Juvenile gets arrested in New Orleans over the Weekend

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe weekend did not go as planned for Juvenile. Over the past few weeks, Juve has been working on new music. Now signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, Juvenile is recording his new album. He has not talked about it, but the label wants him to reunite with his old Cash Money crew.In 2009, Juvenile reunited with B.G. and Lil Wayne. The three had planned to do

Juelz Santana gives Remy Ma credit

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj taking over the newsfeeds, many have overlooked Remy Ma. During the time before Nicki Minaj debuted and when Lil' Kim had legal troubles, Remy Ma held down the female rap game. But, when she landed in her own legal trouble, Remy Ma was sent to prison.For four years, Remy Ma has been in prison and her songs are hardly even

Birdman talks Jay-Z's "H.A.M." diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since 2009, Birdman has been challenging Jay-Z, warranting no response. First, he said Jay-Z did not deserve an award for The Blueprint 3. He felt his "son," Lil Wayne's Tha Carter III, was a better album.Jay-Z is known for being the ultimate rap businessman. Many rappers have modeled their business skills after Jay-Z. Birdman had something to

Is It Safe to call Lil Wayne a Legend?

By The VoiceHip Hop Vibe Staff Writer"The next time ya mention 'Pac, Biggie, or Jay-Z, don't forget to mention Weezy baby," Lil Wayne said three years ago. After spending three years on the mixtape scene, Lil Wayne released Tha Carter III during the summer of 2008.The album was met with mostly positive reviews, but was not viewed as a classic by many. Instead, the album was looked at as Wayne

Lil Wayne leaks "You & I" single from DJ Drama mixtape

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore going to prison, Lil Wayne released a new mixtape each week, so it was hard to miss him. Every year, since the release of his breakthrough Tha Carter III album, Lil Wayne has released a new album. His main method of promotion has been his mixtapes.In the middle of his career, Lil Wayne took some time off and hit the mixtape scene. Among the

Big Sean discusses "Watch the Throne," warns of Surprise

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnly weeks after the release of his solo album, Kanye West announced he was working on an album with Jay-Z. West was met with critical acclaim on his last album and wants to face-off with his mentor, Jay-Z, for an entire album. Jay-Z said Watch the Throne would be the first time he and Kanye West performed as equals.Their collaboration album has

Juvenile returns to Rap-A-Lot Records, possible Hot Boyz single

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2003, Juvenile returned to Cash Money Records, but he also established his UTP Records' label and the group. For their project, he set up a business deal with Rap-A-Lot Records. The group released their first and only album, The Beginning of the End, through Rap-A-Lot.Soon, Juvenile cut ties with both Cash Money and Rap-A-Lot to focus on his own

Birdman tells Lil' Kim to Fall Back

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLil' Kim has been baiting Nicki Minaj for months, over their similarities in style. Her frequent disses have warranted slight responses from Drake and a few others. Lil' Kim has also dissed such artists as Diddy and Drake over the feud. Nicki Minaj has been very vocal recently.The feud has been taken to a new height with Nicki Minaj calling out Lil'

Jae Millz to release Debut Album in Summer 2011

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor nearly ten years, Jae Millz has been waiting on the official release of his debut album. Jae Millz began his career back in 2003 as the first artist signed to Wanna Blow Ent. The label quickly took off and had two deals on the table.Both Warner Bros. Records and SRC/Universal were interested in landing Jae Millz. In the end, Wanna Blow Ent.

HHV Valentine's Day 2011: Lil Wayne - "Prom Queen"

Drake explains not doing Lil Wayne's "I Am Music II" Tour

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen Lil Wayne was released from prison, there were rumors of him getting into a fight with Drake. According to the rumors, Wayne was upset because Drake was acting cocky. While Lil Wayne was behind bars, Drake was living the good life and not visiting him.For a few days, the rumors continued to persist. However, Drake came out to deny the rumors. Lil

Birdman confirms Maybach Music deal

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhile Cash Money Records does not receive the radio play they received in the late 1990s, they are still one of hip hop's hottest labels. In 2005, a subsidiary label, Young Money, was launched by longtime artist, Lil Wayne.Young Money Entertainment has gone from being the side project from Lil Wayne to being the hottest movement in rap. Drake and

Drake addresses Roc Nation rumors

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Drake became one of the biggest rappers in the game, waving his Young Money flag high. The Toronto rapper has been recording his second album over the past few months. He is preparing to dominate the game one more time. This time around, he and Lil Wayne will share the spotlight.On Friday, there were rumors of Drake wanting to leave his

Drake solely focusing on "Take Care" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOver the past two years, Drake has been all over the radio in between his mixtapes, Thank Me Later, and his collaborations. In the midst of his popularity, Drake announced he was working on his second album. Not even a year since the release of his debut album and Drake is back in the lab.Last fall, Drake announced he would be returning to the studio

New Video of the Day: DJ Khaled ft. T-Pain, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, and Plies - "Welcome to My Hood"

Wiz Khalifa praises Lil Wayne's "Green & Yellow"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe past year has been incredible for Wiz Khalifa and he is happy to be in his current position. Wiz Khalifa has a model girlfriend, a hit single, and his album is on the way. Last week, he was even challenged by Lil Wayne, the biggest rapper on the planet.Wiz Khalifa's hit single, "Black & Yellow," became an anthem for his hometown Pittsburgh

Lil Wayne's "6 Foot, 7 Foot" video premiere Delayed

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterNot long after settling his issues with Bangladesh, Lil Wayne recorded "6 Foot, 7 Foot," a Bangladesh beat. Lil Wayne soon announced it would be the first single from the long-awaited Carter IV album.The song has been dominating the radio over the past few months and Lil Wayne has filmed a video for the song. But, he wanted to wait before releasing

Birdman responds to Jay-Z diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing Jay-Z's 2006 comeback, he received a flurry of disses from Lil Wayne. Wayne had left the mainstream rap game and took over the mixtape scene. Many people were considering Wayne on the same level of Jay-Z.Upon returning to the game, Jay-Z surprised fans when he invited Lil Wayne to record with him on his homage to Brooklyn, "Hello Brooklyn

Ja Rule's court date Moved to March 9

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYesterday, Ja Rule updated fans about his comeback attempt, announcing two albums will be released this year. The Queens rapper's last album was released in 2009. In an effort to make up for the lost time, Ja Rule plans to release two albums this year.Outside of making music, Ja Rule has been facing legal troubles for some time. In 2007, he was

Drake ft. Lil Wayne - "Miss Me"