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

Hip Hop Vibe's Album of the Year: Rick Ross' "Teflon Don"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Rick Ross promised he would deliver a classic album for 2010. Classic was an understatement as Rick Ross stepped things up on his fourth album. He has established himself as one of the true bosses of the game.The year of 2010 was transitional for hip hop as the usual suspects were missing. Jay-Z did not release an album, T.I. was in prison,

Rick Ross takes High Road with Grammy snub

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor the second straight year, Rick Ross has been snubbed by the Grammy Awards. The rapper recently spoke of one day hoping to win a Grammy. After last year's snub, Rick Ross promised he would dominate 2010 in order to receive recognition.As promised, Teflon Don dominated 2010 as Rick Ross posted hits with "Super High," "B.M.F.," and "Aston Martin

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 lands All-Star lineup for "Self Made" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOn his past few albums, Rick Ross has been loading up on the big-name guest appearances. Now a big name, himself, Ross is able to land more features on his albums. Ross and his Maybach team recently completed their Warner Bros. debut, Self Made.Much like 2010's Teflon Don, the new album is filled with big-name guest appearances. J. Cole, Diddy, Drake,