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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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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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