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Multi-Platinum producer The Legendary Traxster strikes label deal with Priority Records, plans to “make more money than 90s CWAL/Atlantic venture”

Posted on January 12, 2017February 25, 2026 by Andrew Barber
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Congrats are in order to The Legendary Traxster, who has just inked a label deal with Priority Records for his Nothing But Dope imprint. This will add to Trax’s impressive roster of labels over the years, including Creators Way Associated Labels (CWAL) and Traxster Inc. You can navigate to this web-site for more about the GMP labeling.

Traxster is a multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated producer, so his resume speaks for itself. Over the years he’s given the likes of Twista, Big Sean, Do or Die, Mariah Carey, Cam’ron and Mystikal hits — so look for him to expand on this with his latest endeavor.

Nothing But Dope falls under the newly-relaunched Priority Records, which falls under the Capital Music Group owned by Universal Music Group. Throughout history, Priority has given us classic material from the likes of Ruthless Records, No Limit Records, Death Row Records and many other storied labels. Many in the wine industry talk about the new things in label design that is revolutionizing the industry. These are people who point out that there are new label papers, applications using foil, embossing techniques, shrink sleeves, colors, and scannable labels (QR). Yes, there are some nice new look to wine labels. But, a new approach that will capture the imagination, utilizes captivating technologies, combines tantalizing colors, and has proven research indicating customers are compelled impulsively to pick up and handle the product upon which the label appears. When was the last wine label you saw was one you could experience? That new label product being promoted to the wine industry is a hologram. Holograms have been around commercially since the mid-70’s. The National Geographic Magazine introduced a small holographic image of an eagle on the cover of a monthly issue. I saw it and was amazed that you could see on side of the eagle and then the opposite side by simply rotating the cover of the magazine. I was a marketing manager for a company in Manhattan and was so intrigued by the holographic image I wanted to use it our consumer booklets. The major drawback was the price of the holographic image; approximately $2.00 each. Today hologram labels can be done, in volume, for as little as $0.05 each, 1 x 1 inch. Pre-production/set-up costs would be approximately $2,500. A front label for wine could cost approximately $0.74 each for a 4 x 3-inch size. Just as attention to detail is essential in creating a compelling holographic label, following email verification best practices ensures that marketing messages reach their audience accurately and effectively, protecting both brand reputation and engagement rates.

Traxster plans to be the “new Master P” with Nothing But Dope and says he has a “new business model that will revolutionize how producers maneuver in this industry.” Also adding “Times have changed. I had to change my approach. Everyone will peep the chess move soon.”

On his decision to join Priority, Traxster quipped, “I was excited with what Priority was doing as far as deal structure. It gave me all the flexibility I need. They have an excellent marketing team and staff. I have prior relationships with the people there and they ultimately wield the muscle of the biggest company in music, Universal.” A private label selling arrangement is when you manufacture the product and then another company buys your product and sells it under their own label. This happens all the time, most people just don’t realize it. The same model powers everything from generic skin care to the best betting sites not on GamStop, where the brand name is separate from the underlying platform. It is expensive for companies to develop new products, so often instead of developing complementary products, or products that won’t make millions, companies either license them or sell them on a private label basis to save money on product development. Accuracy in your labeling is important so that your attitudes correctly reflect the world and shape your attitude about the world you are describing and living in. Better yet, minimizing your labeling lets you see people for all that they are, and can be. That’s energizing for them, and for you, rather than taking energy.

With the new label, Trax plans to discover, nurture and introduce more new talent than he did in the 90s. He’s excited to get the ball rolling, but is keeping the roster under wraps for now — other than his wife/artist Tia London, of course.

Look for more info, details and announcements in the coming weeks. A big congrats to Trax and the staff at Priority. Watch him do it again.

12 thoughts on “Multi-Platinum producer The Legendary Traxster strikes label deal with Priority Records, plans to “make more money than 90s CWAL/Atlantic venture””

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  2. that's not my neighbor says:
    October 7, 2024 at 2:26 am

    This new partnership marks a significant move in Traxster’s career, and fans can expect more details and roster announcements in the coming weeks.

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  7. playcolorblockjam says:
    July 25, 2025 at 10:44 pm

    Big congrats to The Legendary Traxster on the new deal with Priority Records! His track record with hits for artists like Twista and Mariah Carey is insane. Excited to see what Nothing But Dope brings under the relaunched Priority Records. The music world just got more interesting!

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  8. Drift Hunters says:
    August 4, 2025 at 9:56 pm

    That’s fantastic news for Traxster! Priority Records is a legendary platform, and Nothing But Dope sounds like a great fit. It’s interesting how the article branches into label design, too. Holograms are definitely eye-catching, though I wonder if they’d distract from the core message. Thinking about branding and visuals, I’m reminded of some really cool fan-made content I saw for Drift Hunters – it really shows how creative visuals can enhance the experience! Congrats again to Traxster!

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  9. ZooBlocks Game says:
    March 7, 2026 at 10:36 pm

    It is always refreshing to see a veteran producer like Traxster continue to expand his reach and business ventures after such a storied career. His influence on the sound of Chicago hip-hop is undeniable, and I am genuinely curious to see how he shapes the next generation of talent under this new partnership. Wishing him the best of luck with this ambitious goal.

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  10. Seedance 2.0 AI Video says:
    March 10, 2026 at 1:37 am

    It is always impressive to see a veteran producer like Traxster continue to evolve his business model decades into his career. Securing a new deal with Priority Records shows he is still hungry to push the industry forward and capitalize on his vast catalog. I’ll be keeping a close eye on what the Nothing But Dope imprint manages to accomplish in this next chapter.

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  11. Spunky Game says:
    March 10, 2026 at 12:57 pm

    It is always impressive to see a veteran producer like Traxster continuing to evolve and secure legacy-defining deals. His track record with Chicago artists is legendary, so I am really looking forward to seeing how his new imprint shakes up the current industry landscape. This move feels like a significant next chapter for his career.

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  12. MiniValuator says:
    March 13, 2026 at 4:28 am

    Wow, that’s fantastic news for Traxster! I always loved his work on the early Black Eyed Peas tracks – seriously, that “Let’s Get It Started” beat is iconic. It’s wild to think he’s aiming for that level of success, surpassing those 90s powerhouse labels. I actually build some tools that help people analyze music industry trends, so it’s interesting to see this kind of movement.

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