Yo Gotti is building himself an empire. The Memphis rapper, who is getting ready to release his I Am album on November 19th, has signed a new act to his CMG label. His name is Snootie. The name should sound familiar; he was featured on “Yayo” off of Gotti’s last tape. [PressRelease]
Yesterday was Game One of the World Series, featuring the St. Louis Cardinals and the Boston Red Sox. There were fireworks before the game even started. Our girl Mary J. Blige hit the field to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The only thing that would have made this moment better is if Mary J Blige hit the field and performed the “Ignition (Remix).” [Rap-Up]
Historical drama 12 Years a Slave has been getting rave reviews. It turns out there is an incredible soundtrack to go along with the incredible movie. Check out one of the songs, the powerful “Roll Jordan Roll,” sung by John Legend. [MissInfo]
If you think Pusha T sounds good on “Numbers on the Board,” you haven’t heard anything yet. Check out TDE general Jay Rock wrecking the DJ Cannon and Kanye West-produced beat. [HypeTrak]
