Mar 12, 2019 the rap a lot records piece, which was snatched from jay over the weekend during that brutal nyc street fight, is prominently featured in a new music vid from zae numbafive the man j prince is. For 20 years, j prince has worked hard in promoting the rap scene as well as the rap artists of houston. Prince knew that if he wanted rap a lot to become a powerhouse, he had to make some moves and bring a sound thats gonna reflect how the people in the hood were living. Sep 02, 2017 and if you want to go to war, ill take you to war j. After facebook, instagram gathers most interaction on its posts. Prince, who for 35 years has worked to promote houstons rap scene and rap artists. He is known to be the chief executive officer of rapalot records which is currently based in houston. He has worked with dozens of artists over the years and is responsible for launching the careers of. Prince especially believed that one of the officers on the case, jack schumacher, was harassing him and rapalot in a manner that could have led to princes death. Nov 22, 2019 j prince talks history of how he built rap a lot, son discovers drake, and detail about his book for everything bosslife. J prince talks history of how he built rap a lot, son discovers drake, and detail about his book. He followed that up with take control of the party, which reached number 2 on the dance chart the following. But not only firmly in the hiphop scene, j prince has established himself in the world of sports too. The two later were assigned to take down the rapalot records and its ceo, james prince, better known as j.
Jun 06, 2018 in a new interview with billboard, rap a lot ceo and serial entrepreneur, j prince touches on his decision to hold drake away from the beef, his relationship with gangster disciple founder larry. Everybody wants your glory, but people need to know your story, prince, 53, said as the nationwide tour to support his book. The legendary houstonbased rapper, scarface even ousted the corrupt field agents in song on the tracks, look into my eyes and gangsta shit. His biggest hit came in 1991, when he reached number one on the us hot dance musicclub play chart with this beat is hot. Rap a lot records rap a lot records michael prince, jr. Rap a lot is a hip hop record label founded by james prince in 1987. Ybn almighty jays alleged chain snatchers are taunting j prince. Studio session wit j prince at rap a lot records in htown today should be epic rap a lot records.
Prince, who for 35 years has worked to promote houstons rap scene and rap artists, is now working to promote underprivileged. Jun 03, 2018 the rap a lot records ceo spoke with radio personalities fadam got da juice and dj reddz of dtlr radio saturday, and told them he issued the directive to drake that am stand down, and dont. Rap a lot records is a houston hip hop record label that was founded in 1986 by james prince. James prince, the houstonbased entrepreneur and founder of rapalot records, has always been known as a man of very few words his comments on birdman notwithstanding. J prince tells drake to stand down in pusha t beef. May 11, 2018 james prince, the houstonbased entrepreneur and founder of rap a lot records, has always been known as a man of very few words his comments on birdman notwithstanding. J prince right, founder and ceo of rap a lot records, with one of the musicians on his label, ugks pimp c, in houston in 2006. Rapalot founder james prince to speak at texas southern. For decades, serial entrepreneur james prince presided over rapalot records, one of the first and most successful independent rap labels. Rapalot is a hip hop record label founded by james prince in 1987. James prince, founder and ceo of rapalot records, will receive an honorary doctorate degree from texas southern university during commencement ceremonies saturday. A memoir by james prince on june 22, and the foreword is written by none other than aubrey graham prince shared a photo on his instagram account with him, his son.
Jul 30, 2018 rap a lot records founder and serial entrepreneur james prince recently released his memoir the art and science of respect. Radio and television political commentator and entrepreneur, marcus davis sits down with music mogul j. James prince the houston hiphop legend who founded rapalot records will speak at texas southern university on monday the. J prince talks history of how he built rapalot, son. Shortly after taking the don king route to build a fortune, james prince solidified houston as the third coast in hip hop history with rapalot. If you thought rap a lot had a solid outing last year with pimp cs posthumous debut and bun bs perfect source score for trill og, wait till you see what j. A memoir by james prince on june 22, and the rap a lot records ceo can boast a foreword written by drake in the full text.
Rapalot records founder to participate in several oncampus. In his memoir, he explains how he earned his reputation as one of the most respected men in hip hop. Prince is the ceo and founder of houston based independent rap label, rap a lot records. Shaw he has covered the obama white house, the summer olympics in london, and currently serves as lifestyle editor for rolling out magazine. J prince has lived a life you could write a book on. In this powerful memoir, told with the brutal, unapologetic honesty that defines him, prince explains how he earned his reputation as one of the most respected men in hip hop and assesses his wins, his. Houston, texas ktrk hes the man behind rap a lot records and a longtime mentor to some of the top musicians in the country, including drake. Sep 28, 2018 james prince the houston hiphop legend who founded rap a lot records will speak at texas southern university on monday the school is marking j prince day with a book signing. For decades, serial entrepreneur james prince presided over rap a lot records, one of the first and most successful independent rap labels. Founded by james smith in 1986 and soon became a prominent independent hiphop label in the region. In honor of the festivals 43rd anniversary, this years venue will be the grounds of. James prince, author, hip hop mogul, boxing manager, and ceo. All the top companies are concentrating on raising their brand awareness by promoting their product on various social media platforms. Legendary memphis rapper tela sits down with doc hicks tv for a very detailed interview.
Prince claims he offered a blank check, which may have spooked knowles. Alot of the material in the 80s were catered to partying and having a good time but when nwa started to blow, the landscape started to change. Prince born october 31, 1964 is a music executive, promoter, ceo of houston based rap a lot records, and manager of boxer andre ward and previously floyd mayweather jr. J prince has earned his net worth as the ceo of houstonbased rap a lot records. J prince goes beyond drake, pusha t and tells story of money.
Shortly after taking the don king route to build a fortune, james prince solidified houston as the third coast in hip hop history with rapalot records. By staying true to his three principles of heart, loyalty, and commitment, and an unwavering faith in god. Special guests se7en the poet chef michelle wallace. According to prince, in an npr interview from 2012, it was like flies to honey how rappers flocked to rapalot in the mid90s, like devin the dude, zro, ugk, and ganksta nip. Rapalot records founder and serial entrepreneur james prince recently released his memoir the art and science of respect. Prince ceo of rapalot records is promoting his new book respect. The label, with its most famous act the geto boys, put the south on the hip hop map. Prince is the founder of rapalot records and claims the record label is named after his rapper brother sir rap a lot, who in turn named himself rap a lot due to his brother running a used car lot.
Published on dec 7, 2019 legendary rapper tela talks leaving sauve house to j prince rapalot records. Here is what happens when you decide to play with mr. Jul 06, 2018 for decades, serial entrepreneur james prince presided over rap a lot records, one of the first and most successful independent rap labels. Later, clark asks prince about the transition from the streets to his rise to power as a southern hip hop pioneer with the launch of rap. J prince has harsh words for a drugpin talking reckless about. Prince claims clown tekashis recent testimony specifically the part about an attempted robbery of rapalot reps last year in nyc is a. Before james prince founded rapalot records in 1987, houston radio stations at the time would play whatever industry executives in new york city had.
The rap mogul, who was instrumental in the careers of rap vets like mr. Mar 19, 2019 when rapper ybn almighty jay got beat up and had his rap a lot chain stolen in new york earlier this month, j. Prince has been on a press run not just to address the drake and pusha t beef, but also to promote his upcoming book. Houston, texas ktrk hes the man behind rapalot records and a longtime mentor to some of the top musicians in the country, including drake. Due to the visual appeal,this social media platform has an edge over other. The rap alot records ceo spoke with radio personalities fadam got da juice and dj reddz of dtlr radio saturday, and told them he issued the directive to drake that am stand down, and dont. Prince s book the art and science of respect is out on june 22, and features a foreword by drake. Apr 03, 2017 rap a lot records is a houston hiphop label.
He has worked with dozens of artists over the years and is. May 15, 2018 rapalot records was founded in houston in the 1980s, and is known for bringing the geto boys to prominence. The conversation takes place in front of a live audience. But ahead of the book s june 22 release, the rap a lot records ceo shares some of the. Prince has been hard at work promoting his memoir respect, so it may surprise some that he has time to keep his ear to the streets, with regards to music. Rapalot records founder and ceo james prince is always on message. A memoir by james prince on june 22, and the rapalot records ceo can boast a foreword written by drake in the full text.
During his 30year career, prince created the souths number one. Waters asked reno to give the matter her full consideration and attention. He was born, october 31, 1964, and raised in houstons fifth ward, where he remains active in the community today. And if you want to go to war, ill take you to war j. Inside the entrepreneurial rise of rapalot records ceo. Before james prince founded rap a lot records in 1987, houston radio stations at the time would play whatever industry executives in new york city had. The infusion of social media has altered the marketing structure. Rapalots prince wants to reunite cash money family.
Since then, it has maintained its success and focus on gangsta rap and southern rap. Some of their most famous artists include the geto boys, bun b and pimp c. Prince prince is the ceo of rapalot records, manages some of boxings top talents, and a philanthropist. This deal lasted until 1994, when rapalot switched over to noo trybe records which was under virgin records america, inc. Prince is the ceo and founder of houston based independent rap label, rapalot records. Prince recalls rapalot records origins on soulful sundays. Prince born october 31, 1964 is a music executive, promoter, ceo of houston based rapalot records, and manager of boxer andre ward and previously floyd mayweather jr. Prince talks new book and being a houston music legend. The book is a memoir written by prince, the head of independent record label rapalot records. The 43rd annual prince lot hula festival will take place on saturday, july 18, 2020 from 9 a. Princes book the art and science of respect is out on june 22, and features a foreword by. Former drug dealer johnny binder jr is known as being one of the most infamous in houston.
Besides his storied past in hiphop, james prince also once managed floyd money. Here, the houston og, discusses his background, forming his label, artists, hardships, and triumphs. The day will include a conversation with james prince 12. Aug 05, 2018 later, clark asks prince about the transition from the streets to his rise to power as a southern hip hop pioneer with the launch of rapalot imprint in 1985. Aug 10, 2018 the book is a memoir written by prince, the head of independent record label rap a lot records. Scarface, willie dee, bushwick bill, pimp c, devin the dude and more, seemingly has gotten bitten by the music. James prince, aka j prince, king j, is the legendary label owner of houstonbased rapalot records, which brought us the geto boys and scarface.
Prince would sift through thousands of demo tapes and release 10plus albums a year. This deal lasted until 1994, when rap a lot switched over to noo trybe records which was under virgin records america, inc. In a new interview with billboard, rapalot ceo and serial entrepreneur, j prince touches on his decision to hold drake away from the beef, his. A hiphop veteran and boxing promoter from houston, prince established rapalot back in 1987. In this powerful memoir, told with the brutal, unapologetic honesty that defines him, prince explains how he earned his reputation as one of the most respected men in hip hop and assesses his wins, his losses, and everything hes learned in between. Rapalot records was founded in houston in the 1980s, and is known for bringing the geto boys to prominence. Rapalot records founder to participate in several on.
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