Kanye West lands in More Hot Water

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRight when it seemed as if Kanye West had put his career back on track, he got knocked off again. The Chicago rapper was doing great until the release of the "All of the Lights" single. First, Rihanna lies to a cancer charity to perform with West at the All-Star Game and then the video is critically-panned.Critics have accused Kanye West of stealing

Big Sean discusses "Watch the Throne," warns of Surprise

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnly weeks after the release of his solo album, Kanye West announced he was working on an album with Jay-Z. West was met with critical acclaim on his last album and wants to face-off with his mentor, Jay-Z, for an entire album. Jay-Z said Watch the Throne would be the first time he and Kanye West performed as equals.Their collaboration album has

Jay-Z working with "Black & Yellow" producers

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore "Black & Yellow," Wiz Khalifa was a no-name in the rap game. The track was produced by Stargate, a production duo known for doing tracks with Ne-Yo. Despite already being known, their career boosted after working with Wiz. The duo teamed with Roc Nation in 2008 and Jay-Z is now ready.Jay-Z is currently working with Kanye West on their

Will Jay-Z remain in the Office?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2003, Jay-Z "retired" from hip hop because he felt he had done all he could as a rapper. Jay-Z moved on to become the head of Def Jam. Many assumed he had the highest possible position in rap music. When he gave this up in 2007 to return to rap, many questioned his motives.In 2006, Jay-Z "saved" hip hop with his Kingdom Come album, which was

Talib Kweli discusses Jay-Z and Kanye West's "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore he became famous, Kanye West worked closely with Talib Kweli. While he is now associated with the "in-crowd" of the hip hop game, Kanye West still works with Talib Kweli. Currently, Kanye is working with Jay-Z a collaboration album and Talib is among the first to hear it.Ever since the release of their first single, "H.A.M.," everyone has been

Will Jay-Z release a New Album in 2011?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn recent years, Jay-Z has been spending more time running his businesses than making music. Despite being considered one of the best rappers of all-time, Jay-Z said he was a businessman. Coming from the Brooklyn projects, Jay-Z had one of two ways to make a better life for himself.Jay-Z spent most of his early adult years trying one way to build the

Kanye West announces New Album in Summer 2011

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since he returned from his hiatus, Kanye West has been working overtime. First, he released My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy and announced Watch the Throne with Jay-Z. With the Jay-Z album coming in a little over a month, Kanye West is making even more plans.Following the release of Watch the Throne, Kanye West will begin filming the video for "

Young Guru pushing Jay-Z and Kanye West to finish "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBarely two months following his own comeback, Kanye West announced he and Jay-Z would release their own album. Following a week of speculation, Jay-Z confirmed Watch the Throne. Less than a week later, the first single, "H.A.M.," was released.It seemed as if the album would definitely be on the way. The two rappers took over a Manhattan hotel room to

50 Cent talks "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThroughout his career, 50 Cent has been very critical of Kanye West and Jay-Z. In 2007, 50 Cent challenged Kanye West to a battle of album sales. After Kanye West won the battle, 50 Cent targeted him with several disses. 50 Cent dissed Kanye for two years with no response.Later in 2009, 50 Cent used Beanie Sigel to ignite a feud with former rival,

Jay-Z discusses Kanye West's growth

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently, Jay-Z and Kanye West decided to expand their upcoming EP into a full album. Titled Watch the Throne, this album will be the first time Kanye West records as Jay-Z's equal. West has been the most-successful protege of Jay-Z and held down the Roc when Jay retired for a brief period.Usually, Jay-Z saves a spot on his albums to record with Kanye

Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Flame prepare "Ferrari Boyz" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIt seems as if every popular rapper is teaming up with their mentor for collaboration albums. Last summer, Drake announced he and Lil Wayne would be hitting the studio for an album. Kanye West and Jay-Z made a similar announcement a few months ago.One upping the other duo, Kanye West and Jay-Z even released a single, "H.A.M." Sometime this month, the

Drake takes credit for "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterNews of Jay-Z and Kanye West's Watch the Throne has spread like wildfire. The rap world has gone crazy after hearing only one song from the album. Apparently, they are doing something right after rival, Jim Jones, even praised their collaboration.Kanye West has regained the rap throne after being in the shadow of Rick Ross and the Young Money movement

Swizz Beatz impressed by Jay-Z and Kanye West

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter the first release off Watch the Throne, Jay-Z and Kanye West have a guaranteed sale for the album. The first single, "H.A.M.," has caught the attention of the entire rap world. Rumor has it, the song contains a diss to Birdman in Jay-Z's verse. The hip hop community is waiting for a reply.Earlier today, Swizz Beatz replied to the record. He has

Jim Jones talks Jay-Z and Kanye West

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn the past, Jim Jones has had feuds with Jay-Z and Kanye West over the 2004 Roc-A-Fella breakup. When the Roc was at its best, the label added Cam'ron and his Diplomat imprint. The deal, however, was not approved by Jay-Z. The addition of Cam'ron and his crew led to the split.Jim Jones, at the time, was nothing more than the businessman of the crew.

Jay-Z and Kanye West go "H.A.M."

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast week, Kanye West announced the first single from his album with Jay-Z, Watch the Throne, would be released. The two rappers decided to record together last year. Kanye West has fought his entire career to prove himself to Jay-Z. Despite his constant praises, West always felt like the little brother.Jay-Z feels Kanye West did a lot of growing up

Kanye West promises "Watch The Throne" album in One Week

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThere has been a lot of talk about Kanye West after he pulled off the impossible with My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Many media outlets suggested West quit after his actions in 2009. Kanye West simply took time off and came back in his best form yet.While promoting his fifth album, he made a shocking announcement when he said he had another album

Jay-Z and Kanye West take "Watch the Throne" to New York City

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter being questioned by the media, Jay-Z and Kanye West are back to work on their long-awaited album, Watch the Throne. The two have been recording for the album in Paris. Recently, they decided to take the album back to the States.When they started recording the album, the duo took over a room at New York's Mercer Hotel. In their return to the city

Jay-Z and Kanye West recruit Bangladesh for "Watch the Throne"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterJay-Z and Kanye West grabbed headlines at the beginning of the year, when they announced their collaboration album. The album was named Watch the Throne and marked the first time Kanye West would record with Jay-Z as his equal.Only days after announcing the album, a single was released from the album. Early in 2011, "H.A.M." was released and received