Eminem news 2016
Here are some notable Eminem news stories from 2016:
- New Album Announcement: In August 2016, Eminem announced that he would be releasing a new album, titled "Revival", which would be his first studio album since "The Marshall Mathers LP 2" in 2013.
- Dr. Dre's Beats Acquisition: In March 2016, Apple acquired Beats Electronics, a company co-founded by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, for $3 billion. Eminem, who had a significant stake in the company, reportedly earned around $40 million from the deal.
- Eminem's Net Worth: In May 2016, Forbes estimated Eminem's net worth to be around $190 million, making him one of the richest rappers in the world.
- Touring and Live Performances: In 2016, Eminem embarked on his "The Monster Tour" with Rihanna, which grossed over $100 million in ticket sales. He also performed at several music festivals, including Coachella and Governors Ball.
- Feud with Machine Gun Kelly: In July 2016, Eminem released a surprise diss track called "No Favors", which targeted Machine Gun Kelly, a rapper from Cleveland. The feud between the two rappers had been building for months, with both artists trading insults on social media.
- "Campaign Speech" Release: In December 2016, Eminem surprise-released a new song called "Campaign Speech", which was a freestyle track that addressed various social and political issues, including the 2016 US presidential election.
- "Revival" Release and Reception: "Revival" was released on December 15, 2016, and received mixed reviews from critics. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, but was criticized for its production and lyrical content.
These are just a few of the notable Eminem news stories from 2016. It was a big year for the rapper, with new music, touring, and feuds making headlines.