Jim Jones Buzz: March 2011

Shyne talks Lil Wayne and Rick Ross [VIDEO]

Audra the Rapper talks Maybach Music deal

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Before Maybach Music became as big of a deal as it currently is today, Audra the Rapper was associated with Rick Ross. During the summer of 2009, Audra met Ross at a radio station. While at the station, Ross gave Audra his Twitter information and the two had some communication.

However, a few months passed before Audra the Rapper even heard from Rick Ross again. During the time away, Audra had put together her mixtape, The Miseducation of Audra. On the mixtape, she released her own version of Ross' hit, "B.M.F." Upon hearing the remix, Rick Ross called her and showed his support.

In the time since then, Rick Ross has signed several artists to his still-growing Maybach Music label. Ross has also inked a long-term distrubution deal with Warner Bros. Records. Audra the Rapper reflected on her partnership with Maybach Music and she feels she happened to be at the right place at the right time, nothing more, nothing less.

New Video of the Day: Diddy Dirty Money ft. Drake, Trey Songz, and Rick Ross - "Your Love"

Busta Rhymes reflects on Roc-A-Fella/Terror Squad fight at New York club

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Three of the biggest crews in hip hop during the late 1990s were from the Big Apple. Jay-Z's Roc-A-Fella Records, Fat Joe's Terror Squad, and Busta Rhymes' Flipmode Squad. Busta maintained good relationships with both crews. But, there was never much love between Roc-A-Fella and Terror Squad.

For years, there have been rumors of Jay-Z and Big Pun getting into an altercation at a New York club. Rumors suggest Pun ended up hitting Jay-Z over the head with a bottle. While he has never spoken on it directly, rumors also say Jay-Z has subliminally dissed Fat Joe and Terror Squad several times.

In 2008, Jay-Z and Fat Joe officially ended their "beef" with the help of Swizz Beatz. Older and wiser, Busta Rhymes is providing insight to what happeend that night. Busta said he visited Roxy and when he got there, his "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See" was playing repeatedly. It surprised Busta on how much love it received, but this surprise ended when a fight nearly broke out between the Roc and TS.

The fight was ended when Kid Kapri decided to play Busta Rhymes' hit yet another time.

Young Dro - "Polo Down"

Killer Mike talks Pill signing to Maybach Music

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last year, Killer Mike signed with Grand Hustle Records, the label owned by T.I. But, he has also been the head of his own label for a few years. Named Grind Time Records, the Atlanta-based record label was the initial home for Pill.

Pill recently signed with Rick Ross' Maybach Music label. Unlike most CEOs in this situation, Killer Mike is actually very happy for his former artist. Mike said he had never been in the position to hold a career in his hands and not be able to pull through.

Killer Mike is happy Pill was able to link up with Rick Ross and able to land a secure deal. The happiness for Killer Mike will come when his former artist makes it big. When an artist makes it big, fans look back over the entire career.

The excitement for Killer Mike will come when people begin researching and discover Pill was originally an artist signed to Maybach Music.

Lloyd Banks wants a Hangover

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Currently, Lloyd Banks is promoting the latest single from his comeback album, Hunger for More 2 (H.F.M.). The album has helped revive G-Unit Records. Most importantly, it has helped establish Lloyd Banks in the mainstream without the help of 50 Cent.

Following four successful singles, Banks is preparing for the release of his fifth single, "So Forgetful." Teaming up, again, with Ryan Leslie, the song touches the topic of getting drunk and waking up hungover. Lloyd Banks said the song was inspired by the 2009 comedy film, The Hangover.

Lloyd Banks feels it is good to wake up with a hangover, every now and again. The G-Unit rapper said every person needs at least one experience of a hangover. Personally, Banks thinks it is good therapy to wake up one morning wondering where you are and how you got there. While he usually does not drink, when he does, Lloyd Banks looks forward to the hangover.

Rick Ross labels himself Unstoppable

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Despite taking several hits throughout his career, Rick Ross is still one of the most-popular rappers in the game. He has portrayed the role of a "boss" for several years. In 2008, he released his hit single, "The Boss." Following the release of that song, it was revealed Ross had prior employment as a correctional officer.

Even with the label of a cop, Rick Ross went on to become one of rap's most dominating figures. Less than a year later, Ross went head-to-head with 50 Cent and won. This came after 50 Cent took a picture with Ross' son and dated his baby's mother. In the end, Ross befriended 50's best friend, Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

Looking back on all of his accomplishments, Rick Ross describes it all in one word, unstoppable. Ross has been a mainstream figure for five years. While still signed to Def Jam, a bidding war between three record labels took place over him. Rick Ross said all of this proves he is unstoppable. No matter what is said about him, his songs continue to receive radio play and his albums still sell.

Jim Jones out of Police Custody

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Yesterday, several hip hop outlets reported of Jim Jones being arrested after a driving violations. Story updates proved Jones was caught driving with a suspended license. The Harlem rapper spent last night in police custody.

Earlier today, Jim Jones was released from jail. Unlike most rappers released from jail, Jones had nothing but positive things to say. When he got out of jail, Jones finished his "Everything Jones" video and was on a flight to Chicago.

Through Twitter, Jim Jones thanked all of his fans who showed concern. He went on to also thank the police officers who were on duty while he was being held. Jones said the officers on duty were nothing but gentlemen.