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|Genre = [[Hip hop music|Hip hop]]
|Genre = [[Hip hop music|Hip hop]]
|Years_active = 2000–Present
|Years_active = 1997–Present
|Label = [[Roc-A-Fella Records|Roc-A-Fella]] (2001–2004)<br />[[Diplomat Records|Diplomat]] (2002–Present)<br />[[E1 Music|E1]] (2004–Present)
|Label = [[Roc-A-Fella Records|Roc-A-Fella]] (2001–2004)<br />[[Diplomat Records|Diplomat]] (2002–Present)<br />[[E1 Music|E1]] (2004–Present)
|URL = [http://www.dipsetmixtapes.com/ dipsetmixtapes.com]
|URL = [http://www.dipsetmixtapes.com/ dipsetmixtapes.com]
|Current_members = [[Cam'ron]] <br/> [[Jim Jones (rapper)|Jim Jones]] <br /> [[Juelz Santana]] <br /> [[Freekey Zekey]] <br /> [[Hell Rell]] <br/> [[J.R. Writer]] <br/> [[40 Cal.]] <br/> [[DukeDaGod]]
|Current_members = [[Cam'ron]] <br/> [[Jim Jones (rapper)|Jim Jones]] <br /> [[Juelz Santana]] <br /> [[Freekey Zekey]] <br /> [[Hell Rell]] <br/> [[J.R. Writer]] <br/> [[40 Cal.]] <br/> [[DukeDaGod]]

|Past_members = [[Max B]] <br /> Stack Bundles (Deceased) <br /> Jha Jha <br /> Jay Bezel <br />


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'''The Diplomats''', also popularly known as '''Dipset''', are a [[Harlem]]-based [[hip hop]] group founded by [[Cam'ron]] and [[Jim Jones (rapper)|Jim Jones]] in 2000. The original members of the group are Cam'ron, Jim Jones, and [[Freekey Zekey]], who all grew up together on the East Side of Harlem. [[Juelz Santana]] would later be added to the group in 2000.
'''The Diplomats''', also popularly known as '''Dipset''', are a [[Harlem]]-based [[hip hop]] group founded by [[Cam'ron]] and Freekey Zekey in 1997. The original members of the group are Cam'ron, Jim Jones, and [[Freekey Zekey]], who all grew up together in Harlem . [[Juelz Santana]] would later be added to the group in 2000.
==History==
==History==
The first commercial appearance of the group was on [[Cam'ron]]'s 2000 album ''[[S.D.E. (album)|S.D.E.]]'', released on [[Epic Records]]. During this period, various members of the original group consisting of Cam'ron, [[Jim Jones (rapper)|Jim Jones]], and others, were first signed together as a group to [[Roc-A-Fella Records]] from 2002 to 2004, though they are now signed to their own label, [[Diplomat Records]]. Each individual artist, however is signed to a different label, including [[E1 Music]], [[Asylum Records|Asylum]], and [[Def Jam Recordings|Def Jam]], among others.
The first commercial appearance of the group was on [[Cam'ron]]'s 2000 album ''[[S.D.E. (album)|S.D.E.]]'', released on [[Epic Records]]. During this period, various members of the original group consisting of Cam'ron, [[Jim Jones (rapper)|Jim Jones]], Juelz Santana, Freekey Zekey, and others, were first signed together as a group to [[Roc-A-Fella Records]] from 2001 to 2004, though they are now signed to their own label, [[Diplomat Records]]. Each individual artist, however is signed to a different label, including [[E1 Music]], [[Asylum Records|Asylum]], and [[Def Jam Recordings|Def Jam]], among others.


The group came to further popularity in [[2002 in music|2002]] with the release of Cam'ron's third album, ''[[Come Home With Me]]''. The lead singles were platinum hits "[[Oh Boy (song)|Oh Boy]]" and "[[Hey Ma (song)|Hey Ma]]", which both featured group mate Juelz Santana.<ref name="comeplat">{{cite web| url = http://www.allhiphop.com/hiphopnews/?ID=1447| title = Cam'ron Strikes Platinum| accessdate = October 4 2006| author = Strong, Nolan| date = December 23, 2002| publisher = AllHipHop.com}}</ref> The group followed Cam'ron's solo album shortly after with their debut album ''[[Diplomatic Immunity (album)|Diplomatic Immunity]]'' released in 2003, which featured remixes of both songs, as well as lead single "Dipset Anthem" which peaked at #64 on the [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] [[Billboard R&B Singles|Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs]] chart.<ref>[http://www.billboard.com/artist/the-diplomats/499160#/song/the-diplomats-featuring-cam-ron-juelz-santana/dipset-anthem/4538501 Billboard.com]</ref> The double-disc album was a success and quickly became certified gold by [[RIAA]] under two months after its release.<ref>[http://www.riaa.com/goldandplatinumdata.php?table=SEARCH_RESULTS RIAA.com]</ref> By the time of the release of their 2004 followup, ''Diplomatic Immunity 2'', additional members [[Hell Rell]], [[40 Cal.]], and [[J. R. Writer]] had joined the group.
The group came to further popularity in [[2002 in music|2002]] with the release of Cam'ron's third album, ''[[Come Home With Me]]''. The lead singles were platinum hits "[[Oh Boy (song)|Oh Boy]]" and "[[Hey Ma (song)|Hey Ma]]", which both featured group mate Juelz Santana.<ref name="comeplat">{{cite web| url = http://www.allhiphop.com/hiphopnews/?ID=1447| title = Cam'ron Strikes Platinum| accessdate = October 4 2006| author = Strong, Nolan| date = December 23, 2002| publisher = AllHipHop.com}}</ref> The group followed Cam'ron's solo album shortly after with their debut album ''[[Diplomatic Immunity (album)|Diplomatic Immunity]]'' released in 2003, which featured remixes of both songs, as well as lead single "Dipset Anthem" which peaked at #64 on the [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] [[Billboard R&B Singles|Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs]] chart.<ref>[http://www.billboard.com/artist/the-diplomats/499160#/song/the-diplomats-featuring-cam-ron-juelz-santana/dipset-anthem/4538501 Billboard.com]</ref> The double-disc album was a success and quickly became certified gold by [[RIAA]] under two months after its release.<ref>[http://www.riaa.com/goldandplatinumdata.php?table=SEARCH_RESULTS RIAA.com]</ref> By the time of the release of their 2004 followup, ''Diplomatic Immunity 2'', additional members [[Hell Rell]], [[40 Cal.]], and [[J. R. Writer]] had joined the group.

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For the record label, see Diplomat Records.
The Diplomats

The Diplomats, also popularly known as Dipset, are a Harlem-based hip hop group founded by Cam'ron and Freekey Zekey in 1997. The original members of the group are Cam'ron, Jim Jones, and Freekey Zekey, who all grew up together in Harlem . Juelz Santana would later be added to the group in 2000.

History

The first commercial appearance of the group was on Cam'ron's 2000 album S.D.E., released on Epic Records. During this period, various members of the original group consisting of Cam'ron, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, Freekey Zekey, and others, were first signed together as a group to Roc-A-Fella Records from 2001 to 2004, though they are now signed to their own label, Diplomat Records. Each individual artist, however is signed to a different label, including E1 Music, Asylum, and Def Jam, among others.

The group came to further popularity in 2002 with the release of Cam'ron's third album, Come Home With Me. The lead singles were platinum hits "Oh Boy" and "Hey Ma", which both featured group mate Juelz Santana.[1] The group followed Cam'ron's solo album shortly after with their debut album Diplomatic Immunity released in 2003, which featured remixes of both songs, as well as lead single "Dipset Anthem" which peaked at #64 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.[2] The double-disc album was a success and quickly became certified gold by RIAA under two months after its release.[3] By the time of the release of their 2004 followup, Diplomatic Immunity 2, additional members Hell Rell, 40 Cal., and J. R. Writer had joined the group.

End of Dipset

In December 2007, Jim Jones stated in an interview that even though there are controversies between various members of the group, there is a plan in motion to bring back "The Diplomats" in the future. Jones, who hasn't been on speaking terms with the group's leader Cam'ron, also stated that there have been various conversations on a plan for a third installment of the "Diplomatic Immunity" series. The album had been expected to be released sometime in the summer of 2008,[4] though no such album materialized.

However, in a later interview, 40 Cal. hinted that while the dynamic of the group is likely beyond repair, there may be further collaboration.[5] Juelz Santana also spoke on a future collaboration, but stated that at the moment, Cam'ron seems to be the only obstacle, while also stating that though his contract was sold to Def Jam, he has no hard feelings towards his former boss.[6][7]

In a September 2008 interview with Juelz, he stated that he no longer has a contractual obligation to Cam'ron and/or Jim Jones. Within the interview he stated that is still on speaking terms with the members of the group, and didn't feel that they were holding him back, but he did feel the "mainstream" wasn't crediting him as notable as much as he had hoped.[8] Though in a later interview, he stated that he felt the other members of the group were not as focused as he, while also stating there was selfishness within the group. He also stated he wanted to focus more on his career.[9]

In April 2010, Cam'ron and Jim Jones announced they ended their feud.[10] In June 2010, the Dipset reunion began with a teaser titled "Under Construction" and a street single, "Salute" produced by Araabmuzik. The song features Jim Jones, Cam'ron, and Juelz Santana.


In 2007, 40 Cal. started "Skeme Team",[11] while Freekey Zekey formed the "730 Dips",[12] started a record label of the same name, "730 Dips Records",[12] while also joining fellow Diplomats' member Jim Jones new group, "ByrdGang".[13]

In 2008, Juelz Santana started the "Skull Gang" which, when his contract was sold to Def Jam, also secured a deal, that included the solo members.[6]In 2009 Camron started a new group called the U.N and Dipset West. In 2008 Hell Rell started Top Gunnas and J.R started Thundabyrdz.

In 2009, Cam'ron created The U.N. (Us Now), featuring himself and Vado among other Harlem rappers. The group has a debut album coming in Summer 2010, Gunz n' Butta'.

Discography

Main article: The Diplomats discography
Studio albums
Compilation albums
  • 2005: More Than Music Vol. 1
  • 2006: The Movement Moves On
  • 2007: More Than Music Vol. 2

Mixtapes

  • 2001:Diplomats Volume 1
  • 2002:Diplomats Volume 2
  • 2003:Diplomats Volume 3
  • 2004:Diplomats Volume 4
  • 2005:Diplomats Volume 5
  • 2004:Dipset Memorial Day
  • 2003:Dipset/byrdgang: Vol. 1 All Eyez On Zeke
  • 2004:Dipset/byrdgang: Vol. 2 The New Season

Filmography

  • The Original Harlem Diplomats
  • Sippin' On Sizzurp Bonus DVD
  • A Day in the Fast Life
  • Killa Season
  • Eye Of The Eagle
  • " State Property 2"

References

  1. ^ Strong, Nolan (December 23, 2002). "Cam'ron Strikes Platinum". AllHipHop.com. Retrieved October 4 2006. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  2. ^ Billboard.com
  3. ^ RIAA.com
  4. ^ Sixshot.com, Jim Jones Plans to "Bark On" Jay-Z, Joins Forces With Styles P For Collabo Album]
  5. ^ 40 Cal Warns Of Cam'ron's Return, Talks Dipset Unity
  6. ^ a b (August 19, 2008) Was Cam'ron holding Juelz Santana Back? DefSounds Accessed August 17, 2008.
  7. ^ (August 1, 2008) Juelz Santana's contract Sold to Def Jam DefSounds. Accessed August 27, 2008.
  8. ^ (September 9, 2008) September interview with Hell Rell Accessed September 19, 2008.
  9. ^ RealTalkNY/Sean (September 15, 2008) Hell Rell Speaks On Why He Left Dipset YouTube. Accessed September 21, 2008.
  10. ^ Miss Info Exclusive: Cam’ron and Jim Jones rebuild friendship, Jimmy issues public apology
  11. ^ Francesca Djerejian (February 22, 2007) 40 Cal: Waiting In The Wings BallerStatus Accessed August 27, 2008.
  12. ^ a b 730DipsOfficial YouTube YouTube. Accessed August 28, 2008.
  13. ^ Jim Jones, Freekey Zekey, & Byrd Gang Interview On Rap City! "Kanye West You Betta Watch M**** Mouth, Before I Pull You By That Glow In The Dark Pink, Stickin & Learn In The Nerd Lane" WorldStarHipHop. Accessed August 28, 2008.
  14. ^ NEWS: Juelz Santana On Dipset Reunion, "If The Fans Want An Album, We Can Do That" Sohh.com
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