The woman who penned our favorite hit singles, “What’s My Name?” & “Pills & Potions,” is back in the studio to cook up some more magic. Ester Dean has knocked out studio time with both Rihanna and Nicki Minaj this week, leaving us room to be excited about what she has in store for the two artists. The singer/songwriter is also gearing up for her own label, Eye Know a Secret Records. Can we say superwoman? [Miss Info]
Big Sean has spilled a bit more detail about his relationship with Ariana Grande. The Detroit rapper sat down with Ryan Seacrest on Friday to discuss his career and when the topic came up, Sean said “I like to keep my personal life personal, but I am gonna tell you this: Ariana’s very very special, and she’s very special to me.” He carried on, “Everything she has going on is good with her, everything I have going on is good with me, everything between me and her is good, and I’m gonna just leave it at that.” [Gossip Cop]
MMG head honcho Rick Ross is focusing the label’s attention on Stalley, as his Ohio debut album makes its arrival on October 27. Produced by Beat Billionaire, Stalley and Rick Ross has given the streets a record they can relate to called “Everything a Dope Boy Ever Wanted.” Click here to listen —> [Miss Info]
Snoop Dogg is gearing up for his new album and he’s starting fresh. The legendary West Coast rapper will be ditching nicknames and such for his new solo project, executive-produced by his dear friend Pharrell. Snoop told MTV News “It’s different — it’s completely different than anything we’ve ever done. It feels good, sounds good, looks good.” We’re excited! [MTV]
OG Maco, the man behind the catchy “U Guessed It” record, has recruited 2 Chainz for the remix. The ATL rapper boasts in the piano-driven track “Soufside with an F, ho / And the F stand for 40,000 / That’s what I charge for a walk-through.” Listen to the remix here —> [Rap-Up]
