Did Epic Records Exploit Bobby Shmurda?

So if you are following the news about Bobby Shmurda you know that earlier this month (Feb 4, 2014) his bond application set by bondsman Ira Judelson was withdrawn. Shmurda’s attorney says that they are currently putting together a bail package and will submit it to the courts within a week.

Recently statements are being made that Epic Records, the label that Bobby is signed to, has not been supporting him in his time of need. Shmurda’s entertainment lawyer Mathew Middleton recently expressed his views about the record label in an interview, saying that Epic Records exploited Bobby like they have done to countless talents that come from the inner city.

“These companies for years have capitalized and made millions and millions of dollars from kids in the inner city portraying their plight to the rest of the world,” Mr. Middleton says in the article. “To take advantage of that and exploit it from a business standpoint and then turn your back is disingenuous, to say the least.”

He also went on to say “I understand from a corporate standpoint that companies cannot put themselves in a position where it appears they’re supporting and condoning criminal activity,” Middleton says. “But he hasn’t been found guilty of anything yet.”

G-Unit leader 50 Cent recently spoke on the issue, and expressed his disappointment in Epic for not being there for Shmurda “You know what I would really like to see, though?” 50 Cent asked during an interview with DJ Whookid on Shade 45. “I’d like to see that check from Epic. How they didn’t get Bobby out? Why didn’t they bail Bobby out?”

Bobby Smurda’s next court hearing is in April. Do you think he should be granted bail or remain in jail due to his charges? Join us on social media tell us what you think.