Much like Drake’s If You’re Reading This, It’s Too Late, Young Thug’s recent iTunes release Barter 6 was touted as simply a mixtape, with his debut album slated for release later this year. Now confirmed by his record label 300 Entertainment, Thugger’s Hy!£UN35 (yeah, I have no idea what that’s supposed to be either…) is due out on August 28. “300 is proud to present Young Thug,” 300’s Lyor Cohen said in a press release. “We believe he is a unique artist who will have a special place in the future of hip-hop.” 300 Entertainment is also home to Fetty Wap and Migos.
(Video) Uh…What? Young Thug Talks About His Label Situation At The BET Awards & It’s More Confusing Than Ever
Young Thug’s record deal situation has been a topic of convo for some time, as he’s had multiple affiliations with labels since his start in the game, but none have quite been confirmed by the ATL rapper. Recently, however, Kevin Liles revealed that he had signed Young Thug to 300, a new label that was launched by himself and fellow industry execs Lyor Cohen and Todd Moscowitz. But last night on the red carpet at the BET Awards with his manager Birdman, Thugga managed to make it confusing once again. Check out what he told MTV below!
Young Thug’s Label Situation Finally Revealed
Young Thug is on fire right now, but there has been tons of speculation as to who’s behind the “Stoner” rapper. Though he’s strongly affiliated to YMCMB through Birdman’s management, he’s not actually signed to them, and there’s also his affiliation and potential deal with Gucci Mane’s 1017 imprint. However, the rumors have been cleared up – and he’s not even signed to either label! In a recent interview with Revolt TV, Kevin Liles revealed that he has signed Young Thug to 300, a new label that was launched by industry execs Lyor Cohen, Todd Moscowitz and Kevin Liles. Let’s see what he does with such a strong backing!
JROSE aka Jessica Rosenblum Talks 25 Years In Hip-Hop, Funk Flex’s Career & More On The Combat Jack Show
Jessica Rosenblum has ruled NYC nightlife for the last 25 years, working with everyone from our very own Funk Flex to Diddy, the late Chris Lighty…the list continues. JROSE recently stopped by The Combat Jack Show and gave the full scoop on her 2+ decades in the hip-hop industry, from introducing Russell Simmons, Lyor Cohen, the Beastie Boys and LL Cool J to the nightlife scene, to helping build brands and more. Listen in below!
Freeway Rick Ross Still Trying To Get The Rights To The Name “Rick Ross”…Trial Date Scheduled
It ain’t over ’til the ex-kingpin gets his money and the image to his name back !!! Yesterday, in LA Freeway Rick Ross and Warner Brothers’s attorneys went to Superior court where a trail date has been set for the month of August. Freeway RR told All Hip-Hop that some big names like Sean Combs and Lyor Cohen will be testifying in court. Even after the attempt to sue before, Freeway Rick Ross is saying that rapper Rozay is still trying to live off of his image. “This guy is literally trying to have people confuse him with me as an actual person,” he adds. Freeway is really upset now since Rozay has released his trailer for his new “Mastermind” album. The trailer consists of a shot of the cover from the soundtrack to the 1972 movie “Superfly.” “He uses Mastermind that’s exactly how the Wall Street Journal described me and my life story. In every interview I mention ‘Superfly’ as the movie that pushed me into powder cocaine. I even said it in the VH1′s ‘Planet Rock: The Story of Hip Hop and The Crack Generation,’ that was shown around the world. Then he comes out with this new video with the ‘Superfly’ movie cover as the centerpiece?” It looks like Freeway RR has his ducks all lined up and just may get somewhere this time. Drop down bottom for more. JaaiR (JR)
