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
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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
John Legend knows who bit Beyonce, talks #JesusChristSuperstar, new music, and more on #TheBreakfastClub [VIDEO]
By Alyssa Debonair Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer During the 2004-2005 period, Kanye West took over the music world, and introduced his crew to the world. Far removed from Jay-Z and the whole Roc-A-Fella movement, Kanye West had G.O.O.D. Music. In the early days, they went by Getting Out Our Dreams. John Legend was originally a part of this
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Lil Wayne attended Birdman’s #BeforeAnythang album release party, and there is speculation about “Tha Carter V” finally coming
YRS Jerzy’s Wednesday Throwback: Jay-Z ft. R. Kelly – “Guilty Until Proven Innocent”
By YRS Jerzy Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer In 2000, Jay-Z originally didn't intend to drop a new album. At that point, he dropped a new album every year, since 1996. Due to his mounting legal problems, following the incident with Un, Jay-Z and Dame Dash decided to focus on building the Roc-A-Fella roster. With
Jay-Z spends $80,000 on bottles of Ace of Spades at Playroom NYC and leaves $11,000 tip (RECEIPT INCLUDED) [PHOTO]
By Alyssa Debonair Hip-HopVibe.com Staff Writer When it comes to overall growth, Jay-Z has shown what a man can do in a short frame of time. It's been nearly 22 years since Jay-Z dropped his first album. The Reasonable Doubt released marked the official launch of Roc-A-Fella Records, officially making him a businessman. Jay-Z