By Yuriy Andriyashchuk Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer The current industry climate includes a lot of talking about being independent. Since the 1990s, when artists got on by owning their labels, most artists try to go independent. Few of them go as independent as Yella Beezy, who hails from Dallas. Yella Beezy dropped "That's On
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HHV On The Rise Artist of the Year: J-Haze
By Chox-Mak Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer Nothing is harder than trying to find success, while being independent, regardless of the profession. Going against the establishment is never easy. At the same time, it's also never impossible to go against the establishment and win. J-Haze is one of those artists who built his name as
Hip Hop Vibe’s On The Rise Artist of the Year: Styme
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Hip Hop Vibe’s Rookie of the Year 2013: Troy Ave
By K.B. Tindal Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer To be the best, one has to challenge the best and Troy Ave did this in more ways than one. For the past couple of years, Troy Ave has been making his inroads in the game, but he turned up in 2013. This year,
Hip Hop Vibe’s Rookie of the Year: Meek Mill
By Hardcore Critic Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer Some may argue Meek Mill deserved this distinction a year ago. Those who feel that way need remember Meek Mill’s official debut album came out this past October. With strong debuts from 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar, it was difficult choosing one new artist. But,
Hip Hop Vibe’s Rookie of the Year: Big Sean
By Hardcore Critic Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer Two years in the making was Big Sean's emergence into the rap game. Signed to Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music, Big Sean was destined to rise to the top of the game. However, when Big Sean released his debut single, "My Last," with Chris Brown,
Hip Hop Vibe’s Rookie of the Year: Wiz Khalifa
By The Hip Hop Writer Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer There has been a lot of talk about Wiz Khalifa over the past few years. Representing Pittsburgh, Wiz wanted to do it big for his hometown. While several famous rappers have come from the other major city in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, no successful