*Old rap rivals 50 Cent and The Game are playing musical chairs with their upcoming album releases. After 50's entire "Before I Self Destruct" leaked almost ...
From: eurweb.com
After 50's entire "Before I Self Destruct" leaked almost a full month before its original street date, the release was pushed up to Nov. 16 to avoid widespread piracy, his label announced.
The album is currently available for digital pre-order exclusively on iTunes. Pre-order consumers will receive the exclusive track "Man's World" in addition to the "Baby By Me" single; the bonus track "Flight 187"; the film "Before I Self Destruct" the "Two Turntables And A Microphone: The Life And Death Of Jam Master Jay" documentary about 50 Cent's late mentor and friend, hip-hop pioneer Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC; exclusive photos; animated package artwork and other surprises.
The limited edition physical 1CD/2DVD package offered at retail will also include the "Before I Self Destruct" film and Jam Master Jay documentary.
Meanwhile, Interscope Records has confirmed the postponement of Game's forthcoming "R.E.D. Album," which was originally due on Dec. 8. No alternative release date has been announced.
Game broke the news early Tuesday afternoon (Nov. 3) via Twitter, stating: “Album is Officially pushed back, says Interscope so that I can finish wit Dre without having to rush him, myself or the album. Think R.E.D."
