All Blog Posts Tagged 'ROC' (14)

Vivendi SA's Universal Music Group said Monday it had inked a multiyear deal with rapper Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter to house his music label Roc Nation, snagging the coveted rights to release Mr. Carter's next album along with the forthcoming records of other top-selling artists including Rihanna and Shakira.

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There was a report by MediaTakeOut.com that stated Drake would be possibly moving to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation. Roc Nation and Cash Money/Young Money Records were reportedly working out a $50 million deal for the rights of Drake, which most likely includes his OVO brand, music and more.

XXL contacted a source close to the situation that tells us that the rumor is simply not true. It is uncharacteristic of YMCMB to drop, sell and…

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Meek Mill celebrated his 25th birthday this week, dropped his new Dreamchasers 2 mixtape and add to the list a new management deal with Roc Nation. The MMG rapper revealed the news during an interview with Jay-Z's Life+Times site.

"That’s the new deal I put together," Meek said. "Me coming up in…

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As odd as it might sound, XXL has revealed that the Colombian songstress has signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation for management. Joining the likes of Rihanna, Wale, No I.D., Santigold, S1 and Melanie Fiona.

The news definitely marks a coup for Roc Nation. With worldwide appeal, Shakira has sold more than 60…

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Meek Mill’s go to producer Jahlil Beats is now rolling with the R-O-C. Earlier today, he aligned himself with the house that Jigga built. Via his Twitter account, he thanked everyone for their support.



I just want my followers and supporters to know that i love y’all and i appreciate all the love you show… Continue

Snippets of RediRoc and Chic Raw video shoot for 1212's Prod. by Pace-O Beats.…

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A signee to Jay-Z's Roc Nation record label has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.



Rapper K. Koke of Great Britain signed to the label in January and was said to be working on a new album titled Pure Koke Volume 2.



His plans for an album have been put on hold however… Continue

Beyonce Knowles Ends Management Relationship with Mathew Knowles



Beyonce has ended a lifelong management arrangement with her father, Mathew Knowles. Beyonce did not say who would be managing her career going forward, but the smart money is on her husband, Jay-Z. Watch for a Beyonce-RocNation deal… Continue

Rihanna has joined Jay-Z's Roc Nation, the management arm of his business empire.

Rihanna made the announcement to the Associated Press and said that she was elated to make the change in management. "[I’m] so excited to take this next step in my career," Rihanna told the AP in a statement.



Jay-Z signed her to Def Jam and served as a mentor to her early in her music career.



Since, she has evolved into one of the biggest names… Continue

Jay-Z has confirmed that he has signed Will Smith's daughter Willow to a new deal on his label, Roc Nation.

The rapper/mogul appeared on Ryan Seacrest's show this morning and confirmed rumors that he snatched up Willow, whose song "Whip My Hair" has generated an instant buzz.



"We at Roc Nation are excited to work with Willow," Jay-Z told AllHipHop.com in a statement. "She has an energy and enthusiasm about her music… Continue

There is a new and very good article on Dame Dash in the Village Voice, but all people are talking about is the part about him and Jay.

There's no shortage of people who've made and squandered fortunes in the entertainment world. But [Damon] Dash's crash was magnified by the success—totally unprecedented, really—that Jay-Z has enjoyed. It would have been acceptable if the rapper had reached an artistic peak after the Roc-a-Fella break-up, but his… Continue

UK rapper Tinchy Stryder has reportedly become the latest artist signed to Jay-Z’s Rock Nation imprint.

Stryder, 23, is said to have inked a deal with Roc Nation to form his own imprint, Takeover/Roc Nation.



Takeover Entertainment is the imprint that released Stryder’s 2007 debut album, Star in the Hood.



Under terms of the new deal, Roc Nation will handle areas of Tinchy Stryder’s career, including management, music,… Continue

Rapper Lil Kim has joined Jay-Z's management company, Roc Nation, and Kim's fellow Brooklynite will executive produce the album as well.

A number of sources have reported the news, including gossip blogger Perez Hilton. No formal announcement has been made even though one is expected shortly.



"Although she's seen better days, Lil Kim is ready to make a musical comeback! The rapper officially signed a record deal with Roc Nation. Jay-Z… Continue

Rap icon Jay-Z is the latest hip-hop star to join the headphone business. BET.com is reporting that “Hov” will be releasing a Roc Nation headphone line this June. Jay has teamed up with manufacturer Skullcandy to create his 149-dollar Roc Nation Aviator headphones, which will be available in brown, white and black. The “DOA” rapper discussed his new business venture saying, quote, “Our passion is creating amazing music. We’re dedicated to delivering… Continue