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Mastermind is the upcoming sixth studio album by American rapper Rick Ross, set to be released on March 4, 2014, by Maybach Music Group, Slip-n-Slide Records and Def Jam Recordings.

Background

In December 2012, Rick Ross reported that he was working on his sixth studio album.[1] On January 1, 2013, he announced he would release the title of his sixth studio album on January 7, 2013.[2] On January 7, 2013, in a promotional video he revealed the title of sixth album would be Mastermind.[3] On June 10, 2013, during an interview with MTV News, he explained that Mastermind will have a soulful vibe, saying: "That's most definitely the feel and that's why I made sure I wanted to open at the top of the new year. I wanted to make that clear for the ones that paid attention that that's most definitely my vibe. I love making those kind of records, those 'Cigar Music' records, those 'Amsterdam' records, and that was most definitely the energy, but I record so much material — we gotta wait and see."[4]

In an October 10, 2013 interview with Civil TV, Rick Ross spoke about the background of the album saying, "In the past year I done seen some things, I done been through some things, so you're going to feel that passion and that aggression. I think the streets are really going to love this." He also said he was putting "the finishing touches" on a song he wants to get Bobby Womack featured on.[5] In an October 2013, interview with Hot 97 he explained the album title, saying: "It’s all about coming from wherever you come from and take it wherever you want to go to. And the minute you do that that’s when you can consider yourself a mastermind."[6] In December 2013, during an interview on Hip-Hop Nation, Rick Ross spoke about why he decided to push the album back from its original December 17, 2013, release date, saying: "I’m still putting the final touches on the album. You know me, making that classic is more important than anything and making sure the streets are overwhelmed with what I am doing is what is most important. I’m gonna try to get it to you, and if I don’t, I’ma get it to you ASAP."[7]

In January 9, 2014, the album was mixed by Diddy.[8] Also in January 2014, Scott Storch confirmed that he provided production on the album.[9]

Release and promotion

On September 16, 2013, he announced the Mastermind Tour Dates, a mini-USA tour to promote Mastermind which will run from November 12, 2013, until November 23, 2013.[10] On October 9, 2013, Rick Ross announced on his Twitter account that the album would be released on December 17, 2013.[11] Two days later, a trailer for the album was released. The trailer "chronicles Ross' journey starting in 1999 through a series of fast moving shots quickly covering his come up through the rap ranks." Footage of Jay Z, Diddy, Birdman, Big Meech, Pablo Escobar and Muhammad Ali are spliced into the video for effect.[12] On January 14, 2014, Def Jam announced that the album would be released on March 4, 2014.[13]

Singles

The first promotional single "Box Chevy" was released on February 15, 2013.[14][15][16] The music video was filmed on April 1, 2013 and features cameos from MMG members Gunplay, Stalley and Rockie Fresh.[17] On May 2, 2013, the music video was released for "Box Chevy".[18] The song peaked at number six on the US Billboard Bubbling Under R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart.[19]

September 5, 2013 saw the debut of the album's first single "No Games" featuring Future and produced by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League.[20] The following day it was sent to Urban contemporary radio as a single.[21] The music video for "No Games" was filmed on October 10, 2013.[22] The song has since peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100.[23] On November 3, 2013, the music video was released for "No Games" featuring Future.[24]

On October 23, 2013, Rick Ross announced that the album's second single, which will feature Jay-Z, will be released in early November 2013.[25] The following day, Ross revealed that the song is titled "The Devil Is a Lie". He explained that song saying, "We’re pushing the envelope once again and it’s just one of those records I can’t wait to hit the streets. We went in another direction but it’s just one of those records that’s gonna speak for itself and everybody’s gonna have their opinion of it, but it’s most definitely what the streets need."[25] On December 19, 2013, "The Devil Is a Lie" featuring Jay-Z was released for digital download.[26] It will be sent to urban contemporary radio in the United States on January 21, 2014.[27] War Ready featuring Young Jeezy is coming soon.

References

  1. ^ Greg Watkins (2012-12-12). "Rick Ross Renews With Diddy's Ciroc Vodka". AllHipHop.com. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  2. ^ "Twitter / rickyrozay: For everyone still celebrating". Twitter.com. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  3. ^ Horowitz, Steven (7 January 2013). "Rick Ross Announces Title Of Sixth Studio Album". HipHopDX. Retrieved 7 January 2013.
  4. ^ 06/10/2013 11:07:07 (2013-06-10). "Rick Ross Set To Give Mastermind A Soulful Vibe - Music, Celebrity, Artist News". MTV.com. Retrieved 2013-10-10. {{cite web}}: |author= has numeric name (help)
  5. ^ Meara, Paul (2013-10-12). "Rick Ross Says Fans Will Hear Passion And Aggression On "Mastermind" | Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales". HipHop DX. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  6. ^ Harling, Danielle (2013-12-19). "Rick Ross "The Devil Is A Lie" Featuring Jay Z Cover Art Updated | Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales". HipHop DX. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  7. ^ "Rick Ross Pushes Back 'Mastermind' - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-12-05. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  8. ^ "Diddy Is Mixing Rick Ross' Next Album - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2014-01-10. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  9. ^ Harling, Danielle. "Scott Storch Says He & DJ Khaled Are "Gonna Flood The Market" | Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales". HipHop DX. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  10. ^ "Rick Ross Sets Mastermind Tour Dates". Rapfix.mtv.com. 2013-09-16. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  11. ^ "Rick Ross Dropping Mastermind Before 2013 Wraps". Rapfix.mtv.com. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  12. ^ "Rick Ross 'Mastermind' Album Trailer - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-10-10. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  13. ^ Tardio, Andres (2013-10-09). "Rick Ross "Mastermind" Has A New Release Date | Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales". HipHop DX. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  14. ^ "New Music: Rick Ross – "Box Chevy" « Consequence of Sound". Consequenceofsound.net. 2013-01-25. Retrieved 2013-08-06.
  15. ^ "Rick Ross - Box Chevy | Listen & Download". Djbooth.net. Retrieved 2013-08-06.
  16. ^ "iTunes - Music - Box Chevy - Single by Rick Ross". Itunes.apple.com. 2013-02-15. Retrieved 2013-08-06.
  17. ^ "Watch Behind the Scenes Footage of Rick Ross' "Box Chevy" Video Shoot". Complex. 2013-04-01. Retrieved 2013-08-06.
  18. ^ "New Video: Rick Ross 'Box Chevy'". Vibe. 2013-05-02. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  19. ^ "Rick Ross - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  20. ^ Gleckman, Alexander (2013-09-05). "Listen: Rick Ross f/ Future "No Games"". Complex. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  21. ^ "Frequency News". Frequency News. 2013-09-06. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  22. ^ Homie, Big (2013-10-11). "Behind The Scenes: Rick Ross x Future "No Games"". Rap Radar. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  23. ^ "Rick Ross - Chart history". Billboard. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  24. ^ "Video: Rick Ross f/ Future – 'No Games'". Rap-Up.com. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  25. ^ a b "Rick Ross' Next Single Will Feature Jay Z - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-10-24. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  26. ^ "iTunes - Music - The Devil Is a Lie (feat. JAY Z) - Single by Rick Ross". Itunes.apple.com. 2013-12-19. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
  27. ^ "Urban/UAC Future Releases | R&B, Hip Hop, Release Schedule and Street Dates |". Allaccess.com. Retrieved 2014-01-17.
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