Here M.C. Shy-D has re-opened his label Benz Records. He's signed a clutch of acts including The Rhythum, Gangsta Trick and Icey Hot. There's a fourth act he's keeping secret.
Outkast is also busy, on their world tour with the 69 Boyz and with both Benz of Beamer and Phobia on movie soundtracks.
Another Style is kicking the club circuit to death, and have added a new member, Goof Man.
Sean "Puffy" Combs has moved office here, for Bad Boy Entertainment. He also wasted no time in signing the best of Atlanta's underground to a bass compilation.
After their much-publicised (but failed) try at reuniting 2 Live Crew, Brother Marquis and Mr. Mixx are working without Fresh Kid Ice and Luke.
Talibb Shabazz (former co-host of the local radio program Rhythm & Vibes) is now A&R director at Darryl Simmon's record label, Silent Partners Productions.
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