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(L-R) Jay-Z and Dame Dash.
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Dame Dash Believes 'Nobody Gives a F*ck' About Jay-Z's 'Reasonable Doubt'

The Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder has shared his thoughts on the impact and relevance of Hov's debut album.

Mark Elibert3 days ago
(L-R) Kanye West, Dame Dash and Jay-Z.
Music

Dame Dash Believes Kanye West 'Destroys' Jay-Z When It Comes to Catalog

Do you agree with the former Roc-A-Fella Records mogul — does Ye have the edge on Hov?

Will Lavin3 days ago
(L-R) Dame Dash and Cam'ron.
Music

Dame Dash Challenges Cam’ron to a Teeth-Off: 'I Bet My Dentist Has More Ferraris Than Yours'

The Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder also took aim at Killa's sportscasting career, declaring that "fly n***as don't talk about sweaty men."

Will Lavin10 days ago
Three images of Jay-Z in different styles and outfits, including sunglasses and a varsity jacket, with a blue halftone effect.
Music

The 100 Best Jay-Z Songs

From crossover anthems like “Big Pimpin’” to ruthless diss tracks like “The Takeover,” Jay-Z has more great songs than he has problems. These are his absolute best.

Andrew Barber17 days ago
A collage of Jay-Z in various outfits, showing his style evolution over time. The background is a gradient of orange and red. Each Jay-Z represents a different era, from Reasonable Doubt to Blueprint
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Jay-Z's Albums, Ranked From Worst To Best

From 'Reasonable Doubt' to 'The Blueprint', which Jay-Z album is his best? We settle the debate in our ranking of his discography.

Insanul Ahmed25 days ago
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Between 'Reasonable Doubt' and 'The Blueprint,' Jay-Z was already establishing himself one of hip-hop's style icons and business moguls.
Style

Jay-Z's Blueprint: A Style Evolution Without Doubt

A look back at the period that the Roc-A-Fella chain and Rocawear were born, when Jay-Z laid the foundation to be one of hip-hop's biggest style icons.

Vikki Tobak35 days ago
Jay-Z wearing a Rocawear jacket and beanie, sitting against a dark background. He has created two of the best rap albums of all time, 'Reasonable Doubt' and 'The Blueprint.'
Music

Why Jay-Z's 'The Blueprint' Is Better Than 'Reasonable Doubt'

Jay-Z is doing two concerts at Yankee Stadium—one celebrating 'Reasonable Doubt,' the other celebrating 'The Blueprint.' But which album is better?"

Insanul Ahmed46 days ago
Jay-Z, wearing sunglasses, a beanie, and a coat stands in a crowded stadium, placing his hand on his chest. He has had many different names over the years.
Music

Every Name JAŸ-Z Has Ever Gone By—and What Each One Means

The dot, the dash, and now the umlaut: JAŸ-Z's name changes have always served a purpose.

Will Schube46 days ago
Damon Dash in a green jacket and Kanye West in a black shirt, both wearing sunglasses.
Music

Dame Dash on How 'Hustle' and 'Respect' Fueled Kanye West's Early Success

“He could fail and make it a learning experience,” Dame said.

Jaz-O and Jay-Z photo
Music

Jay-Z Releases 1999 Jaz-O Collaboration on Streaming and Vinyl

The hip-hop legend dropped “N***a What, N***a Who (Originator 99)" from his third studio album, 'Vol.2... Hard Knock Life.'

Joshua Espinoza63 days ago
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Jim Jones and Mase
Music

Jim Jones Says Mase Once Asked Jay-Z for Cab Money After Roc-A-Fella Meeting

"We look like suckers walking outta here," Jim remembered.

Jose Martinez196 days ago
Split image NBA YoungBoy and Dame Dash
Music

NBA YoungBoy Allegedly Offered Dame Dash $2 Million to Purchase His Roc-A-Fella Stake

Cam'ron made the claim while blasting Dame over a failed Roc-A-Fella deal.

Joshua Espinoza228 days ago
Paul Wall and Jay-Z
Music

Paul Wall Says Jay-Z Didn't Charge Him to Include "Drive Slow" on His Album

"Drive Slow" appeared on Ye's album 'Late Registration' and Wall's debut 'The Peoples Champ,' both of which dropped in 2005.

tara mahadevan235 days ago
Damon Dash attends the 2022 InvestFest at Georgia World Congress Center on August 07, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Music

Dame Dash Files for Bankruptcy in Florida, Says He Owes $25 Million and Only Has $100 Cash

According to a filing made in Florida, Dame Dash claimed that he only has $4,350 in personal assets.

Joe Price241 days ago
Memphis Bleek, Jay-Z, Dame Dash
Music

Memphis Bleek Says Jay-Z and Dame Dash Will Never Speak Again: 'A Line Was Crossed'

The pair had a falling out after Roc-A-Fella was sold to Def Jam, and Dame was excluded from the deal.

tara mahadevan256 days ago
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Split image of Lance Rivera and Jay-Z.
Music

Lance Rivera Calls Out Jay-Z for Not Helping Dame Dash Amid Financial Struggles

Rivera once again maintains that the rapper was not the person who stabbed him in 1999.

Jose Martinez257 days ago
A man in a white suit poses in front of a backdrop with text.
Pop Culture

Jeremy Allen White Nods to Roc-A-Fella’s ‘Death of a Dynasty’ While Promoting 'The Bear'

Jeremy Allen White included 'Death of a Dynasty' in his IG promo for Season 4 of 'The Bear.'

Mark Elibert313 days ago
Memphis Bleek and Jay-Z during Jay-Z and Memphis Bleek Visit BET's "106 and Park."
Music

Memphis Bleek Says He Knew Jay-Z ‘Had to’ Distance Himself From Roc-A-Fella

Bleek speaks about Jay's departure from the label and more during his appearance on 'The Breakfast Club.'

Jose Martinez322 days ago

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