By Yuriy Andriyashchuk Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer During the height of the Roc-A-Fella run, the label began heavily investing in Philadelphia. That expansion led to Beanie Sigel being signed to the label. His impact was immediately felt, as he came up big on "Reservoir Dogs," holding his own with The L.O.X. Ironically, just a few
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Tru Life talks squashing beef with Prodigy and serving eight years in prison on #TheCruzShow [VIDEO]
By Chox-Mak Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer When speaking of rappers with a lot of potential, Tru Life often ends up being mentioned. Before the end of Roc-A-Fella Records, Tru Life was signed to the Latin division. However, Tru Life ended up being incarcerated before dropping any music. Jay-Z remained high on Tru Life, but
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Made in America Festival 2018 announces full lineup, with Nicki Minaj and Post Malone headlining the show [PHOTO]
By Chox-Mak Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer Dating back to his original rap run, Jay-Z always has had love for the city of Philadelphia. Not only did Roc-A-Fella sign Beanie Sigel and Freeway, they also gave them the State Property imprint. That label signed many local Philadelphia talents. Years later, Jay-Z founded Roc Nation, which
Casanova and Kenny Burns | #DrinkChamps (FULL EPISODE); Kenny talks working with Jay-Z and Diddy + Casanova talks being signed to Roc Nation, justice system, Juelz Santana, 6ix9ine, Fabolous, and more [VIDEO]
By Chox-Mak Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer A major player, behind the scenes, in the industry is Kenny Burns. He was there, with Diddy, during the early days, before Bad Boy Records even existed. As his career expanded, he began working with Jay-Z and Damon Dash, with Roc-A-Fella Records. The progression of Jay-Z and the
Jim Jones talks reconnecting with Jay-Z and Cam’ron, being blackballed, and “Wasted Talent” album on #SwayInTheMorning [VIDEO]
By Chox-Mak Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer Last year, Jim Jones shocked people, when he joined Roc Nation. He has a history of dissing Jay-Z and trying to make Roc-A-Fella's last days as hard as possible. The Harlem rapper made a lot of enemies, during that run, despite making a massive record. Jim Jones resurfaced,
Jamie Foxx defends Kanye West’s #TMZLive rant, saying TMZ put him on display, and “don’t believe that sh*t,” regarding Kanye’s “slavery was a choice” comment [VIDEO]
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Kareem “Biggs” Burke talks prison inmates starring in his new film, Kanye’s tweets, and more on #TheBreakfastClub [VIDEO]
By Alyssa Debonair Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer To tell the story of Jay-Z, the early years have to mention Kareem "Biggs" Burke, as he helped fund Roc-A-Fella Records. Those first eight years saw Jay-Z become one of rap's biggest figures. Because of who he is, a lot has been said about his business