Bad Boy stumbles again

Black Rob's debut album Life Story comes out at an interesting time for his label, Bad Boy Records. In years past, Bad Boy, owned by media star Sean "Puffy" Combs, has ruled the rap scene. Propelled by catchy pop songs and the lyrics of now-slain rapper Notorious B.I.G., Bad Boy grossed mo' money than any other hip-hop label in history. However, after the death of Biggie, Bad Boy's fortunes have fallen. Two other key members of the label, the Lox and Mase, have left, and the label's new albums have failed to catch on without the reputation of Biggie to back them up. To top it all off, another rapper, Shyne, and Puffy himself have been involved in a double murder inside a nightclub that may land both men in jail.