Upon signing to JCOR for the release of Space Age 4 Eva in 2000, 8Ball debuted his own label, 8 Ways Entertainment, on 8Ball Presents the Slab, a various-artists collection. Released via JCOR, The Slab features several established Southern rappers, including MJG, Lil Keke, DJ Squeeky, and Project Playaz, along with Bay Area legends E-40 and Too Short. It also features a lot of unknowns looking for a shot at fame and success. Consequently, The Slab is a mixed bag. Fans of 8Ball may want to give The Slab a spin, for he appears in top form throughout; everyone else can safely pass without missing anything significant.