Canadian electro-pop sensation Grimes announced today that she has signed with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation imprint. It’s becoming the chic thing to do lately, as Grimes joins a roster that already boasts M.I.A., Santigold, and HAIM, alongside his stable of superstar producers and athletes which include Robinson Cano who signed a 10-year, $240 million contract with the Seattle Mariners last week at Jay’s behest.
Few artists have been as prepared for a second act as the man who brought us “Encore”. Already wealthy and powerful beyond his wildest dreams growing up in the Marcy Projects of Brookyln, Jay-Z is establishing himself as much more than just a businessman, entertainer or talent scout-he’s all of that and more. While his rapping has certainly gotten less poignant since his “retirement” with The Black Album. Beyonce proved earlier this month that they are easily the most powerful couple in music today, if Jay keeps signing up all the talent he may not relinquish that throne soon.