Trinidad James Officially Announces Signing To Def Jam

December 14, 2012
Trinidad James Officially Announces Signing To Def Jam

With rumors circulating since last week, Trinidad James confirms signing to Def Jam.

Rumors have been circulating on Twitter and the Internet for the past few weeks that Trinidad James signed a $2 million contract with Def Jam. Now, Billboard has confirmed that the buzzy rapper has in fact inked a deal with the label.

"Def Jam, thank you for believing," said James. Def Jam President Joie Manda added, "We're excited to welcome a young talent like Trinidad James to the Def Jam family. ... Def Jam prides itself as both a cornerstone of hip-hop's rich tradition, and as a vital, forward-thinking label dedicated to breaking and nurturing emerging artists. Trinidad James represents the cutting-edge of what's happening in the culture today. We are thrilled to have him at the label, and look forward to growing his already massive buzz."

The Atlanta, Georgia emcee has been on the rise over the past few months thanks to his breakout single "All Gold Everything." Over on YouTube, the video has clocked more than 3.1 million views.

James recently performed at New York City, New York's Santos Party House for a sold-out crowd that included executives from Def Jam and Atlantic Records.

 

Danny Brown Says Debut Album "ODB" Is Completed

December 14, 2012
Danny Brown Says Debut Album "ODB" Is Completed

Danny Brown discusses his Fool's Gold debut "ODB" and says it's been completed.

Ever since the release of his universally acclaimed XXX mixtape, Danny Brown has been earning a slew of high-profile guest appearances over the past year. Now, in a recent interview with Fader, the Detroit rapper discusses his studio debut, titled ODB.

Although he kept tight-lipped about the album itself, Danny Brown confirm...


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Rick Ross Renews Promotional Deal With Diddy's Ciroc Vodka

December 14, 2012
Rick Ross Renews Promotional Deal With Diddy's Ciroc Vodka

Rick Ross has re-signed his contract with Ciroc as a brand ambassador.

Over the past few years, Diddy's Ciroc brand vodka has become entrenched in Hip Hop through extensive product placement and artist co-signs. Now, it looks like Rick Ross has re-sign his contract with the famed liquor brand.

According to AllHipHop, Rozay has renewed his contract with Ciroc Vodka as an ambassador for the brand. This d...


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King Chip Discusses Cleveland's Hip Hop Scene, Changing His Name From Chip Tha Ripper

December 14, 2012
King Chip Discusses Cleveland's Hip Hop Scene, Changing His Name From Chip Tha Ripper

In an exclusive interview with HipHopDX, King Chip discusses his hometown of Cleveland and his recent name change.

Over the past few years, King Chip, a/k/a Chip tha Ripper, has established himself as a solid emcee and managed to put an increasing amount of spotlight on Cleveland. Now, in an exclusive interview with HipHopDX, Chip discusses his hometown's Hip Hop scene. Chip said that he believes th...


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Damon Dash To Open Art Galleries In South Carolina & Hong Kong

December 14, 2012
Damon Dash To Open Art Galleries In South Carolina & Hong Kong

Damon Dash announces plans to launch a pair of art galleries to expand DD 172.

Damon Dash has announced plans to open galleries in South Carolina and Hong Kong.

The move comes after Dame opened Poppington Art Gallery in Manhattan in September.

“South Carolina is the New York of the South…with beaches…I like the town and there is a strong undiscovered artistic community from music to art,” said ...


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Ma$e Shares Notorious B.I.G.'s Advice, Compares Himself To Tupac

December 14, 2012
Ma$e Shares Notorious B.I.G.'s Advice, Compares Himself To Tupac

Ma$e says he got jewels from Notorious B.I.G. and that he's doing "what Tupac envisioned to do" with his life.

After discussing his release from Bad Boy earlier this week, Ma$e is back in the press, now focusing on other topics. In this interview for Sway in the Morning, Ma$e shared jewels that Notorious B.I.G. once gave him. He also said the Biggie/Tupac beef changed his perspective on life and added that he is doing "what Tupac envisioned to do." 

"I remember...


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Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics Bases Three Companies In Ireland To Reduce Tax Liability

December 13, 2012
Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics Bases Three Companies In Ireland To Reduce Tax Liability

Dr. Dre establishes three companies to get a tax break.

Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics has set up shop in Ireland to reduce tax liability through the country's generous corporate tax rate.

According to Irish Examiner, the West Coast veteran has established three separate companies including Beats Electronics Services Ltd and Beats Electronics International Ltd. in Clonakilty, Co Cork. The companies share...


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Hip Hop Album Sales: The Week Ending 12/9/2012

December 13, 2012
Hip Hop Album Sales: The Week Ending 12/9/2012

Wiz Khalifa nearly grabs a #1 with "O.N.I.F.C." as Wu-Block stays strong on the Top 200.

The key addition to the charts this past week was courtesy of Wiz Khalifa. The DXnext alum and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania emcee's O.N.F.I.C. was within striking distance of a #1, but fell just shy of Taylor Swift for a #2 debut. This matches Wiz's first release with Atlantic Records, last year's Rolling Papers, whic...


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Snow Tha Product Discusses "Good Nights & Bad Mornings," Confirms Tech N9ne Collaboration

December 13, 2012
Snow Tha Product Discusses "Good Nights & Bad Mornings," Confirms Tech N9ne Collaboration

Exclusive: The 24-year-old Latina rapper highlights work on "Good Nights & Bad Mornings," discovering her own lane outside that of the Nicki Minaj archetype, and respect for the Strange Music crew.

Rappers are quick to acknowledge their adversity as a means for motivation to succeed in an industry that today is otherwise built for failure and letdown. If that’s the case, then consider S...


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Young Jeezy "Its Tha World" Mixtape Download & Stream Young Jeezy "Its Tha World" Mixtape Download & Stream

December 13, 2012
Young Jeezy "Its Tha World" Mixtape Download & Stream

UPDATE: Young Jeezy enlists Warren G, YG, Trey Songz, 2 Chainz and more for his new mixtape.

Young Jeezy has release some information regarding his latest project.

It's Tha World, Jeezy's first project since his last studio album TM103: Hustlerz Ambition, now has artwork and a ...


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Joe Budden Talks Trinidad James, Says The Rapper "Has Taken The Nation By Storm"

December 13, 2012
Joe Budden Talks Trinidad James, Says The Rapper "Has Taken The Nation By Storm"

Joe Budden says he would have liked to have brought Trinidad James out at his NYC show, reveals that he has heard the rapper's EP.

Prior to Atlanta rapper Trinidad James’ much talked about New York City show at Santos Party House on December 4, Slaughterhouse’s own Joe Budden stopped by The Angie Martinez Show on HOT 97 to speak briefly on the Southern spitter.

Budden even revealed that he was ho...


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Mase & A$AP Rocky On MTV's "RapFix Live"

December 13, 2012


Mase & A$AP Rocky On MTV's "RapFix Live"

Mase and A$AP Rocky chop it up with Sway Calloway.

Mase and A$AP Rocky are the latest to hit the set of MTV's "RapFix Live" with Sway Calloway.

Mase is in the house to talk about his recent return to music, most likely discussing everything from a possible new album to his collaborations with Kanye West and Wale.

A$AP Rocky is ...


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Game Is Open To G-Unit Reunion With 50 Cent & A Jay-Z Collaboration

December 13, 2012
Game Is Open To G-Unit Reunion With 50 Cent & A Jay-Z Collaboration

Game says there's a possibility of G-Unit reforming if 50 Cent "lets go of his ego" and shares thoughts on likelihood of a collaboration with Jay-Z.

In promoting his latest project, Jesus Piece, Game has been asked to speak on his past. In one recent interview with BET, Game was asked about past feuds with Jay-Z and 50 Cent. While discussing this, Game shared his feelings on a possible collaboration wi...


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Jean Grae Launches Multimedia Company, Plans New Web Sitcom

December 13, 2012
Jean Grae Launches Multimedia Company, Plans New Web Sitcom

Jean Grae launches a new multimedia company that will serve as the platform for her next solo projects.

Even though her deal with Talib Kweli's Blacksmith Records fell through, that isn't keeping Jean Grae from finding a new avenue to release her music. According to a recent re...


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Game & Big Boi First-Week Sales Projections

December 13, 2012

Game & Big Boi First-Week Sales Projections

The projected first-week sales are in for Game and Big Boi's respective albums.

Even though it's been less than 24 hours since Game and Big Boi released their respective albums Jesus Piece and Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors, it looks like the first-week sales projections have already been tallied.

Accordi...


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