Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 | Posted by -E-

Vibe Magazine Closes its Doors

New York’s Gawker.com has confirmed that VIBE magazine has been the latest print magazine to close its doors.


Founded in 1993 by music and entertainment mogul, Quincy Jones, VIBE was perceived in the industry, by many, as “the black Rolling Stone”.” At its peak, the periodical reportedly keyshia_cole_vibeboasted a circulation of over 800,000. Famous covers included Eminem, Suge Knight, Barack Obama and more.

After its first decade, VIBE branded numerous books, award shows and spin-off publications, including VIBE Vixen.

Famed journalists dream hampton, Bobbito Garcia and Nelson George had written for the publication.

The magazine, who was presently led by respected industry veteran Editor-in-Chief Danyel Smith, had witnessed salary cuts, layoffs and circulation drops since early this year.

No word has been given yet if the brand will remain online.

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1 Response for “Vibe Magazine Closes its Doors”

  1. Jimmy says:
    July 8, 2009 at 5:05 pm

    Sad day indeed, Vibe was a much needed alternative to the more ‘regular’ Hip-Hop mags, RIP Vibe

    Dope Hip-Hop books –

    Check The Technique http://www.waxfacts.com
    Can’t Stop Won’t Stop http://www.cantstopwontstop.com
    How To Rap http://www.howtorapbook.com
    Classic Material http://www.o-dub.com/classic/classic.html

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