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Rico of Relentless Records: Building a Chicago Powerhouse
Rico, the founder of Chicago-based music label Relentless Records, is leading a movement that is rapidly gaining traction. With 17 dedicated members as part of his brand, Rico is focused on turning Chicago into a powerhouse for signing artists, all while using his personal story as a foundation for the label’s growth. Hailing from Chicago, Rico’s journey began after he came home from prison. During a three-year period, he learned the ropes of music engineering, landing an internship at Jungle Lords Studio under Jack Russell. He then worked at 1913 Studios with Ocho Mexico and Wally for Urban Grind TV, one of Chicago’s major platforms. Teaming up with Ocho, Rico…
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Cardi B Inks Publishing Deal With Sony/ATV
It is no secret Cardi B is having an incredible year. The Bronx native’s smash hit song “Bodak Yellow” steadily climbed the charts, reaching No.1 on the Billboard hot 100. Cardi became the first solo female rapper in 19 years to hit No.1. The only other time this achievement has occurred is in 1998 when Lauryn Hill released her single “Doo Wop (That Thing).” Now, Cardi B has more to celebrate after inking a worldwide publishing deal with Sony/ATV Music. Upon the announcement, Sony/ATV co-president Rick Krim called Cardi “one of a rare breed of unique artists who the industry only witnesses occasionally.” Krim’s comments follow the love Cardi has…
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Papoose Signs with MMG
Papoose took to his verified IG account and let the world know its official that he is now MMG certified! Papoose broke the news to the world with a new song featuring his new label boss Rick Ross. The song titled “Back on my Bullshit” is Papoose’s first release off MMG. Papoose also let the world know of his respect for Ross for taking a gamble with signing him. This summer I’m only riding in CONVERTIBLES SON I’m signed to MMG money MURDER AND GUNS I knew Ross was official I knew him a LONG TIME cause he took off his shades just so he can look in my…
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Motown Records Signs Rich Homie Quan
Rich Homie Quan who has been MIA alot of late from the music scene just announced he has signed a record deal with Motown Records! Motown is now distributed thru Capitol Records. Congrats are in order for Rich Homie Quan hopefully he can now get back to making music. Welcome home fam! @richhomiequan 📍 A post shared by Motown Records (@motownrecords) on Feb 28, 2017 at 5:33pm PST SOURCE: HHO
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[Video] @bUniqu3 “Power Up”
When all you need is good Smoke and good drank to get right for the night that’s a #PowerUp. Chicago native and Hard Headz Entertainment artist @bUniqu3 releases new music video “Power Up” Instagram: @bUniqu3 Twitter: @HardHeadzentSC @bUniqu3 Youtube: Hard Headz Ent
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Shawty Lo Dies in Car Accident
An Atlanta rapper was killed Wednesday in a fiery crash on I-285 in south Fulton County, according to his official Twitter account. While the Fulton Medical Examiner’s office has not identified the victim in the crash, the rapper’s brother and a manager confirmed Carlos “Shawty Lo” Walker, known for the hit “Dey Know,” died in the accident on the I-285 southbound ramp to Cascade Road. Shawty Lo was also a member of the Atlanta rap group D4L, who scored a hit with “Laffy Taffy.” My brother has passed he is no longer here but his spirit, his kind heart , and his music will live on Long live Shawty…
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