Why Roc-A-Fella Signed Kanye West

The creativity, the energy, the plan of action Kanye West puts into his music is inevitable. How could you not sign a artist with so much to add to the growing music industry.

The Rise of Migos

 

The MIGOS consisting of Quavo, Takeoff & Offset, are a group to be reckoned with. Basically blowing up twice, with Versace & Bad & Boujie, they've had nothing but bangers OUT the gate. 

Scottie Pippen’s Terrible Bulls Contract

 

Chicago managed to lock him down long-term at a bargain-basement price.

But how? And how did they get away with it for so long?

What Happened To John Amos On 'Good Times'

 

In 1974 Good Times would premiere showcasing black family life like never before. The series would star Esther Rolle, Jimmie Walker, Bern Nadette Stanis, Ralph Carter, and John Amos. Amos would surprisingly be removed from the show due to a number of issues. 

The Controversy With 50 Cent And Nas Over Jennifer Lopez - I'm Gonna Be Alright

 

Controversy ensued over the radio and album versions. Epic Records decided to place Nas on the radio version due to his popularity at the time instead of 50 Cent. 50 Cent became angry at "former" friend Nas. Nas threatened him, stating: "So he's like a kid living in a hip-hop fantasy world. J.Lo is a friend of mine, if she wants to do a record, I'm doing a record with her, 50 was like a little brother to me."

The Evolution Of Jay-Z

 

Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969), known professionally as Jay-Z (stylized as JAY-Z) is an American rapper and businessman. He is one of the best-selling musicians of all time, having sold more than 100 million records, while receiving 21 Grammy Awards for his music. 

MTV ranked him the "Greatest MC of all time" in 2006.

How Eminem Inherited Beef With Ja Rule

 

Unlike some of Eminem’s other feuds, he didn’t poke fun at or diss Ja Rule in a track first. The beef was initially between Ja and 50 Cent, however, the two rap giants can’t even agree on how it began.

How Lil Wayne Became Lil Wayne

 

Lil Wayne has been rapping since he was a child and has worked his way to the top of the charts. Lil Wayne's career began in 1991 at the age of nine, when he was discovered by Bryan "Baby" Williams and joined Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label.

Most of Lil Wayne's wealth is from his music and touring. The rapper earns more than $600,000 per show and performs as many as 50 shows each year, according to Forbes. From 2008 to 2009, Wayne's “Tha Carter III” tour earned roughly $42 million.

Understanding Why Michael Jackson Wore A Single Glove

 

Michael Jackson's single glove characterized a certain time in the singer's career. His hands, it seems, had a journey of their own, going from bare to a single glove, then white tapes were placed on his fingertips in the Dangerous era. But the single glove became as legendary as the moonwalk and the Thriller red jacket, though few have truly known the reason why it became part of Michael's 1980s look.

Why did Michael Jackson wear a single glove?

There are various differing accounts for why the glove was worn.

Some have suggested it was due to necessity over Michael Jackson's medical reasons, while others have suggested he used it to 'manipulate' the press.

Key Moments In Hip-Hop History

 

Hip hop is more than music; it’s a cultural movement that incorporates different elements of art. Before there was Lil Yachty, Young M.I.A., or YNW Melly, there was a world of hip hop artist who's name rain supreme even still today.

Back when music was real, artist had the opportunity to shine in their own distinctive way. Rap is one of the most distinctive features of hip-hop. Rappers use rhythm, lyrics, and vocal tone to express themselves. The best rappers are distinguished by their “flow” – the way the words run together without the performer getting tongue-tied.

#ArtistFacts: Cam'Ron Turned Down A VP Position At Roc-A-Fella Record

When Cam and his Dipset crew were just rookies on the label themselves, Roc-A-Fella co-founder Dame Dash offered his Uptown cohort a cool half a milli to ride shotgun under the ever-ascending Roc umbrella, but the Dipset capo wasn’t easily impressed by the offer that Roc-A-Fella star artist and co-founder Jay-Z knew nothing about.

After dropping his debut album Come Home With Me and signing his own group, The Diplomats, to the Roc imprint, Cam and labelmates State Property led Roc-A-Fella to an apex met by few in this genre of music. Dipset and State Property, powered by State Property’s Chain Gang albums, Juelz Santana’s From Me to U, Freeway’s debut Philadelphia Freeway, The Diplomats’ group debut album Diplomatic Immunity, the State Property and Paid In Full movies, made Roc-A-Fella a household name.

What Happened to Lorde?

 

Lorde, whose real name is Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, was groomed to be a star. After a recruiter saw footage of her singing at a middle school talent show, she was signed to a developmental contract and began working on her craft. She placed a heavy focus on lyrics and drew influence and inspiration from her mother, who is a poet.

Following the 2013 success of her internationally-renowned breakout hit “Royals,” New Zealand singer Lorde became one of the youngest artists ever to receive a Grammy—at age 17. While the artist may have soured on her own smash hit (likening it to a ringtone from a “2006 Nokia”), she went on to have remarkable success with the song. 

The Untold Documentary of Onyx

 

The Untold Story of Onyx, Who Fredro Starr, Sticky Fingaz, Sonny Seeza (Suave'), Big D.S and producer ChySkillz can never be imagined. Their unique success story has to be lived out to the fullest. One of Hip Hop's biggest groups spearheaded by the legendary DJ - Jam Master Jay of Run Dmc. Onyx defied the odds in 1993 and took an aggressive sound, style and movement Platinum plus.

What Happened Between Janet Jackson & Jermaine Dupri?

 

When it was revealed that Janet Jackson was dating Jermaine Dupri, everyone’s mouths dropped. Many people wondered what the empress of pop saw in the Atlanta producer. They seemed like complete opposites. But after close to a decade together, they suddenly decided to part ways. 

What Happened To T-Pain?

 

T-Pain is an influential rapper best known for songs like “Bartender” and “Buy U a Drank.” He was one of the most popular artists on the radio in the early 2000s. T-Pain is also a businessman and has immersed himself in the production side of the music industry.

In the early 2000s, T-Pain broke into the music business when he linked up with the influential artist Akon. T-Pain released his debut album, Rappa Ternt Sanga, in late 2005. The album became an instant hit with fans and critics and spawned popular singles such as “I’m Sprung” and “I’m N Luv (Wit a Stripper).”

Over the next few years, T-Pain seemed to be everywhere, releasing new music and collaborating with major artists like Chris Brown, Flo Rida, and DJ Khaled.

R. Kelly's Life in Prison Revealed

 

R. Kelly has been accused of numerous heinous crimes since the '90s... but it wasn't until 2019 that the singer was placed behind bars to await a trial that, as of November 2020, has yet to happen. Here's what life is like for R. Kelly in prison.

On July 11th, 2019, R. Kelly was arrested while walking his dog in Chicago and slapped with a 13-count indictment. According to ABC News, 

"[The charges included] exploitation of children, conspiracy to defraud the United States [and] coercion."

He entered a plea of not guilty but remained behind bars at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Chicago to await his trial, according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution.

The Untold Truth Of Chanel West Coast

 

West Coast is known from both MTV's Fantasy Factory with Rob Dyrdek, which features a crew of quirky real-life (if arguably exaggerated) characters, and Ridiculousness, a show that takes on (and takes down) "the most hysterical and absurd viral videos out there," InTouch notes that "the bubbly blonde" is also famous for being "the clapback queen of Instagram and one to watch in the music industry" thanks to her ongoing efforts aimed at establishing herself as a rapper.

Did Lil Wayne Betray His Young Money Crew?

 

It was recently reported that Lil Wayne sold his masters to Universal Music Group for $100 million back in June of this year. After documents of the deal were revealed, the sale reportedly included the master of Young Money artists as well. The three prominent artists on that list are Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Tyga. Given all of the work and culture shifts that the four artists have created, $100 million seems pretty cheap for ownership of their sound recorded copyrights.

This news led fans to speculate which albums were sold within the deal. According to the documents, the masters include every Drake album aside from his 2020 releases. Every 2020 release from the OVO CEO is under his OVO imprint in conjunction with Republic Records. Republic is also a subsidiary of Universal Music Group. Every project from 2009’s So Far Gone to 2018’s Scorpion is reportedly included in Wayne’s Universal deal. On the other hand, all of Nicki Minaj’s albums have fallen under the Young Money/Cash Money imprint since her debut release, Pink Friday.

Why Can't Beyoncé Stand Kim Kardashian?

There’s no doubt that Beyoncé is one of the most popular singers in the world and one of the most admired as well. But what would you say if I told you that she has a mortal enemy? Who? 

One clue, she is the queen of one of the most popular families on the planet. No, it’s not Kylie Jenner! I’m talking about Kim Kardashian. It seems that Beyoncé has so many reasons to be at odds with our dear Kim, you can't even imagine. Is it Envy? Competition? Their husbands? 

The Truth Behind Gucci Mane And Young Jeezy Beef

 

In 2005, Gucci and Jeezy joined forces on two tracks, “Black Tees” and “So Icy,” both produced by then up-and-coming beatsmith Zaytoven. “Icy” caught fire almost instantly in rap circles and Gucci Mane pushed it as his lead single from his debut LP, Traphouse.

Gucci Mane Charged with the murder of a Jeezy associate While Gucci was visiting a female friend on May 10, four men broke into the house and began assaulting him. Days later, Gucci turned himself in to police after a warrant was issued for his arrest. He was charged with the murder of Pookie Loc.