OutKast Headed To Epic

With L.A. Reid resurfacing at Epic Records, the mogul has reportedly made it a point to bring former LaFace act and beloved hip hop duo OutKast over to the label. The duo of Andre 3000 and Big Boi have not released an album together in five years.

“L.A. Reid has been busy erasing the company's tarnished image and rebuilding its roster, which will soon include Outkast and Ciara, sources tell The Hollywood Reporter,” said Shirley Halperin of The Hollywood Reporter. “Reid has a long history with both acts, who were originally signed to his LaFace Records.”

Reid initially signed Outkast to LaFace in the 1990s. Group member Big Boi previously stated that there would be new Outkast music in 2012 and a signing to Epic would only further the chances of that music being released.

Ciara Joining Epic?

Ciara could be making a switch. With her former mentor L.A. Reid heading over to Epic, rumors have begun to swirl that the pop/R&B starlet would be heading over to the label in an effort to restart her career.

When asked, Ciara was ambiguous about whether or not she would be making the move.

"I think you have to ask L.A. kinda what’s going on," Ciara says. "I can’t really comment on what’s happening and the system. I can’t really say too much. I don’t really know too much about the breakdown of everything. I know a lot of times I speak to my fans [via Twitter] like, “Today was so great,” or “Oh my god, I can’t believe this is happening right now.” There’s things I’ve been saying so I can’t wait to share those things with my fans."

L.A. Reid Named Chairman of Epic

Legendary music executive Antonio "L.A." Reid has been named chairman and CEO of Epic Records. The report came directly from Doug Morris, CEO of Sony Music Entertainment. The official announcement comes after about a month of speculation that Reid would indeed assume the title.

"L.A. repeatedly has proven over the course of his celebrated career that he knows how to develop world-class artistry,” said Morris in a statement. “We are very happy to have an executive of his talents leading Epic Records as we begin an exciting new chapter of growth for Sony Music Entertainment."

Reid also issued an official statement regarding the big news.

p> "I look forward with great enthusiasm to joining the Sony Music family, as it affords us the opportunity to build Epic Recordings as the revolutionary music company of tomorrow. We are deeply committed to discovering and developing the next generation of superstars as well as implementing a fresh and innovative business model,” Reid's statement read. “It is also my distinct pleasure to be once again joining Doug, who is an amazing leader and the most visionary and forward-thinking executive in the music entertainment industry."