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Jae Millz Newest Member of Lil’ Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment

Posted by Burmy on 02/28/08
Filed under: Albums, Record Labels

Newark, NJ -- It seems that Lil' Wayne is ready to expand his Young Money Entertainment roster nationwide, from New Orleans to New York City. At a packed-house concert at the Newark Symphony Hall on Sunday, February 24, Weezy introduced Harlem rapper Jae Millz as the newest member of his squad. Later in the week, Jae Millz …


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DJ Khaled Launches WE THE BEST MUSIC With Def Jam Records

Posted by DJ Z on 02/15/08
Filed under: News, Press Release, Record Labels

New York, NY -- From the mean streets of Dade County, artist and producer DJ Khaled has re-focused worldwide attention on the Miami hip-hop scene, and now enters into an exclusive partnership between his label, We The Best Music, and Def Jam Records, it was announced today by Antonio ‘L.A.’ Reid, Chairman, Island Def Jam Music Group. The artist ACE …


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Ruthless Records Celebrates 20th Anniversary, Releases New 2008 Schedule

Posted by DJ Z on 02/15/08
Filed under: News, Press Release, Record Labels

Los Angeles, CA -- Ruthless Records, one of the most successful independent music labels of all time, celebrates its 20th anniversary with a full roster of fresh new talent and an exciting 2008 release schedule. The new face of Ruthless Records includes a Latin Pop female, an R&B angel, a hip-hop lyricist, a mid-western rapper and a get-the-party-started group from …


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Koch Records Inks Bubba Sparxxx and “New South Ent” Label

Posted by DJ Z on 02/12/08
Filed under: Albums, News, Press Release, Record Labels

New York, NY -- KOCH Records is proud to announce the signing of Bubba Sparxxx and his New South Entertainment label. One of the most forward thinking rappers to bless the game, Bubba will release his fourth studio album in the summer of 2008. He’s been actively working on new material that will blow away his long …


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Devin the Dude Decides to Puff Puff Pass on Rap-A-Lot

Posted by DJ Z on 02/05/08
Filed under: News, Record Labels

Houston, TX -- After more than 15 years with his one and only record label, Devin the Dude has decided not to renew his contract with Rap-A-Lot Records in an effort to pursue other career options. Since signing his deal with the Odd Squad on Rap-A-Lot records in 1992, the legendary comedic rapper has been splitting the spleens of hip-hop …


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Kidz In The Hall Ink Deal With Duck Down Records

Posted by DJ Z on 11/27/07
Filed under: News, Record Labels

New York, NY -- Duck Down Records, in an effort to continue to expand its roster, is proud to announce the signing of Kidz In The Hall. Double-0, the Producer/DJ and Naledge, the Lyricist/MC, Kidz In The Hall are looking to become one of hip-hop's most admired acts, destined to leave a legacy of artistic brilliance and after recently finishing …


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Singer Solange Knowles Is Moving

Posted by DJ Z on 11/20/07
Filed under: Record Labels

Los Angeles, CA -- Singer, songwriter and actress, Solange Knowles, is moving to Los Angeles and moving to a new record label. Solange's new label is Geffen records via a new joint venture relationship with Music World Music. There will be more announced soon on the Solange Knowles and Music World/Geffen relationship.


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Micheal “5000” Watts Turns Up the Voltage

Posted by DJ Z on 11/20/07
Filed under: News, Record Labels

Houston, TX -- Notoriously known for his signature brand of Chopped and Screwed Remixes, as well as countless other attributes, Swisha House founder, Micheal "5000" Watts is the latest official member of the Bumsquad DJ'z family. The coalition has celebrated a milestone year with regards to branding itself with events like its Annual Bumsquad DJ'z Family Reunion, and the DJ …


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SMC Pledges Allegiance To Killer Mike & Grind Time Official

Posted by DJ Z on 11/16/07
Filed under: Albums, News, Record Labels

San Francisco, CA -- Killer Mike and his Atlanta based label, Grind Time Official, have joined forces with Bay Area based record label, SMC Recordings. The first release from this dynamic partnership will be the continuation of Killer Mike's critically acclaimed Pledge series and will be titled, "I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind II". Killer Mike got …


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Clipse Ink Deal With Rick Rubin at Sony/Columbia Records

Posted by DJ Z on 10/28/07
Filed under: News, Press Release, Record Labels

New York, NY -- Platinum-selling rap duo the Clipse have inked a deal with Rick Rubin at Sony/Columbia Records. The move cements Columbia 's commitment to a growing urban music roster that includes global phenoms Beyoncé, Prince and Three 6 Mafia. Under the legendary auspices of Rubin, who personally sanctioned the deal, and the fittingly-named A&R rep Hip-Hop--think Jay-Z, Kanye …


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