Jay-Z ft. Swizz Beatz - "On to the Next One"

Drag-On leaves Ruff Ryders

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDuring the late 1990s, Ruff Ryders was one of the hottest crews in the rap game, making hit records upon hit records. DMX was considered the toughest guy in rap and Eve was the first lady of the game. Drag-On was popular as one of the tough guys in the game, mainly because of his part with the Ruff Ryders.Things were great for Drag-On until the Ruff

Swizz Beatz talks DMX legal problems and dismisses Jay-Z feud

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently, Swizz Beatz opened up to the public about the ongoing problems of DMX. Ever since X first made it big in the game, Swizz Beatz has been right by his side. For the past few years, things have been rough for the Yonkers rapper, but he has always been able to count on Swizz Beatz.Swizz Beatz said he has known DMX for a long time and his

Swizz Beatz discusses New Album, "Haute Living"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing the release of One Man Band Man, Swizz Beatz said he would release his next album in 2008. But, with so much on his plate, he had to push the album back. At the time, Swizzy was dealing with DMX and Eve trying to land comebacks. Working with them left no time for himself.While trying to help his former superstars land comebacks, the producer

New Video of the Day: Maino - "We Keep it Rockin"

Swizz Beatz impressed by Jay-Z and Kanye West

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterAfter the first release off Watch the Throne, Jay-Z and Kanye West have a guaranteed sale for the album. The first single, "H.A.M.," has caught the attention of the entire rap world. Rumor has it, the song contains a diss to Birdman in Jay-Z's verse. The hip hop community is waiting for a reply.Earlier today, Swizz Beatz replied to the record. He has

Album Review: Kanye West - "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterMr. West is back by unpopular demand with his fifth studio album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. It has been two years since the last Kanye West album and the rapper has a story to tell. Following his incident with Taylor Swift, the media crucified Kanye West and some thought his career was over.Kanye West took some time off, then he came back in

Rick Ross announces New Album and First Single with Drake

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSwizz Beatz proclaimed 2011 would be a bigger year than 2010 was for Rick Ross. Even though some people are not sold on his abilities, he was. It seems as if Rick Ross overheard what Swizz Beatz said because he is back at it. Not even five days into the New Year and the boss is back.This morning, Rick Ross revealed the first cut from the album. Once

Pusha T readies "Fear of God" mixtape

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast summer, Pusha T signed to G.O.O.D. Music and began his solo career. For eight years prior, Pusha had been one half of the group, The Clipse, with his brother, Malice. They had a great start during the summer of 2002, signed to Star Trak Entertainment.But, following their 2002 debut, The Clipse have been on a consistent popularity decline. Four

Swizz Beatz warns fans of Rick Ross takeover

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently Swizz Beatz made waves when he announced his favorite rapper to be Rick Ross. Despite the incredible year he had in 2010, he has still been written off by many. Swizz Beatz did not have the opportunity to work with him, but he still loved what he heard out of Rick Ross.Not only did Swizz Beatz say Rick Ross was his favorite rapper, he also