Nicki Minaj & Joel Ortiz .....
Artist: Nicki Minaj
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Label: Young Money
Music: Nicki Minaj & Red Cafe "I Feel Free"
Nicki Minaj & Gucci Mane & Rocko "Go Hard"
Sporting some hot lyrics along with her fine looks, the sexy and skilled Nicki Minaj made a loud splash into the game with her highly popular videos. Now following a new direction, Nicki has added singing to her arsenal of musical attributes. Thus displaying the ever-extending growth she is prepared to endure to be the best at her craft.
"This is an extremely exciting time for me and my music because I've decided that the business of music won't inhibit my passion for making music. Although rapping is what people have grown to know me for, I'm continuing to explore my talents as a singer and my love for writing music. Like me; my music is multi-faceted and is an evolutionary process. I am being highly sought after by both independent and major record labels, but I have not made a commitment as of yet. It is essential that I get the right deal not just a deal."
"I want to remain in control of my destiny and to have longevity in this business! Currently, I have new manager, Debra Antney, CEO of Mizay Entertainment, and I am in the studio recording my first album which will feature some R&B and pop songs. In addition, I am working on a new mixtape due out on Christmas. So watch out for me to do big
things and break out in '09."
Artist: Joell Ortiz
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Label: Koch Records
Music: Joell Ortiz Ft. Joe Budden "Move One"
Joell Oritiz's future seemed like an MC’s dream come true. After signing to legendary producer Dr. Dre's Aftermath label, the world seemed like it was his for the taking. Unfortunately, he found the shelf, like most artists on that label. But as luck would have it, Joell was soon to find a new home with Koch records. This time his stay at the label looks more permanent than a one off album. The Brooklyn MC is out to continue what he started.
“I recently signed a new deal with Koch. The album is coming out sick! I will be giving AllHipHop some exclusives for ya’ll shortly. For the past 2 years I have been traveling all over the world doing shows, because a big booking agent saw my set at a Breeding Ground showcase. He gave my manager his card after the show and it’s been on [ever] since. I am grateful to AllHipHop for giving me that shot and I hope other new artists take the opportunity to perform.”
-AHH Breeding Ground-
