Rick Ross and his Maybach Music Group have announced a partnership with Gamma, the multimedia platform that is also home to Usher and Sexy Red.
MMG has previously released music from Ross, Meek Mill, Wale and Gunplay through a partnership with Epic Records. The new deal with Gamma will see Ross release music on the label in addition to spearheading multimedia projects. To celebrate the announcement, Ross has reunited with Mill for the single ‘Shaq & Kobe’, marking a reconciliation between the two following a rumoured rift. The pair plan to release a full-length album together in the future.
In addition, Ross’ longtime business partner and manager Breyon Prescott joins Gamma as executive VP of content, bringing with him his Chameleon Music Group, which previously had a joint venture with J Records and RCA. The executive, formerly head of urban music at Epic Records, has worked with artists including Brandy, Diddy and Dr Dre.
“You know that Breyon and I have been making money together for a long time, and more importantly, we have always been able to do great business, which is why I am looking forward to this partnership with Gamma. This is a big step for Larry to be in the position he’s in and for me to be in the position I’m in, so it’s only right that we come together and make some historic moves,” said Ross.
“I’ve known Breyon for over twenty years since my formative days at J Records and he has always been the consummate entrepreneur and trailblazer,” says Gamma founder Larry Jackson. “He has consistently delivered hits and we are proud to have him on the team here at Gamma. Rick Ross, via Breyon, was one of the first artists to believe in gamma and sign with us before we even launched. That meant a lot to me and I am thrilled to make this long overdue announcement of this partnership.
“I am thrilled to be part of the passionate team at Gamma. Larry and I first worked together with the legendary Clive Davis, where we broke many artists and enjoyed a historic musical run,” said Prescott. “I look forward to introducing fresh talent and exciting new projects. In arriving at gamma, I wanted to walk through the door with one of the most iconic artists and business leaders I have had the honour of working with and sharing great success with: Rick Ross! He is not only a unique music legend, but also an incredible human being. It’s exciting that the first project we’re working on together is the highly anticipated collaboration with Meek. I can’t wait for the world to experience it.
