Get ready for a hot take on the Drake-UMG drama! The future of Drake's music career is up for debate, and DJ Akademiks has some bold predictions.
In a recent interview with DJ Vlad, Akademiks tackled the rumor that Drake's upcoming album, ICEMAN, will be his final release under Universal Music Group (UMG). But here's where it gets controversial... Akademiks doesn't believe this is the end of their partnership.
The dismissal of Drake's defamation lawsuit against UMG, stemming from Kendrick Lamar's diss track, has sparked a lot of reactions. While some are critical, Akademiks takes a different approach, focusing on the future. He believes that Drake, the 6ix God, is too big an artist for UMG to let go.
Akademiks' Theory: UMG Will Overpay to Keep Drake
Akademiks theorizes that UMG will go the extra mile to retain Drake. He suggests they might even offer an over-the-top deal, potentially including another collab album after ICEMAN as an addendum. "I don't see him walking away from that," he confidently states.
But why does Akademiks think this? Well, he highlights the mutual benefits of new releases boosting the streams of an artist's back catalog. Plus, Drake's age and the industry systems that support signed artists are factors. "The music industry is a game," he argues, "and you need these behemoths to win big.
The Impact of Drake's Lawsuit Dismissal
It's worth noting that this interview took place before the lawsuit's dismissal. While this development might change the dynamic, the online conversations are already in full swing.
The Complex Situation Unveiled
At the heart of it all is the question: Will ICEMAN be Drake's last UMG album? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: this situation is far from simple.
Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" is back in the charts, a reminder of the ongoing fan base war between these hip-hop heavyweights. Will it ever end? Only time will tell, but let's hope both artists have brighter horizons ahead, regardless of Drake's rumored label situation.
Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story!
