Sha Money XL has been appointed the role of senior VP of A&R at Def Jam Records. The executive expressed his excitement at being a part of the changes at Def Jam, an iconic label founded by Russell Simmons and Rick Rubin. “It’s a true blessing to be part of …
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The Game Drops New Track “Gangs In New York”
Compton, California rapper Game debuted a new single (April 23rd) titled “Gangs in New York” featuring Jadakiss and Jim Jones. The track, which was produced by Scoop Deville, is featured on Game’s upcoming mixtape RED ROOM, not R.E.D. Album as previously reported. In a new interview, Game discusses his upcoming …
DJ Premier Issues Formal Statement On Guru
DJ Premier has issued his official statement on the death of former rap partner Guru. Both men release six influential albums as Gangstarr. “It was a sad day for me to get confirmation on the death of man who I will continue to call my brother, Keith Elam, better known …
Guru of Gangstarr Dies, Writes Letter To Supporters
Legendary Gangstarr artist Guru has succumbed to cancer after a lengthy bout with the disease. The artist, born Keith Elam, died on Monday April 19. He was 43 years old. Solar, Guru’s partner, expressed sadness over the loss. “The world has lost one of the best MCs and Hip-Hop icons …
Jay-Z, Russell Simmons Rally For 7-Year-Old Rape Victim
A number of Hip-Hop heavyweights will head to Trenton, New Jersey in support of this weekend’s “Stop the Violence” rally. Hip-Hop superstar Jay-Z will take part in the rally, after hearing the shocking story of a seven-year-old girl, who was gang raped in an apartment in the city on March …
Master P. Jumps Into MMA World To Raise Money For Haiti
Master P. will jump into the world of Mixed Martial Arts next week during a fight designed to raise proceeds for Haiti. Miller will serve as a judge during the WGC Fight for Haiti MMA bout taking place at the Pasadena Convention Center on April 9th in Pasadena, Texas. Rapper …
