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Gucci Mane Releases “1017 Up Next EP” As He Looks For New Artists To Sign

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Gucci Mane’s looking to expand the 1017 roster even further. Though he built the label up within the past two years, several artists signed to him have been either incarcerated or passed away. Foogiano and Pooh Shiesty remain behind bars while Memphis’ own Big Scarr tragically died from a drug overdose in late 2022. Though many have noticed a pattern among those who ink a deal with Gucci, he isn’t allowing the public narrative to prevent new artists from joining the roster.

This morning, Gucci Mane debuted three new songs as part of the 1017 Up Next EP. “Dropboy Freestyle,” “CEO Flow Freestyle” and “Droptopwop Freestyle” appeared on DSPs this morning, along with an open verse on each song. The rapper invited up-and-coming talent to tackle the records with a 16 and share it on social media platforms with the hashtag #1017UpNext. He explained that he and his team will scour through Instagram so they could find the next big star to sign to the label.

Gucci Mane Seeks New Talent

The release of the three-song pack comes shortly after he joined forces with 21 Savage and DaBaby for “06 Gucci.” Though he’s released a handful of records prior to that, including the Kodak Black-assisted “King Snipe,” the release of 1017 Up Next also prepares Wop for his next studio album. He explained that whoever comes through with the best verse will not only land a deal with his label but will also, a feature on Wop’s new album, which is due out on October 17th, 2023. Hopefully, it won’t be long until they find the next 1017 Millionaire.

Besides Gucci’s professional ventures, 2023 is already turning out to be a great year for the 1017 boss. In February, he and his wife Keyshia Ka’oir welcomed their second child together. Iceland Davis was born on Feb. 8th, 2023, which the couple celebrated on their respective Instagram pages. “Im so thankful that my baby girl is here and she so pretty and healthy 2/8/23 7lbs 2oz ICELAND DAVIS,” Wop wrote on Insta. Given that his son, Ice Davis, served as the executive producer on Ice Daddy, perhaps the same will happen with his newborn daughter. 

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Gucci Mane Returns To His Old Ways On “06 Gucci” Ft. 21 Savage & DaBaby

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It’s a Zone 6 thing on Gucci Mane’s new single. The Atlanta native returned this morning with the release of “06 Gucci,” a collaboration alongside fellow East Side Atlanta rapper 21 Savage and DaBaby. GuWop takes a trip back to his stomping grounds for the video for his latest record, which recreates iconic looks from projects like The Trap House and the video “My Kitchen.” Ambezza and Nik Dean’s suspenseful production serves as a level playing field for Gucci to lock in with two artists he undoubtedly influenced.

Ultimately, “06 Gucci” serves as an ode to Gucci’s longevity in rap but as the title suggests, he finds himself returning to his old ways, for better or for worse. “I feel like it’s me in ’06 and ’07, ’08, and even ’09/ Still hard to kill, the last n***a tried, go ask him, he didn’t survive,” he raps with what seems to be another jab at Pookie Loc. Still, he issues a firm reminder of his brilliance before his transformation and the clone conspiracies. “Geeked up, I stay out of my mind/ Still was ahead of my time,” he continues, a bar that looks back at Twitter’s glory days. 

Gucci Mane’s Still In His Prime

Between compilations like So Ice Boyz: The Finale and So Icy Christmas and putting the 1017 roster in focus, Gucci Mane continued to give fans an abundance of music. Though we haven’t received a full solo body of work since Ice Daddy, he delivered promising singles like “King Snipe” ft. Kodak Black and his ode to the late Migos member, “Letter To Takeoff.” Hopefully, these records indicate what he might have in store next.

Meanwhile, 21 Savage continues an epic run into the 2020s. In November, he and Drake blessed fans with their joint project, Her Loss, and later this year, they’ll hit the road together in support of the effort. We also anticipate that he’ll come through with a new solo album sometime soon, as well, especially since we’re nearing the 5th anniversary of i am > i was. As for DaBaby, he closed out 2022 with the release of “Joc In 06” and recently joined forces with Rob49 for “Hate it Or Love It.”

Quotable Lyrics
You a stepper, then go put your boots on
He get hit the K if he move wrong
G block, y’all trap in the school zone
You know I’m the wrong n***a to snooze on

BiC Fizzle Formally Introduces Himself On “Clark Street Baby”

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1017 rapper BiC Fizzle puts on for Blytheville, AR on his debut project, Clark Street Baby.

Fizzle’s been putting in work over the past few years since Gucci Mane signed him to 1017. From singles like “Bandit” and “Never Dream” to recent releases, like viral records like “On God,” BiC Fizzle’s undoubtedly coming to claim his stake in the game.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 26: Rapper BiC Fizzle performs onstage at Club Novo on May 26, 2022 in Los Angeles, Chile. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

Today, he provides a better glimpse into his potential with the release of his debut project, Clark Street Baby. His new project is a double-disc effort with 31 songs in total. Clark Street Baby is a lengthy body of work but clearly, he had a stash of music that he wanted to unleash. The entire project is filled with features, as well as a slew of previously released records. NoCap, Cootie, Big Yavo, Li rye, and KATO2X appear on the tracklist of disc one. Disc two largely contain previously released records and collaborations. Gucci Mane, Quavo, Hotboy Wes, the late Big Scarr, Big30, and BigWalk Dog appear in the second half of the project. 

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 26: Rapper BiC Fizzle performs onstage at Club Novo on May 26, 2022 in Los Angeles, Chile. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

We previously spoke to BiC Fizzle shortly after he inked a deal with Gucci Mane. He explained that he aims to create authentic, relatable music.

“I be just trying to rap, making real music. Trying to be an artist,” he said. He further explained that he wasn’t particularly determined to make music that dove into street life.

His new album undoubtedly accomplished that. Check out Bic Fizzle’s new project Clark Street Baby below.

Joe Budden Questions Gucci Mane’s Artists Always Being In Trouble

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There has been a string of unfortunate luck for Gucci Mane and his 1017 artists. Gucci has established himself as a Rap icon and he developed his label to help other artists get their taste of the good life. However, in recent years, there has been one headline after another about tragedies befalling his rappers. Joe Budden tackled the touchy topic on his podcast by addressing the discussions about Gucci’s purported bad luck.

“Who people are signing, how people are signing them, and why people are signing them needs to be under thorough examination from all parties involved in the music business,” Budden stated.

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He also mentioned the sports world and how changes were made when a string of injuries were reported.

“Studies and new science showed the game was affecting players’ bodies differently,” burden continued. “So, they started coming up with these new theories, like shortening the season or making the playoffs shorter or whatever they was doing.”

“The same thing has happened in rap in the last decade where we have never seen this many people die. We’ve never seen this many shootings, stabbings, clique beef, arrests, RICOs. I have never seen it in Hip Hop.”

Most recently, Gucci has been at odds with the relatives of his rapper Big Scarr. It was reported the 22-year-old died of an accidental drug overdose.

Read More: Gucci Mane Advocates Against Pooh Shiesty’s “Unacceptable” Prison Conditions

In addition to Scarr’s passing, several 1017 artists have faced legal troubles. Mac Critter was recently arrested on first-degree murder charges, and Foogiano was hit with five years in prison. Pooh Shiesty received five years for a firearm charge, and Hotboy Wes was also arrested in connection to a robbery.

Budden spoke on the “death of A&R” and the “death of musicianship.”

“A whole roster that is suffering,” he said. “And I don’t think it’s coincidence anymore.” Additionally, “It don’t matter that one of them made a good song. And now, it done sold however many million or made however many millions.”

“If n*ggas don’t have the information, if n*ggas don’t really know how to move in this space… Life expectancy for rappers is short already. For me, as a rapper, it’s scary as sh*t out there right now.”

Check out Budden explaining his point below.

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Big Scarr’s Girlfriend Calls Out His Family For Allegedly Shooting Music Video At Funeral

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It’s only been a few weeks since Big Scarr tragically passed away at just 22 years old. According to reports from his family, the 1017 rapper died from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs.

Unfortunately, the weeks following his death have been messy. It all began when the late artist’s siblings publicly called out his label boss, Gucci Mane, for ghosting the family. This is allegedly after he offered to cover the costs of the funeral soon after his passing.

Rapper Big Scarr performs onstage during Parking Lot Concert Series presents: Gucci Mane & The New 1017 at Gateway Center Arena on October 17, 2020 in College Park, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Now, the late rapper’s girlfriend is joining in to call out his family for their mishandling of his passing. Additionally, she goes on to accuse them of shooting a music video at the funeral service.

“Y’all really FAILED Alex as family & friends. Y’all aired ALL his personal business out, from the preparation to the funeral till afterwards. Wtf happened to privacy?? Flexing in his jewelry like it’s yours. PUT HIS SH*T UP! He not here to put it on you so don’t wear that sh*t. EMBARRASSING as hell,” she writes in the lengthy Instagram post on Monday (January 9).

“It’s only one BIG SCARR he can never be duplicated! Can’t even grieve in peace! Too much clout chasing going on! Sh*t disgusting!” she continues afterwards.

Furthermore, the family also accuses the “Wake Up in the Sky” rapper of asking for Scarr’s 1017 chains back.

However, Gucci’s wife, Keysha Ka’oir took to her Instagram account to defend her and her man. In the post, she subsequently shares a photo of a receipt from a funeral home for $10,000. “PAYMENT DIRECTLY TO FUNERAL HOME! Leave my husband alone!” she writes. “We also sent FLOWERS & not even a THANK U,” she says in a separate post to her Instagram Story.

Scarr’s sister, Alexandra Woods, says that they did receive the $10,000 payment. However, she says it’s not enough. “That’s why we said he didn’t help.. That wasn’t enough. My brother funeral was 60K in all,” she allegedly says in an Instagram Live.

The “Havin Fun” rapper’s father has since spoken out, defending Gucci Mane amid all of the drama. “Certain things were said that shouldn’t have been said. It was wrong. Man-to-man, I wish someone would’ve just dialed my number and talked to your guy, 100. All this out of control. Gucci and them the best thing to ever happen to my son,” he says explicitly in an Instagram post.

Scarr dropped his debut album, Big Grim Reaper, in April of 2021 and was a prominent member of Gucci’s label, 1017 Records. Rest in peace Big Scarr.

What are your thoughts on the situation? Comment below. Finally, stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest updates.

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Gucci Mane’s Artist Mac Critter Charged With First-Degree Murder

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Both Gucci Mane and one of his newest artists, Mac Critter, had an incredibly busy year in 2022. Gucci spent most of his time putting on for his label, 1017 Records. He dropped three collaborative projects featuring many members of his crew and other friends in the industry. The last of which is the 80-song So Icy Boyz: The Finale.

Rapper Gucci Mane performs onstage during Day 1 of the 2022 ONE MusicFest at Central Park on October 08, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Critter has a few appearances on the monstrous project. Additionally, he dropped nine full-length tapes of his own. In October, the world was witness to him officially signing to the “I Get the Bag” rapper’s label.

However, the 25-year-old is now in some serious legal trouble. A report from FOX13 indicates that authorities are charging the rapper with first-degree murder. “MEMPHIS RAPPER CHARGED WITH MURDER: Daniel Bates who goes by the stage name Mac Critter hit with FIRST DEGREE MURDER. Mr. Critter back in October became an artist signed to Gucci Mane’s record label. Critter apparently turned himself in yesterday,” writes Jeremy Pierre, a FOX13 Memphis reporter, in a tweet.

Authorities are also charging three other men with the murder that allegedly took place in December. Gary Taylor and Danterio Owens are additionally being charged with first-degree murder in the case. The alleged fourth suspect is still at large.

All four men are allegedly responsible for fatally shooting the victim, Markeith Taylor, with handguns. A witness alleges that they didn’t stop shooting, even after the victim fell to the ground. Furthermore, the witness says they saw two of the men stand over the victim’s dead body with a gun.

It’s alleged, in the affidavit, that he was there but he is not the shooter. When Gary Taylor got bond, he was the alleged shooter. I was optimistic that we were going to get bond today but we didn’t,” says Critter’s attorney, Arthur Horne, in a statement. The “1 of 1” rapper reportedly turned himself in on Monday (January 2).

Finally, make sure to stay tuned to HNHH for the latest updates in music and pop culture news.

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1017 Rapper Big Scarr Dead At Age 22

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Rising rapper Big Scarr has reportedly died at 22 years old. Known for his hit 2021 project Big Grim Reaper, he was signed to Gucci Mane’s new 1017 lineup and also collaborated with label mates Pooh Shiesty and Foogiano on several tracks.

Born Alexander Woods, he was formerly set to accompany fellow Memphis native Key Glock on his upcoming “Glockoma” tour. Seemingly referencing the sad news of his passing, the “Russian Cream” rapper penned on Instagram Friday night following the news, “This s**t wicked wtf bruh!!!”

Also appearing to mourn Big Scarr’s loss, his label mate Enchanting took to her Twitter, writing, “Y’all don’t understand how much I love this boy why would he leave me like this.”

READ MORE: Gucci Mane Drops Baby Racks From 1017 A Day After Signing Him

An official cause of death has not yet been revealed. However, Gossip of the City reported that the “Frozone” rapper “overdosed on percs in front of his girlfriend.”

Known for his clever lyricism and trademark deep voice, Big Scarr had been growing his fanbase over the past couple of years while also pulling in millions of views on YouTube. Earlier this year, the “SolcyBoyz” star secured a spot on the 2022 XXL Freshman list.

Speaking on his South Memphis roots, he told audiomack last year, “Where I’m from, motherf**kers don’t make it to see 18.”

“You know how they say if you make it to 25 you an OG? I feel like if you make it to see 18 in Memphis you’re an OG,” he also shared. “And it’s most definitely changed: motherf**kers dying, motherf**kers going to jail. A lot of s**t changed.”

R.I.P. Big Scarr. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.

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