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Tony Lanez has made his name in hip-hop as an extremely prolific and influential ghostwriter. The artist claims to have originated the current sound that is so pervasive in todays R&B milieu. It's apparent, after listening to Lanez, that the artist is heavily influenced by the Soul and R&B material from the 60s and early 70s (a style which has resurfaced largely as of late). Now, with songs like "Say It" (No.37 on the Hot 100), it's clear that Lanez's rise to fame is on its way. The young artist says such a rise will obliterate all the competition, claiming when he's on top "it's over for everybody" -
Drake Bests The Weeknd, Fetty Wap to Dominate the Charts in 2015
As the year quickly comes to an end, everyone is running around trying to remember what their favorite album or track was. With so many options available, it's hard to really pick one artist so Billboard did it for everyone. Naming Drake R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Year, Billboard didn't really shock many. The result was accepted with applause since Drake was beyond one of the hardest working artists this year. -
Nicki Minaj Discusses Meek Mill Engagement Rumors, Donald Trump, U.S. Drug War
Nicki Minaj has had quite the year. Between her massively successful Pinkprint Tour and her handful of Grammy nominations, it's fair to say the "Anaconda" rapper is at the top of her game. As her triumphant year comes to an end, Nicki sat down with Billboard to discuss the most relevant topics facing the United States at the moment and her relationship with rapper Meek Mill. -
Nicki Minaj Delivers Inspirational Speech at VH1’s Big in 2015 [WATCH VIDEO]
In an introduction to VH1 Big in 2015 award for Queen Latifah's enormous contribution to hip-hop, and music in general, Nicki Minaj made an inspirational and rousing speech. She said, "I've never met a woman that I couldn't relate to, ever. I hope that if I could inspire a woman to do anything it's to never take no for an answer. No matter what field you're in, go after your biggest dream." -
Drake's 'Back to Back' Grammy Nomination Spawns Meek Mill Memes, Disses on Twitter
Unfortunately for the 'Dreamchasers 4' rapper, Meek Mill's career definitely went on a decline after the epic blowout between him and Drake. As if it couldn't get any worse for Mill, Twitter is now reacting to the news of Drake getting a 2016 Grammy nomination for his "Back to Back" diss song dedicated to the rapper -
Rick Ross Talks Ghostwriting for Dr. Dre and His New Album, 'Black Market'
This Friday (December 4th) Rick Ross will release his 8th studio album 'Black Market'. The album includes features from Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Nas, Future and more. However, Ross's new album is different in that it does not feature any contributions from any Maybach Music Group artists. Rick Ross stopped by Hot 97 to talk about the absence of artists from his imprint on 'Black Market', as well as his experiences ghostwriting for notable acts such as Dr. Dre. -
Rick Ross Blasts Drake & Meek Mill Beef on Upcoming 'Black Market' Album
A lot of other rappers may not be happy with Rick Ross's upcoming album, 'Black Market', since he blasts many within the music industry. One of the most notable mentions would be a diss against the infamous Drake and Meek Mill feud that has been well documented in the press. -
Drake and Nicki Minaj Nominated for TIME's 'Person of the Year'
Drake and Nicki Minaj are among the 58 nominees for TIME's 2015 "Person of the Year." -
Rick Ross Says He is One of the Biggest Ghostwriters In Rap
Rick Ross weighs in on the contentious issue of ghostwriting in today's Hip Hop scene, and claims to be one of rap's biggest ghostwriters. -
Tony Lanez Talks About His Career as a Ghostwriter for Other Rappers
Tony Lanez feels that he should be given the spotlight after years of writing verses for other popular rappers. -
Funkmaster Flex Disses Drake While Playing Meek Mill's 'Dreams and Nightmares'
Funkmaster Flex has made it very clear who he’s siding with in the Meek Mill vs. Drake beef. Over the weekend, he dissed the Toronto rapper while playing Meek's “Dreams and Nightmares.” -
Rick Ross Gives Update on Meek Mill, Wale Beef & 'Black Market' Album
In October, Wale visited the Breakfast Club and chimed in on the Meek Mill and Drake beef. Apparently, Wale’s comments weren’t received well by his MMG label mate and things got interesting between the two. Soon thereafter, Rick Ross stepped in to defuse the situation. He recently gave an update on his artists and his new album, Black Market. -
'Creed' Soundtrack: Future, Childish Gambino, 2Pac, Nas, Meek Mill Featured
Creed has put together a star-studded soundtrack packed with some of the biggest same, dead or alive, in hip-hop that include Nas, 2Pac, Future, Childish Gambino, Meek Mill and many more to provide tracks. -
Rick Ross Explains What it Would Take for Him to Make Up with 50 Cent
In a new interview, Rick Ross details how exactly he and 50 Cent would go about reconciling. -
Nicki Minaj Fans Say Dump Meek Mill: Rapper is Better Off Without Boyfriend
After Nicki Minaj's recent disappearance from social media, fans are beginning to speculate that she is trying to avoid criticism regarding her relationship with rapper Meek Mill.
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