1.22.2008

Diddy Still Own's A Percentage of the LOX's Publishing????


Young Buck Readies Cashville/Sony Debut


After being out of the spotlight for a minute, Tennessee's favorite son Young Buck is back on his grind. SOHH caught up with Buck as he explained where he's been, his seemingly distant relationship with 50 Cent and his new power moves.

With a new label, Cashville Records, a new look - he's cut off his trademark braids - and a new album ready to drop, Buck says that he's been patiently waiting for his turn.

"I just basically been touring, promoting my last project and getting ready for the release of my new album, Product Of The South," Buck told SOHH. "Buck is in a good place. A lot of people want to see me succeed and that's why I created my own brand, Cashville Records. I'm just stepping up to the executive bracket. I'm still a part of G-Unit, 50 is still my boss when I'm doing G-Unit and I'm my boss over here. I'm trying to establish me and just getting to my money."

The new album, which is slated to hit stores on April 1, will feature guest appearances by Young Jeezy, Plies, Devin The Dude and Brotha Lynch Hung with production by Hi-Tek, Drumma Boy and Sha Money XL. The album will be released on the rapper's own label and, according to Buck, will be a totally different regime and sound than his previous work with G-Unit.

"It's a totally new feel to the music," he said. "I can definitely tell you it's gonna be all fresh sounds. I'm working with new producers. I wanted a separate sound and feel from G-Unit. I mean, how could it be a new label if I went with the same stuff as ya'll used to hearing from G-Unit?"

With the rapper noticeably missing from overseas tour dates with the Unit, people have speculated on his relationship with G-Unit boss 50 Cent. Buck says that while the relationship has changed, he wouldn't call it beef.

"I wouldn't say that the relationship has deteriorated, " he explained. "At the end of the day, I been over here getting money and establishing me. My relationship with 50, it is what it is. 50's becoming bigger by the day."

"We don't communicate as much as we used to, but that's cool because I'm not the type of artist that's gonna wait for the CEO to make a move for me," he continued. "I respect 50 to the utmost. Even though at times to the world it seems like 50 ain't down with me, I still stay loyal to the n*gga because he put me in this position. It's just he's more focused on 50 more than anybody. Everybody wonders, what's up with Buck and Fif? He's a business man. He gets the final word and makes the [business] decisions for G-Unit. Anything outside of that, you gotta ask 50 about."

Rumors of beef aside, Buck says that he's focusing on the music, with another G-Unit group album in the works but says that no release date has been set as of yet. His ties with the G-Unit camp are apparently still as in tact as ever, as Buck will also be making an appearance at Sha Money XL's One Stop Shop producer's conference on March 8-9 in Phoenix, AZ.

The conference is set to be an outlet for up and comers and a platform for hip-hop's next generation of beat makers to get advice from the big boys. In addition to that, he's laying the foundation for his Cashville Records to be a success and says that he's even willing to work with 50's former adversaries, even long time Fiddy rival The Game.

"My label is Cashville, not G-Unit," Buck said. "We'll see who chooses to holler and if it's a positive move that's going to benefit the label and my artists, then we'll work it out. It's a whole new year, there's new money to go get."

A lot of those situations [between 50 and other artists] were obviously not my situations," he added. "I'm open to those that are open to me. I ain't trippin' if [Game] ain't trippin'. I ain't trippin' if the world ain't trippin'. I'm in a lane where I got other people's lives to think about too now. This is a fresh Buck."

And though he says that he feels that Interscope could have done more to market and promote his last album Buck The World, he says that nothing will stop this newest disc from reaching the heights that it's supposed to.

"This record is ghetto gospel, reality rap that identifies with the people still in the struggle," he said. "I'm bringing that feeling back to the game. I'm still gonna make those club, party, feel good songs but look how high these gas prices are. People need to get back to talking about something on these records. As long as there's a mixtape scene or an internet, my presence will always be felt. Buck ain't going nowhere."

Product Of The South will hit stores on April 1 on Cashville/Sony.

taken from www.sohh.com

1.18.2008

The Game And Big Fase 100 Reconcile According to BWS DJ/Producer Nu Jerzey Devil

Taken From XXLMAG.com

There are a lot of rumors surrounding Black Wall Street. First off, are The Game and his brother Big Fase talking again?
Yeah, we’re one big happy family again! The Game and Fase have cleared all of their differences. Everybody is back together and The Black Wall Street is whole once again. Everybody has resolved their differences.

That’s great to hear after all the drama they’ve been through.
When I first heard the news, it was the best news that I have heard in years. I’ve been there since day one, so I know how it was with Fase there and how it was without him there. I was torn between the both of them. I came into BWS through The Game, but I was real close to Big Fase. I couldn’t pick a side so I stayed cool with both.

1.16.2008

Gillie Da KId's Video for Get Down On The Ground

Gillie Da Kid reknown ghost writer for Cash Money Records and member of the group Major Figgas resurfaces with his new single Get Down On The Ground. The self proclaimed King of Philly's released the video recently. It can be viewed below.

12.26.2007

Tru Life Continues Verbal Assault on Jim Jones

Tru Life continues his verbal assault on Jim Jones and the diplomat camp. This time Chicago's own JoJo Capone steps from behind the camera and discusses the matter.




Jay-Z to Step Down and President of Def Jam

Influential rap mogul Jay-Z is leaving his post as president of Def Jam Records, Universal Music Group announced today.

The rapper said in a statement that he'll keep churning out music for his record label, Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam. Carter, who was named president of Def Jam three years ago, said "It's time for me to take on new challenges. I am pleased to have had the opportunity to build upon the Def Jam legacy, helping to move the company into a new era of artistic success."

"Jay made it clear to us that he feels the time has come to take on different challenges in his life. While we regret his decision to move on, we certainly respect it ... While he will continue to be one of our signature artists, he will nonetheless be missed in this executive capacity." Reid said in a statement.

In December 2004, Def Jam bought Roc-A-Fella, the company Jay-Z founded in 1995, and named the hip hop mogul its new president and CEO. He has helped sign popular artists such as Rihanna and Ne-Yo to the label.

Carter took over Def Jam in December 2004 in an incentive-laden deal that was reportedly valued at up to $10 million. His appointment followed the exit of Lyor Cohen, who departed to be chief executive of Warner Music Group.

taken from Nobody Smiling

12.23.2007

2pac and Dr. Dre Bill Bellomy Interview

In this interview Tupac discusses his affiliation with Death Row, professional goals, as well as expectations for All Eyez On Me. Dr. Dre is featured on part 2 of the Interview. He also comments on his future plans as well as his collaboration with 2pac.



12.12.2007

50 Cent Spreads G Unity

"Real Gangsters Made Hook Holidays" Beanie Sigel


There has been much speculation over 50 cent since is rise to prominence. From being labeled a snitch, and America's nightmare amongst other classifications. However, one can't dispute the Jamaica Queen's native propensity for philanthropic efforts.


G Unity a foundation established in 2005 has an impecable grant and event history. In a video featured below one can see his desire for direct outreach.

12.10.2007

AZ ft Syles P The Hardest Out

Styles, " The Ghost" P and AZ "The Visualiza" have teamed for the New York street banger the hardest out. The video can be viewed below.