Raekwon explains RZA's Absence on "Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYesterday, Raekwon shocked fans when he announced his longtime group-mate, RZA, would not be a part of his new album. But, he explained there were many reasons why he was not going to be a part of the new album. Despite the two not working together, there is no beef.Raekwon has taken a new direction for Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang and RZA was not a major fan.

Raekwon discusses New Album and Nas

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2009, Raekwon released Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II. The album was well-received by critics and fans alike. After being away from the game for some time, Raekwon was back. While everyone was celebrating, Raekwon was not satisfied.Before he began recording the album, Rakewon knew he wanted to work with Nas. The two rappers met up and Nas agreed

Album Preview: Raekwon - "Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRaekwon plans to release the follow-up to his 2009 album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Part II later this year. Towards the end of last year, Rae announced his latest album, Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang, late last year.Over the past few months, Raekwon has been working on putting the new album together. Last year, Raekwon said he wanted Nas on his album and they

Raekwon releases "Shaolin vs. Wu Tang"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing the release of the critically-acclaimed Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II, Raekwon announced he was back in the studio. Originally, Raekwon intended to release the follow-up to this album in 2010. But, for creative reasons, Raekwon chose to push the album back.Late in 2010, Raekwon announced he was recording his follow-up album, Shaolin vs.

Raekwon doubles up in 2011, plans to release Two New Albums

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing a successful year in 2009, Raekwon planned for an even bigger year in 2010. He decided to wait until later in the year to release his next album. But, the recording process would take longer than he expected. Because of this, Raekwon announced he would release Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang in 2011.Raekwon recently announced his album would be released