Yesterday (February 18) it was announced that Harlem, New York rapper Charles Hamilton has signed a new deal with Republic Records. This news comes just three weeks after Hamilton returned to the music scene late last month, releasing “Correct” through his newly launched Soundcloud page.
According to Rap-Up, Hamilton has signed a deal with Sarah Stennett’s label Turn First in conjunction with Republic Records. The “Brooklyn Girls” rapper is reportedly readying his debut album, scheduled for release later this year.
“Charles is back and the excitement for his return is immeasurable,” said Republic Records’ co-founder and chief executive Monte Lipman. “The enthusiasm in the marketplace is overwhelming and we are thrilled to participate in the evolution of his career.”
Hamilton’s new single, “New York Raining” featuring Rita Ora, is set to appear on the finale of Fox’s Empire on March 18.
Hamilton was dropped from his original deal with Interscope Records in 2009.
Charles Hamilton took to Instagram to celebrate the news:
Charles is one of the most talented artists of the past 10 years, glad he’s getting a second chance
thought he retired, or was that hopsin? or both?
Remember when he was supposed to be the next to blow because the industry planned to push him, and then he lost his way. Haven’t heard shit from him in a while, so I wanna see how he’s evolved since being a teenager.
I’m happy for him and I hope he uses his gift gpr music this time and not throw it away by being a douche again. this may be his last chance.
wasnt he in the looney bin for a minute? after that chick smacked him up
Charles Hamilton is better than every rapper out right now. Unlike lame rappers like J Cole, he was actually creative and had his own unique sound. There’s a video of him killing Kendrick Lamar in cypher freestyle too. He should have been the one leading hiphop right now, but his mouth sort of made people hate him. I hope he’s more wise this time around, and he doesn’t fuck things up for himself. He deserves to be successful.
HA! die nigga……
young sonic is bizack
He’s great, and Rita has a great voice. This better be a smash.