Most Anticipated Southern Rap Albums for 2008

Lil' Wayne-The Carter III: Lil' Wayne's Carter III was set to hit stores before the end of 2007, but as usual with most anticipated releases, the drop date was pushed back to Summer of 2008. The single "Gossip" has already been established as one of the most powerful songs on the Carter III due to his BET performance. Producers such as Wyclef, Timberland, Kanye West and Dr. Dre are expected to supply him with the proper beats he needs. Rumored guest appearances from Lil' Mama and Jibbs have yet to be proven true.

T.I.-Paperwork: With all the ups and downs "The King of the South" has had to endure over the last couple of months it's difficult to imagine him dropping an album and not be around to promote it. The newly album titled "Paperwork" is set to be released before the end of the summer. Production from a lot of unheard of producers as well as DJ Toomp, Dr. Dre and Polow Da Don are expected to make their presents felt. No information as to guest appearances is known at this time.

Ludacris-Theatre of the Mind: Luda is one of many rappers turned actors that's set to release his new album this May titled "Theatre of The Mind." Still cruising off the success of his last album, "Release Therapy", Ludacris plans to once again take everyone to a different place in his mind. The lead single "Down in the Dirty" has already been getting active video and radio play responses. MC appearances such as Bun B, Rick Ross, Lil' Wayne and Big Boi are expected to be made.

Shawty Lo-Units in Da City: Shawty Lo, self proclaimed "King of Bankhead" Ga, is due to drop his most anticipated street release "Units in Da City." The D4L Label entrepreneur's album has already been bootleged in anticipation to his February release. Songs such as "Dey Know", "Got em 4 the LO" and "Count on Me" have already got the streets going crazy in anticipation. Shawty LO has once mentioned that at one point in time, he paid for radio spins but is thinking that he won't have to this go around. Producers such as Drumma Boy, Shawty Red, Polow Da Don and a list of others are expected. Guest appearances from Young Jeezy, Plies, E-40, Gorilla Zoe, DFB and others are also expected.

Bun B-II Trill: Bun B, one half of the Houston duo, UGK, is looking forward to releasing his second solo album titled "II Trill." After the tragic death of his partner in rhyme and crime, Pimp C, Bun B is expected to make a splash in the calm waters of the rap game. Production from Cory Mo, JR Roten, Jazzy Pha and Blackout are already in the works, while scorching verses from Lil Wayne, Sean Kingston and Junior Reid are already completed. Look for the Houston Hip Hop President to drop this fire around early April.

Young Buck-Product of The South: While continuing to distance himself more and more from the G-Unit, Young Buck is preparing to drop his latest piece of work titled "Product of the South" April 1^st. This album will be distributed thru his own Cashville Records, not G-Unit. Highly anticipated collaborations from Young Jeezy, Plies and Devin the Dude are expected. He will receive production assistance from Drumma Boy and Sha Money XL.

B.G.-Too Hood 2 B Hollywood: While owning his own label imprint known as "Chopper City Records", B.G. is taking a different path by working with Grand Hustle Records on his latest release "Too Hood 2 B Hollywood." The New Orleans native has incorporated help from Grand Hustle front man T.I. as he's producing the whole album. The lead single "For a Minute" is already poppin' in the clubs and in the streets. Additional production from DJ Toomp, Mannie Fresh, Scott Storch and Nitty is also something else to look forward to in May 2008.

Webbie-Savage Life 2: Louisiana native Webbie will be releasing his sophomore album titled "Savage Life 2" on February 26^th. The hot single "I.N.D.E.P.E.N.D.E.N.T." has already been declared the new working women's anthem as it's got the radio dials on fire. Collaborations with label mates Lil Boosie, Foxx and Big Head are expected as well as other artist like Bun B, Birdman and Young Dro. Mannie Fresh and B-Real are expected to add some seasoning to an already hot album.

Slim Thug-Boss of All Bosses: Always known for setting the newest trends, Slim Thug's album has been way overdue. Since his first major releases titled "Already Platinum", Slim Thug has been rarely seen in the rap game. The single from this album "Theme song" has already gotten exceptional spins on video countdowns as well as radio stations. Other songs from the album such as "Problem Wit Dat" and "Wood Grain Wheel" are produced by talented new comer Mr. Lee. Jermaine Dupri, Mannie Fresh and even the great Dr. Dre are contributors to this highly anticipated album. Look for Slim Thug to prove why he's the number one "BOSS" in April.