J. Cole
Being looked at as the most anticipated member of the XXL Freshman Class of 2010, all eyes have essentially been on J. Cole, waiting on his next move. Under the tutelage of Jay-Z, the Roc Nation’s first artist is showing signs of his debut album, releasing what is reported to be his first single. “Who […]
After a monumental year in music in 2009, Wale’s 100 miles and running in 2010. With the release of his debut album Attention Deficit, he garnered both praise and hardship with crippling first week sales due to under shipment alongside a movement of fans searching relentlessly for the finished project. Moving past that, there was […]
“And you never know, 10 years from now, I could be Jay.” When a person is highly skilled with his/her particular abilities, there is always the instance that greatness will bring about comparisons to other greats. For J. Cole, the comparison was made by Drake that the North Carolina rapper could be the next Nas […]
“This is ALL CITY CHESS CLUB fyi: Asher Roth, B.o.B, The Cool Kids, Charles Hamilton, Blu, Diggy, J. Cole, Wale and Lupe Fiasco…” Lupe Fiasco is continuing to make headlines as the release date for his new album quickly approaches. With Lasers allegedly scheduled to be released in June, he’s spending time in the studio […]
Roc Nation’s first official signee is set to hit the road for his own solo college tour. As previously reported in a HipHopWired exclusive, J. Cole made a stop in Atlanta and spoke on some of his future collaborations and his upcoming debut album. While an official release date has yet to be set, he […]
Dropping So Far Gone back in 2009, the momentum behind Canadian rapper Drake has been one that hasn’t been seen in quite some time for a rapper. With his name on almost everyone else’s tacks, the buzz has created expectations that some are beginning to believe that the young rapper can live up to along […]
The Atlanta Post: “Beyonce’s Perfume Sells $3 Million In Just One Month” Read Here Bossip: “Ludacris Will Show But Not Tell About The Panties He’s Soaking Up” Read Here F-Listed: “Kim Kardashian Frolics Around In A Bikini…Again” Look Here Idolator: “Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, Drake & Trye Songz Celebrate Spring Break With MTV” Look Here Complex: […]
Much like Eminem and his return, J. Cole has been leaving many impressions whenever he touches the microphone. Whether it be on his solo joints or giving the assist to fellow rappers, every verse delivered seems to leave an impact. Rhyming alongside the likes of Jay-Z, Wale, Jay Electronica, Mos Def and Talib Kweli, most […]
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Atlanta’s own B.O.B., also known as Bobby Ray, has been on a grind like no other as an up and coming rookie in Hip Hop. Opting to not using his status under T.I. as part of Grand Hustle as some means of leverage, the rapper has been heavy at work to build his foundation through […]
Before North Carolina’s own J. Cole was rapping alongside Wale and premier lyricists like Jay Electronica, Mos Def and Talib Kweli, the young up and comer was trying to find a way to get his foot in the door to enter the music business. With the intent to impress Jay Z, what better way than […]