G.O.O.D. Music president Pusha-T returns this week with Daytona, his first full-length release since 2015’s King Push â Darkness Before Dawn: The Prelude. In the latest episode of Genius’ ‘For the Record,’ Pusha discussed his recording process, his political differences with Kanye, the reasoning behind its truncated length, and the Drake diss track ‘Infrared.’ Continue reading “Pusha T on ‘DAYTONA,’ Drake Disses and Kanye’s Politics | For The Record”
Pusha T got into rap as a kid looking up to his big brother. After their group, Clipse, disbanded, Pusha went solo, connected with Kanye West, became president of G.O.O.D. Music, and has remained relevant in rap for nearly two decades. Continue reading “How Pusha T Went From The Clipse to Head of G.O.O.D. Music | Blueprint”
Charlie Heat Talks Getting Discovered By Kanye West, Pablo Sessions, Producing Process, Signing To G.O.O.D Music, And More on Power 106. Continue reading “Video: G.O.O.D. Music’s Secret Weapon Charlie Heat Interview On Power 106”
With names such as Kanye West, Travis Scott, Big Sean and John Legend on its roster, it’s hard to argue that G.O.O.D. Music is one of, if not the most influential music label on the planet. Not only has the imprint churned out countless hit records, but its unique approach to visual presentations and live performances have redefined what it means to be a music label. On a recent trip to Las Vegas, Hypebeast caught up with G.O.O.D. Music head Pusha T to talk about the company’s influence on today’s culture, and how it has managed to elevate the industry’s standard to where it is today. He also shares with Hypebeast his approach to the label’s shows and listening parties, and what he hopes to accomplish with Play Cloths. Continue reading “Video: Pusha T Talks G.O.O.D. Music’s Influence on Today’s Culture”
Pusha T introduces G.O.O.D. Music’s newest signee Desiigner as he performs his hit record ‘Panda’ at SXSW for FADER Fort. He then goes on to perform ‘Freestyle 4’ on Yeezy’s TLOP project as well. Continue reading “Video: Desiigner – Panda (Live Performace At SXSW)”
Word is that G.O.O.D. Fridays are back (per Kim K) and today we get a new record from Yeezy titled ‘Real Friends’ featuring Ty Dolla $ign. SWISH coming soon. Also included is a snippet of a new song with Kendrick Lamar at the end.
Previously: Kanye West – Facts
VIBE caught up with Common backstage at Rock the Bells. Last winter, he told us that there was a slight possibility that G.O.O.D. Music would release a sequel to their debut label collaboration Cruel Summer, dubbed Cruel Winter. Then, rumors about Cruel Winter’s existence popped up again when CyHi The Prynce revealed that G.O.O.D. Music was “in negotiations with Def Jam” to release a second compilation by the end of 2013. But, according to Common that doesn’t look like it’s going to happen.
First Cudders left and now it appears that producer Hit-Boy has officially departed from Kanye Westâs G.O.O.D. Music label. He tells Miss Info that his contract was up and that he decided to leave to focus on his own HS87 label. Hit-Boy also adds that there are no ill feelings.
Yesterday, Big Sean made his way to Power 106 to premiere his new single âSwitch Upâ featuring Common. During the interview, Sean talks about the recent news of Kid Cudi leaving G.O.O.D. Music. He says he fully supports Cudi and that they will continue to make music together. He also mentions that Cudi gave him his Jesus piece. Sean ends things by giving an in-studio performance of âSwtich Upâ and reveals the hottest chick he has ever been with. Continue reading “Video: Big Sean Talks About KiD CuDi Leaving G.O.O.D. Music”
Kid Cudi made his way to Power 106 to sit down with DJ Felli Fel and Yesi Ortiz. During the conversation, Kid Cudi dropped a bomb and revealed that he is no longer on Kanye Westâs G.O.O.D. Music label. He says there is no beef and he will continue to do music with the camp. He says he just wanted to go in a different direction and focus on King Chip and his own Wicked Awesome label. He also mentions that he made the decision 6 months ago and that he spoke with Don C and Jay-Z about how he should approach Kanye.
âMan, everything is cool. Everything is peace with everyone on the label, but Iâm announcing that Iâm no longer on G.O.O.D. Music. And this is something that no one knows really. Iâm no longer on G.O.O.D. Music. Me and Kanye were actually talking on the phone the other day, and thereâs been things I wanted to talk to him about. About me wanting to start my own direction, and he got because heâs trying to start his own new path, and trying new things as an artist. And he was just like âMan, I feel you. Itâs cool.â This is just from a business standpoint. Thereâs no beef with anyone on the label. Itâs all love.â
Watch the interview and listen to the freestyle below. Continue reading “Video: KiD CuDi Leaves G.O.O.D. Music”
Pusha, Common, Big Sean, CyHi and Teyana play âMost likely toâ on FUSE.
Previously:Â G.O.O.D. Music on Recording Cruel Summer w/ Kanye
Here’s a recap of the G.O.O.D. Music âCruel Summerâ album signing at Best Buy in New York. Big Sean, Teyana Taylor, Pusha T, 2 Chainz, Common, CyHi The Prynce, and Malik Yusef were the ones in attendance.
Previously: G.O.O.D. Music On Recording “Cruel Summer” w/ Kanye
rudeboyy.wordpress.com 