Rick Ross begins recording "God Forgives, I Don't"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith a good portion of the business taken care of, Rick Ross is back to doing what made him famous in the first place. Recently, the Carol City rapper has been working on his latest album, which is titled God Forgives, I Don't. For this album, Ross plans to continue his trend of recording with the stars.Rick Ross has been busy over the past few months

Rick Ross talks Warner Bros. deal

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRick Ross surprised many of his hip hop mogul friends, when he decided to establish a deal with Warner Bros. Records. Jay-Z helped Rick Ross get signed to Def Jam. Birdman has been a frequent collaborator. Diddy has taken Ross under his wing in recent years.Last year, Rick Ross' stock rose very high. Many feel he was the top rapper, aside from Eminem

Rick Ross signs Pill to Maybach Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIt took four years for Rick Ross to become the face of Def Jam. He also became one of rap's biggest names in the process. Outside of simply rapping, Rick Ross has become a major executive in the music industry. In 2008, he launched his Maybach Music label and has signed several artists to the label.Last fall, Ross spoke of possibly signing Wale. Last

Will Rick Ross follow in Jay-Z and Diddy's footsteps?

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRick Ross pulled off a boss move when he landed an exclusive deal with Warner Bros. Records. When he first came into the game, Rick Ross was nothing more than a rapper. Jay-Z helped him land a lucrative deal with Def Jam, while he was CEO.While Jay-Z would soon step down from his executive role at Def Jam, he and Ross bonded. The two recorded together

Rick Ross sets up shop with Warner Bros. Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently, there were rumors about where Rick Ross would be going. Following the release of Teflon Don, Ross was a free agent. But, he also has a growing record label he is looking out for. Due to his popularity, everyone began making offers to the boss.Jay-Z helped Rick Ross break into the game when he made him a part of Def Jam. Soon, DJ Khaled, a

HHV Valentine's Day 2011: Rick Ross - "Aston Martin Music"

Meek Mill talks Maybach Music signing

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast week, Rick Ross shocked fans when he announced he had signed Meek Mill to Maybach Music. The news came only days after Wale confirmed signing to the label. Rick Ross has set out to prove he can also be an effective businessman.Rick Ross proved he could become the most popular rapper in the game last year. His success, in music, last year, caught

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

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

Black Rob disses Bad Boy Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThere has been plenty of discussion about Black Rob over the past few months. After letting the people have their say about him, Black Rob has decided it is his time to talk. He has reminded people of his history in the game and how popular he was.Eleven years ago, Black Rob posted a major hit with his "Woah" single and the remix. But, it took several

Rick Ross adds Meek Mill to Maybach Music's roster

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnly days after adding Wale to his label, Rick Ross is back to work on more projects. The Miami rapper is currently working on his fifth album, God Forgives, I Don't. While working, Ross is also recruiting new artists for his Maybach Music Group label.Established in 2008, Rick Ross added his group, Triple Cs, to the label. He also signed each member

Wale talks new Mayach Music deal and Roc Nation

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen he was working on his first album, Jay-Z announced Wale's debut album was the first release under Roc Nation. It was soon revealed Roc Nation was handling all of the management for Wale. The album was released through Interscope Records.Wale built his buzz up for most of 2010. His new lyrics spread all over the hip hop world. Still, 2010 was the

Rick Ross causes a Bidding War with Major Executives

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2005, Rick Ross was picked up by Jay-Z and signed to a lucrative deal with Def Jam. Before his days with Def Jam, Ross was signed to Slip-N-Slide Records. After doing two albums with them, Jay-Z moved him off the label and over to Def Jam, solely.Around this time, Rick Ross also established his own record label, named Maybach Music. The label's

Wale officially signs with Maybach Music

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2008, Wale signed with Interscope Records and released his debut album, Attention Deficit, the following year. Aside from the Interscope deal, Wale had a management deal with Roc Nation.Wale would leave Interscope during the summer of 2010. While looking for a new label, Wale made high profile collaborations with rising stars. Along the way, Rick

Rick Ross ft. Chrisette Michele and Drake - "Aston Martin Music"

Rick Ross named Man of the Year by The Source

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe year of 2010 has been great for Rick Ross, as he has dominated for most of the year. Ross had a very high-profile feud with 50 Cent last year and emerged on top. When the new year came, he released a very popular mixtape, followed by a very popular album.Even as the year comes to a close, Teflon Don is still being played in cars all around the

Kanye West ft. Jay-Z, Rick Ross, and Nicki Minaj - "Monster"

Rick Ross - "I'm Not a Star"

Rick Ross says Wale is the next Kanye West

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOut of nowhere, Rick Ross has become one of the biggest hip hop executives. The Miami rapper has been one of the biggest rappers in the game for some time and took things to the next level. Currently, he has some of the biggest rising talent signed to his label.When Rick Ross boasted that he might sign Wale to his label, most shrugged the comments off

Rick Ross ft. Styles P - "B.M.F."