money, Rick Ross still has the support of the team. Following his solo success, Rick Ross began developing talent on his Maybach Music label. After a few high-profile signings, Cash Money Records became interested in signing the label.In the end, Rick Ross decided he wanted to work directly with the major labels. Because

Rick Ross considering signing Wale to Maybach Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRick Ross has enjoyed a successful year as an artist and he hopes this will expand into his executive career. Ever since he started hanging out with Diddy, Rick Ross has been learning how to be a businessman. Initially, he had his Maybach Music label only to sign rappers from his area.But, now that Rick Ross is big outside of simply his area and one

Rick Ross gets May 24 release date for "Self Made" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSoon after confirming the deal with Warner Bros. Rick Ross announced a Maybach Music compilation album would be coming. After taking the game by storm last year, Rick Ross wants to keep things moving. He has three releases planned in 2011.At the top of his list is an album with Maybach Music and their roster. Early in the year, Rick Ross added three

Young Dice is Making Moves

By Mikey T The Movie StarHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterMaybach Music artist Young Dice as well as Feed Da Wolves frontman, Domination, teamed up with Domination's new group, F.Y.I. Together, they headlined a show recently in Manhattan with G.Dep. The show was a promotion for both Dice and Domination. Both are ready to release their mixtapes.Domination has completed KingDom and it can be heard now on

Rick Ross announces New Album and First Single with Drake

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSwizz Beatz proclaimed 2011 would be a bigger year than 2010 was for Rick Ross. Even though some people are not sold on his abilities, he was. It seems as if Rick Ross overheard what Swizz Beatz said because he is back at it. Not even five days into the New Year and the boss is back.This morning, Rick Ross revealed the first cut from the album. Once

Rick Ross preparing Maybach Music compilation album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterNot even a month after Rick Ross pulled off his major distribution deal with Warner Bros. Records and he is already working on the next project. Only days into the New Year, Rick Ross announced the title of his fifth album, God Forgives, I Don't. Days later, he added several artists to the Maybach Music roster.With Rick Ross' growing popularity and

Pill is honored to be on Maybach Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn January, Rick Ross went on a signing frenzy, adding artists left and right to Maybach Music. Last fall, Ross boasted of how he may end up signing Wale. During the early days of 2011, Rick Ross made things official and added him to the label. Less than a week later, he also added Pill to the label.With Rick Ross being one of the hottest rappers in

Wale plans to release Two Albums either This Year or Next Year

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2009, Wale released his debut album to positive reviews. He had planned to release another album in 2010. But, a proposal from Rick Ross put those plans on hold. When Wale decided to sign with Maybach Music, his label deal had to be restructured.During the downtime, Wale went into the studio and recorded new music. His plan was to simply put

Wale explains Kid Cudi truce, says its Bigger Than Hip Hop

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterNow a member of Maybach Music, Wale decided to take a trip down memory lane. After having a great friendship with fellow newcomer, Kid Cudi, the two engaged in a feud. However, the two managed to end their feud earlier this year.Wale said Kid Cudi contacted him via Twitter. Following his message, the two decided to talk. Once they talked, the