Wu-Tang Clan co-founder GZA (p/k/a The Genius) has re-signed to his label, Babygrande Records. HipHopDX was told by the label of this agreement late last night. Babygrande’s founder and CEO Chuck Wilson released the following statement, “We have a fantastic relationship with GZA, and we are honored to have the opportunity to continue to work with him.”
GZA, a Brooklyn, New York native, released his most recent solo album, 2008’s Pro Tools, on Babygrande/Think Differently. Throughout his 20-year recording career, GZA’s been signed to Cold Chillin’ Records, MCA Records, Geffen Records and Angeles Records.
GZA’s seventh album is expected next year. Babygrande did not say if it will be the reported sequel to GZA’s sophomore album, Liquid Swords II: Return of the Shadowboxer.