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*'''[[Dr. Dre]]''' — The founder of Aftermath Entertainment. Since then, Dr. Dre released his solo album ''[[2001 (album)|2001]]''. It's been speculated that Dr. Dre has been working on his third solo album, ''[[Detox]]''. It's tentatively Dr. Dre's last scheduled album |
*'''[[Dr. Dre]]''' — The founder of Aftermath Entertainment. Since then, Dr. Dre released his solo album ''[[2001 (album)|2001]]''. It's been speculated that Dr. Dre has been working on his third solo album, ''[[Detox]]''. It's tentatively Dr. Dre's last scheduled album and is scheduled for release in the fall of 2007. |
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- There is also another similarly titled record label, Aftermath Music, which is based in Norway.
| Aftermath Entertainment | |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Universal Music Group |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Founder | Dr. Dre |
| Distributor(s) | Interscope Records (US) Polydor Records (Outside the US) |
| Genre | Hiphop, R&B |
| Country of origin | US |
| Official website | http://aftermath-entertainment.com/ |
Aftermath Entertainment is a record label, specializing in hip hop music, founded by Dr. Dre in 1996, after he broke ties with Death Row Records. Aftermath operates as a subsidiary of, and is distributed through, Universal Music Group's Interscope Records.
History
When rap producer Dr. Dre left powerhouse label, Death Row Records in 1996, he quickly established Aftermath Entertainment. Interscope Records helped distribute the compilation album Dr. Dre Presents…The Aftermath in 1996. Numerous artists who joined Aftermath in the past were Dawn Robinson, former vocalist of En Vouge and Nas' supergroup The Firm. After The Firm disbanded, Dr. Dre sought the advice of Jimmy Iovine to sign Detroit-based rapper Eminem to release The Slim Shady LP in 1999. Proven to the most successful album release under Aftermath Entertainment, it became one of the driving forces in hip-hop. Dr. Dre also help pioneer the success of Eminem's protege 50 Cent. These rappers are the most successful of Aftermath Entertainment.
Other artists previously signed to Aftermath included R & B singer Truth Hurts, underground emcee The Last Emperor, West Coast rappers, Hittman, King Tee, and veteran rapper Rakim. Legal troubles forced Truth Hurts to leave the label, and Rakim's highly anticipated comeback album, shelved due to production conflict, also forced his departure. Ther albums of rappers The Last Emperor, Hittman and King Tee were shelved forcing them to leave the label as well. More recently, Scott Storch, Hi-Tek, Mike Elizondo, Denaun Porter, Mel-Man, and Sha Money XL are the contributing producers who are affiliated with Aftermath.
Since then, Dr. Dre added the help of Los Angeles-based rapper The Game in 2004, and signed him under a joint venture with 50 Cent's label G-Unit. After the release of the rapper's debut album was released in 2005, a feud started with 50 Cent: the Game was forced to leave the label to settle tension between the label and the rappers associated with Aftermath. The Game has since gone forth to produce his sophomore album under Geffen Records.
Interscope Records comfirms that Dr. Dre, Eminem, 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Eve, and Stat Quo are listed as the official artists signed to Aftermath. Listed below are the current artists signed or affiliated with Aftermath Entertainment.
Current roster
- Dr. Dre — The founder of Aftermath Entertainment. Since then, Dr. Dre released his solo album 2001. It's been speculated that Dr. Dre has been working on his third solo album, Detox. It's tentatively Dr. Dre's last scheduled album and is scheduled for release in the fall of 2007.
- Eminem — The most successful artist on the label released four albums under Aftermath. Eminem joined the label in 1998 to release the controversial album The Slim Shady LP. The rapper is currently preparing for the next studio album in 2007. He has founded his own label, Shady Records. Eminem is also credited as a notable producer.
- 50 Cent — New York-based rapper signed under Shady Reords and Aftermath Entertainment. He has released two solo albums under the label. 50 Cent is working on his third solo album. He also established his own label, G-Unit Records.
- Busta Rhymes — New York-based rapper previously signed to Elektra Records and J Records. He joined Aftermath Entertainment in 2003 and worked on his seventh studio album titled The Big Bang. The album was released in 2006.
- Eve — Philadelphia rapper who was originally signed with the Ruff Ryders. After departing the label, Eve joined Aftermath in 2004 to complete her fourth studio album; there is no scheduled date for the release of the album. Eve is also working with Swizz Beatz, a producer affiliate to Ruff Ryders, on the rap label Full Surface.
- Raekwon — Originally was an artist signed to Loud Records and then Universal-Motown Records. Raekwon joined Aftermath in 2006 after months of speculation. He comfirming joining the label in a music interview. Raekwon is preparing for the fifth studio album; there is no confirmation date of release of this album. Raekwon is a member of the Wu-Tang clan.
- Stat Quo — An Atlanta-based rapper joined Shady Records and Aftermath Entertainment in 2004. He is preparing for the release of his debut album Statlanta. The debut album is scheduled to be released in the near future.
- Bishop Lamont — California-based rapper who joined Aftermath in 2005. According to sources, Bishop Lamont is preparing for his debut album titled The Reformation' set to be release sometime during the summer of 2007----
- G.A.G.E. — Philadelphia-based artist joined Aftermath in 2006. Not much is known about him presently. The rapper is preparing for the release of his debut album tentatively titled My Life.
- Dion — Cincinnati-based singer joined Aftermath in 2006. Not much is known about him presently. Hi-Tek, a producer and affiliate with Aftermath, was instrumental in helping sign Dion to the label.
- Joell Ortiz - Brooklyn-based rapper who was formerly signed to So So Def Records. This rapper recently signed to Aftermath Entertainment and is preparing for a major label debut. Before major label debut, Ortiz releases an independent album called The Brick.