C.E.O. of Seven Arts Entertainment claimed 52 masters was acquired in 2012 from DMX and his producers at the time, but DMX and Swizz Beatz has stated that Seven Arts Entertainment are not the rightful owners.
C.E.O. of Seven Arts Entertainment stated:
“DMX and his team fully cooperated on the production of this album,” the statement continues. “Redemption of the Beast was the second album planned for release with DMX in September of 2012, following the release of Undisputed.
These new masters represent the best of this legendary artist and offer production by some of the best in the industry. All fans are invited to listen to the music, which is the real thing, the ‘rough and ready’ of DMX. The music and artistry speaks for itself.”
DMX’s publicist stated:
“I spoke to DMX today and he was unaware of the upcoming announcement of the Redemption Of The Beast album,” Domenick Nati of Nati Celebrity Services wrote. “When I read him the projected track list of songs to be released X said, ‘that’s all stolen music.
DMX and myself are highly disappointed that trust was broken and that these songs may be released and sold without X’s knowledge or consent. DMX and Swizz Beatz are working on an album together and fans should look to their official social media accounts for accurate information.”