Rick Ross announced R&B singer Omarion as the newest member of his Maybach Music Group record label at a press conference yesterday.
Also spotted at the press conference, held in New York City, Hip-Hop mogul Diddy, producer/producer Swizz Beatz and Bad Boy artist French Montana.
Before Omarion (aka “Maybach O”) shared his gratitude and debuted a teaser to his upcoming video for “Let’s Talk,” all members of Maybach Music Group — except for Stalley, who is currently on tour — announced the release dates for their upcoming projects: Maybach Music’s second compliation album, Self Made Vol. 2 (June 26), Meek Mill’s debut album, Dreams and Nightmares (August 28), and Rick Ross’ highly-anticipated God Forgives, I Don’t, out July 31.
Swizz Beatz and Diddy followed suit, speaking on their ventures with Rick Ross. Swizz announced that through their Reebok partnership, both will be releasing a big and tall clothing line.
Diddy took the podium next to pay his respects to Ross for supporting him and helping him promote Ciroc. “He, to me, is one of the hardest working men in this business. To have a relationship with him, this is not by accident,” Diddy said. “I know he will go down in history as one of the great record men.”
Wale, Meek Mill, French Montana — who is signed to Diddy’s Bad Boy Records but has a close relationship with Rick Ross — also took to the stage to discuss their upcoming projects before Ross announced Omarion’s MMG signing.
“A lot of people have been wondering what’s up with Omarion? Is his career over?” Omarion said. “I’ve never been a fan of popular opinion, but from now on, when you see me, understand that it’s Maybach Music.”
No doubt that Maybach Music Group is claiming the summer of 2012 as theirs.
