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Megan Thee Stallion Reveals That She Isn’t Interested In Signing To A Label

October 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Megan Thee Stallion is still dealing with the fallout from a high profile legal battle with her former 1501 label. In particular, she’s accused label head Carl Crawford of making decisions in an attempt to deliberately sabotage her career and withholding money that she was owed. Clearly, that’s affected Megan’s approach to the music industry. Now that she’s returned to releasing new music she’s elaborating on her approach to labels going forward.

Megan took to her Instagram live to share updates with fans and that included an explanation of how her new music is being handled. “This part of my album is very much so funded by Megan because we’re trying to get off… Y’all know what’s the tea. But I have no label right now,” she begins. Megan has only been a part of two new singles this year. The first was an appearance on Cardi B’s “Bongos” which was released through Cardi’s label Atlantic. Her other single is from the soundtrack for D*cks: The Musical, an upcoming film she’s acting in. That song was released through production studio A24. Check out the clip from her Instagram live below.

Megan Thee Stallion Going Without A Label

She went on to explain where the funds for her new music are coming from. “And we’re doing everything funded straight out of Megan Thee Stallion’s pockets. So, the budget is coming from me. Motherf*cking Hot Girl Productions! The next sh*t y’all about to see is all straight from Megan Thee Stallion’s brain and Megan Thee Stallion’s wallet. We are in my pockets, hotties, so let’s do our big one.”

Overnight, 1501 Entertainment hit back at Megan. She’s requesting in court that the labels money be handled by a third party in the short term until their legal bindings are untangled. 1501 is describing the move as “bad faith and solely for harassment.” What do you think of Megan releasing her new music independently? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Veeze Launches New Warner Records Imprint Label Navy Wavy

September 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Veeze has teamed up with Warner Records to launch his own imprint label, which shares a name with the rapper’s 2019 album, Navy Wavy. The news was shared today, and he says that spending time with higher-ups at Warner Records inspired him. “Going golfing with Aaron Bay-Schuck and Tom Corson really persuaded me to do the partnership,” he explained. “Those guys are first-class gentlemen and I can see myself learning a lot from them.” They had some kind words for him as well, noting that his work alongside Terrence “Snake” Hawkins is quite impressive.

“What Veeze and Snake have built independently is nothing short of spectacular,” Bay-Schuck, the CEO of Warner Records, says. “Veeze is joining the Warner family with commercial success, real fandom, and incredible momentum,” he adds. “We look forward to now adding our own expertise to make Veeze one of the most important artists in music.”

Veeze Teams Up With Warner Records

Veeze Launches New Warner Records Imprint Label Navy Wavy — Rapper Veeze performs onstage at Crypto.com Arena on August 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

Bay-Schuck continues, “The relationship between Gee Roberson and Jean Nelson of Blueprint – who were instrumental in bringing Veeze into Warner – Snake, and myself goes back over 20 years, so it’s a real full circle moment for us all to now be back in business together. Tom Corson and I are over the moon that Veeze decided to join the Warner family. Now if only he will give us some golf tips…”

“Veeze is the definition of how being resilient, teachable, loyal, as well as remaining true to yourself, can ultimately change your life for the better. This partnership will open doors not only for Veeze to grow as an iconic artist, but also pave the way for his Navy Wavy imprint,” Snake adds. “Together we will change the wave of music, deal structures, and the art of collaborations.” Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more news.

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Charleston White Claims He Maced Sauce Walka & His Label Crew

August 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Charleston White is building up quite the combative reputation these days, although he’s always been well-known for his antics. Moreover, this discussion largely centers around his actions at the Influencer Boxing Championship, during which he attacked various people. One of these incidents got a lot of attention online because the media personality maced his opponent following an altercation. Now, it seems like he’s clarifying that he actually has a lot of skills in this department and previous experience. For better or worse, it’s exacerbated this narrative and only gives more context to his aggression and behavior.

Furthermore, Charleston White recently hopped on social media and claimed that he once maced fellow Texas native Sauce Walka. Not only that, but he also claimed to have maced pretty much the entire crew that comprises Walka’s label, The Sauce Factory. “I’m going mace-cr*zy,” White said at the beginning of his bizarre online rant making these allegations. In addition, he boasted about “checking every rapper that got in [his] face” with no security. Whether it’s advisable or not, it’s doubtful that he’ll bring the heat down.

Charleston White Alleges That He Maced Sauce Walka & TSF

After news of his macing antics went viral, the controversial figure addressed it on social media. “N***a, I don’t do no motherf***ing bar fight,” Charleston White exclaimed. “N***a, I don’t want no motherf***ing bar fight. I am an amateur professional boxer. You don’t put your motherf***ing hands on me outside no motherf***ing boxing ring. I’m a sanctioned fighter, n***a. I’m a sanctioned fighter and you trying to fight unsanctioned. N***a didn’t know that I got them motherf***ing mace boxing gloves. He lucky I don’t press charges. That’s assault, n***a. What he want me to do, press charges? Nah, n***a, you just keep them hands off of me until we get in the ring.”

Meanwhile, this surely brought a lot of attention and extra hype to these boxing matches. Whether it’s the best way to promote series like these remains to be seen, but there could be more altercations in the future. Hopefully they aren’t as legitimately dangerous and White can focus on his real boxing skills. On that note, keep checking in with HNHH for the latest news and updates on Charleston White.

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Irv Gotti Says JAY-Z Carried Roc-A-Fella

August 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Irv Gotti says that JAY-Z didn’t need any help with the success of Roc-A-Fella and that Dame Dash was just “along for the ride.” He spoke about the iconic record label during a recent appearance on the Drink Champs podcast.

“I don’t think Jay likes Dame,” Irv Gotti said during the interview. “Did I say something that people don’t know already?” From there, he added: “Jay didn’t need nobody. [Dame Dash] started Roc-A-Fella with Jay and Biggs, so he should get credited. I’m saying the making of the records, I don’t know what you want me to say. Jay didn’t need nobody. Jay was picking the beats, Jay was rapping over the beats, Jay was making things. It was all Hov. Dame was along for the ride. It was a great ride.”

Irv Gotti & JAY-Z Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of “Reasonable Doubt”

Jay Z and Irv Gotti during Jay-Z Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of “Reasonable Doubt” – Inside at Rainbow Room in New York, United States. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/FilmMagic)

The topic of JAY-Z and Dame Dash arose while discussing the Book of Hov exhibit at the Brooklyn Public Library. N.O.R.E. referenced rumores that Dame Dash’s name was allegedly removed from the event. “Our goal, with The Book of Hov tribute exhibition, is to provide a behind-the-scenes look at a Hall of Fame songwriter and performer, successful business person, and a consequential philanthropist who has never forgotten the lessons he learned on the road to success,” a statement on the exhibition’s website reads. “And the borough where his journey began.” The exhibit will run through October of this year.

Irv Gotti Praises JAY-Z

JAY-Z and Dame Dash’s relationship has had rocky moments several times over the years. In 2021, JAY-Z and Roc-A-Fella Records sued Dame Dash over an attempt to sell Reasonable Doubt, as an NFT. Elsewhere in his appearance on Drink Champs, Gotti discussed working with Nas, the YSL case, and much more. Check out the interview above.

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Lil Baby Signs Rylo Rodriguez To New Label, Glass Window Entertainment

August 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Lil Baby has signed Rylo Rodriguez through his new label, Glass Window Entertainment, in partnership with Capitol Music Group and Motown Records. Although terms of the deal were not announced, Variety reports that it is a multi-million-dollar deal. Rodriguez previously inked a deal with Baby’s record label, 4 Pockets Full (4PF), and Virgin Music in February 2020. Baby’s label now goes by Glass Window Entertainment.

DJ Akademiks initially broke the news of Rodriguez’s signing by sharing a video of Baby signing a contract and handing it off to Rylo Rodriguez. Making the news official, Capitol Music Group’s Chair and CEO Michelle Jubelirer said in a statement: “We are excited to welcome Dominique, Rylo and the Glass Window Entertainment team to Capitol Music Group/Motown Records. Glass Window and Virgin Records have done a phenomenal job introducing Rylo. We’re thrilled to support this remarkable artist and upcoming Glass Window releases.”

Lil Baby & Rylo Rodriguez In NYC

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 29: Lil Baby and Rylo Rodriguez attend Rylo Rodriguez Album Release Party on June 29, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images)

“I’m overly excited for Rylo and for his fans and the world to really get to see him on a larger platform,” Lil Baby added. “It’s been a long time coming with Rylo and even longer to go! We got work to do and money to get! Thank you to Motown/Capitol Music Group and Universal Music Group for trusting my process and I’m looking forward to a wonderful partnership!”

Baby previously explained why he’s confident in Rodriguez’s future success during an interview with XXL in 2021. He said of the artist: “One thing about Rylo, he reminds me so much of me. He doesn’t call me for anything—studio time, beats—he doesn’t call me for anything and he turns in the work and the work is always proper. So, anytime you have somebody who can do that on they own and handle they own business, you’re already like, 70 percent winning. Once they deliver the rest of the music on time, it’s just like, perfect. I can definitely see him up next. Only thing he gotta do is keep his formula and just keep putting out music and he got it.” Rodriguez signing with Glass Window Entertainment comes following the release of his latest project, Been One.

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Boosie Badazz Slams Empire Records For Not Paying Him For Yung Bleu

July 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Boosie Badazz slammed Empire Records on Instagram Live, Saturday, accusing the label of failing to pay him for signing his artist Yung Bleu. Boosie has a distribution deal with Empire Records.

“You wouldn’t play with me like this, bro,” Boosie began, before demanding a meeting. “Pay me my fuckin’ money, bro. Y’all forged my fuckin’ signature, bro. Now you and all parties involved will receive paperwork. If not Monday, then this Tuesday, it’s just this, okay? Now you all hit back. Now. You wanna hit back now? What up, bro?” Check out the full clip below.

Boosie Badazz Attends BET Awards

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 25: Boosie Badazz arrives at the 2023 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 25, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)

It’s far from the first time Boosie has voiced his frustration with Empire. He previously threatened to take them to court following Bleu’s 2019 departure from Boosie’s Vandross Music Group. He’s clarified that he has no issue with Bleu himself in the situation.

Bleu addressed the contractual dispute during an interview with HipHopDX in 2020. “I came to Boosie and told him I still wanted to rock with the brand but not signed to Columbia no more,” he explained at the time. “I just wanted to rock independently, without a major label and Boosie was cool with it. He just wanted me to give him his profit and participation on the albums that I had left with him and I did.”

Boosie Fires Back At Empire

Boosie goes off on Empire Records over not being paid for his artist Yung Bleu https://t.co/52WCdDsvQr pic.twitter.com/EKXNZZ7vuL

— HipHopDX (@HipHopDX) July 2, 2023

Bleu continued: “I was going to do that either way, whether we had a contract or not, because I had albums still left with him and he ain’t have to let me go. He ain’t have to let me go free and go sign a deal, you feel me? But he did. I respect the man and we got a different type of relationship. I’m still Bad Azz, though. I’m Bad Azz for life.”

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Erica Banks Claims 1501 Owes Her Money In New Snippet

June 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Erica Banks is the next in a long line of artists to take issue with her label. A new unreleased snippet of her music emerged where she called out the label. “And they owe me some money, they greedy,” the song’s lyrics read. She followed up the snippet by saying that she is no longer with the record label. Each of her 3 most recent projects were released on 1501 Certified including her breakout 2020 mixtape Erica Banks. Her debut studio album 2022’s Diary Of The Flow Queen was also released on the label, but it could be her last.

In the comments under the post, many pointed out Megan Thee Stallion’s similar issues with 1501 certified. “Meg tried to tell it but she was so pressed to be the new head female of that label she ignored it..well a lesson learned,” one comment read. “Megan Pete baby add this to your court docket and y’all team up to take his a*s straight to the bank because everybody need to see this label for what it really is and you can tell they have absolutely no respect for women!!” another comment says.

Erica Banks Takes Shots At Her Label

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Erica Banks recently received some praise from high places when Ice Spice gave her her flowers. In response to the praise Banks’ called Ice Spice “everything.” The interaction started when it was announced that Banks’ would be joining Love & Hip-Hop Atlanta.

The biggest story of the year so far for Erica Banks has been her ongoing beef with recent XXL freshman Finesse2Tymes. After the pair had a short-lived relationship they started a beef. The conflict saw the pair exchanging increasingly NSFW shots back and forth publicly. While the beef ultimately didn’t lead to anything particularly dramatic Banks seems to have had no problem moving on. She was recently on Twitter flirting with fellow rapper Sukihana. What do you think of Erica Banks calling out her label? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Conway The Machine Confirms Drumwork Album Release Date

June 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Conway The Machine is one of the most prolific artists in rap music right now. After already being involved in numerous musical projects so far this year he just announced the release date for another. His label, Drumwork, is about to release a new compilation album showcasing their various talents. The album is a similar premise to those from numerous other artist-led labels. Dreamville, YSL, G.O.O.D. Music and many others have made similar compilations in the past. Drumwork’s project is officially scheduled for release on July 7th.

Conway The Machine’s Instagram post served as both an announcement and a preview. The new project includes a documentary series on the label, which fans got a taste of. In the video he posted various artists explain how the label initially came to be and how they all turned hard times into great music. The first single from the forthcoming project dropped earlier this month. “Elephant Man” saw Conway teaming up with Goosebytheway, SK Da King, Heem B$F, and Rome Streetz for a banger posse cut.

Conway The Machine Stays Busy

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Conway The Machine has already release two full albums in just the first half of 2023 alone. Back in March he dropped the album Pain Provided Profit. The project was a short outing that saw Conway teaming up with frequent-collaborator Jae Skeese. He followed it up with a more fleshed out new solo album in May. WON’T HE DO IT featured Benny The Butcher, Westside Gunn, Juicy J, and many of the Drumwork artists expected to appear on the upcoming album.

Conway The Machine recently amazed both his fans and his fellow rappers. A video posted to Instagram saw the rapper heading to the studio directly after being released from the hospital. Fans couldn’t believe that Conway could have leg surgery and then turn around and get back to work so quickly. It’s not surprising he’s been releasing a lot of music given his dedication to keeping busy and recording. What do you think of the forthcoming Drumwork label album? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Dr. Dre Had To Change Original “Aftermath” Label Name For This Reason

June 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Dr. Dre is one of the most legendary producers in the history of hip-hop. His story of founding his record label Aftermath and the success it went on to have is part of rap music history. But the influential label was almost called something completely different. Over the weekend MC King T, the label’s first ever signee told his story of its early days in an interview on Murder Master Music Show. One of the most interesting details revealed during the whole thing was that Aftermath was almost called something completely different.

Earlier in the interview King T sets up how he became involved with the label. “I’m like one of the first artists he wanted to sign, we just ended up in the studio up at Record One, they just put on a beat and I just knocked it out,” he explains. The resulting song was “Str-8 Gone” which T still has a lot of love for. “one of the best songs I’ve done in my career. I was just happy to be working with Dr. Dre.” Later on in the interview, he explains that he signed on so early the label wasn’t even called Aftermath yet. I was there before the name Aftermath even came about. I think it was something like Black Market or something” he explains.

Dr. Dre’s Label Was Almost Never Aftermath

King T also provided an explanation for why the original name was changed. “You know what it was something like Black Market, but somebody else had it, they were trying to sell it to Dr. Dre for some buku money,” he explained. They ended up putting the ‘Str-8 Gone’ song on the first compilation they ended up putting out on Aftermath.” This isn’t the only story recently that’s had fans reminiscing on Dr. Dre’s past. He and long-time collaborator Snoop Dogg just dropped another tease for their upcoming collaboration Missionary.

Reports from behind the scenes have had fans buzzing about the duo getting back in the studio together. Even so, the album doesn’t have any confirmed release date and it’s unclear when fans can even expect to hear it. What do you think of the original name of Aftermath being “Black Market?” Let us know in the comment section below.

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Conway The Machine Gets Gritty On New Posse Cut “Elephant Man”

June 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In an already extremely prolific year, Conway The Machine and his Drumwork label have more on the way. The Griselda rapper dropped a new single called “Elephant Man” which features himself and numerous members of the label. Goosebytheway, SK Da King, Heem B$F, and Rome Streetz round out the artists lending their voices to the track. Despite the crowded room of collaborators, the track wraps up in a tight 4 minutes that gives everyone a chance to show off what they’ve got.

Alongside the release of the song was an announcement that there’s a full Drumwork album coming later this summer. Labels like YSL and Dreamville have made similar moves in the past. The resulting albums served as a display of the variety of talent a particular label has on its roster. Though many of the Drumwork members have similar styles, they collaborate frequently and fit together well. Label members like Jae Skeese, 7xvethegenius, and Goosebytheway have appeared often on recent Conway The Machine albums.

Conway The Machine And Drumwork Present…

Drumwork as a whole has had an extremely busy 2023 already. Last month Conway The Machine himself dropped a whole new album WON’T HE DO IT which had collabs from Drumwork and Griselda members. He also dropped a collaborative tape with Jae Skeese called Pain Provided Profit back in March. And as if that wasn’t already enough, Skeese followed it up with a full album of his own later that month. The album, Abolished Uncertainties was his and the label’s most substantial undertaking yet.

Conway The Machine shared in an interview recently that he has become increasingly reclusive. He says he dealt with “severe anxiety” during a party celebrating the release of his last album. Tell us what you think about Conway and Drumwork’s new song in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world.

Quotable Lyrics:

The Prezi on the left hand, the boy set precedents, damn
The bezel and band dance like Elephant Man
They still tryna further their careers, but don’t ever advance
Every time Machine drop a record, it mess with they plans

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