Clipse has taken another step forward in the duo’s post-comeback resurgence: signing to CAA.
The deal comes after the revered rap duo, composed of Pusha T and Malice, ended its 15-year hiatus with the critically acclaimed album, Let God Sort Em Out. Released in July and executive-produced by Pharrell Williams, the album marked a powerful return for the group, debuting at a career-best No. 4 on the Billboard 200 with 118,000 album-equivalent units.
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Along with signing to CAA, Clipse is now under new management after departing from longtime manager and music executive Steven Victor, who played an integral role in the duo’s ascent dating back to its 2002 album, Lord Willin’. Going forward, By the Way’s Kevin McMullan and Alex DePersia will take on management duties for the duo.
Clipse’s legal rep is attorney David Jacobs at Epstein Becker & Green.
Since its release, Let God Sort Em Out has garnered Grammy buzz, most notably in the rap categories. In an interview with Billboard earlier this month, Pusha, Malice and Pharrell spoke on how their laser-sharp “precision” served as the foundation for their touted effort.
“I feel like we attacked this music in such a way that it comes with that level of precision,” said Pusha T. “There’s a level of expertise that is shown in the creation and displayed in the creation of this music. I’m glad that it comes across and hits people in that way. People are using ‘sophisticated’ and ‘high-taste level’ and all these adjectives to explain the music.”
Added Pharrell: “People are reacting to more than just the sounds, the ideas, like lyrically and song concept-wise. They responded to what the Clipse and myself put into our respective jobs.”
Let God Sort Em Out included features from Kendrick Lamar, Nas, John Legend, and Tyler, the Creator.
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