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Today in Hip-Hop History: Ice Cube Dropped His First Solo LP ‘Amerikkka’s Most Wanted’ 34 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / May 16, 2024

On this day in Hip Hop history, 34 years ago, Ice Cube released his debut solo album Amerikkka’s Most Wanted....

DJ Akademiks Says He Will Take the Rap Industry ‘Down With Me’ in Response to Rape Lawsuit

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2024

DJ Akademiks is the subject of a lawsuit alleging he committed rape and defamation against a woman named Fauziya Abashe....

SOURCE SPORTS: Angel Reese Makes Pro Debut with Custom Reebok Solution Shoe

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2024

Reebok partner and rising basketball superstar Angel Reese made her professional debut for the Chicago Sky in style, wearing her...

SOURCE SPORTS: Mavericks Secure Game 5 to Take Series 3-2 Lead Over Thunder

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2024

After a narrow miss in the fourth quarter of Game 4, the Mavericks bounced back decisively in Game 5, taking...

SOURCE SPORTS: Celtics Advance to Eastern Conference Finals After Defeating Cavaliers in Game 5

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2024

With an opportunity to close out the series on their home floor, Jayson Tatum (25 points, ten rebounds, nine assists)...

WATCH: Saucy Santana Calls Out Akademiks Over Rape Lawsuit

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2024

Following a lawsuit sent to Akademiks for rape and defamation, Saucy Santana reignited his beef with the popular blogger. Saucy...

Biden and Trump Agree to Debate in June and Sept.

By Shawn Grant / May 16, 2024

President Joe Biden and Republican candidate Donald Trump have agreed to debate. The two will meet twice before the Nov....

Today in Hip-Hop History: Ice Cube Dropped His First Solo LP ‘Amerikkka’s Most Wanted’ 34 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 16, 2024

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On this day in Hip Hop history, 34 years ago, Ice Cube released his debut solo album Amerikkka’s Most Wanted. Following the tragic breakup of N.W.A., this album’s unexpected commercial and critical success set...

DJ Akademiks Says He Will Take the Rap Industry ‘Down With Me’ in Response to Rape Lawsuit

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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DJ Akademiks is the subject of a lawsuit alleging he committed rape and defamation against a woman named Fauziya Abashe. He states he will take the industry down with him. "Let me tell you this about everyo...

SOURCE SPORTS: Angel Reese Makes Pro Debut with Custom Reebok Solution Shoe

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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Reebok partner and rising basketball superstar Angel Reese made her professional debut for the Chicago Sky in style, wearing her custom Reebok Solution shoe. The fashionable chalk/white silhouette features...

SOURCE SPORTS: Mavericks Secure Game 5 to Take Series 3-2 Lead Over Thunder

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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After a narrow miss in the fourth quarter of Game 4, the Mavericks bounced back decisively in Game 5, taking control early and never relinquishing the lead to secure a 104-92 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder...

SOURCE SPORTS: Celtics Advance to Eastern Conference Finals After Defeating Cavaliers in Game 5

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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With an opportunity to close out the series on their home floor, Jayson Tatum (25 points, ten rebounds, nine assists) and the Celtics delivered the final blow to the shorthanded Cavaliers, securing a 113-98 vi...

WATCH: Saucy Santana Calls Out Akademiks Over Rape Lawsuit

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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Following a lawsuit sent to Akademiks for rape and defamation, Saucy Santana reignited his beef with the popular blogger. Saucy hit Instagram with a scathing post, frequently referring to Ak as a "freaky b-...

After persistent pressure from Donald Trump's presidential campaign and allies, the anticipation of a face-off between the former POTUS and President Joe Biden on the debate stage is growing as the most critical election of our time looms.

Biden and Trump Agree to Debate in June and Sept.

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

News, Politics

President Joe Biden and Republican candidate Donald Trump have agreed to debate. The two will meet twice before the Nov. 5 Election Day. According to TIME, CNN will host the first debate on June 29. The sec...

Chief Keef Announces "A Lil Tour" Across the U.S.

Chief Keef on His Influence on Hip-Hop: ‘I Be Tired of Hearing That’

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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Chief Keef wants y'all to stop telling him how influential he is. He knows! Speaking with Grammy.com for the release of his Almighty So 2 album, Sosa revealed he hears it everywhere. "If I had 500 M's every...

Spotify Hit with Cease and Desist Over Lyrics, Music Videos and More

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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Spotify has been issued a cease and desist order from the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA) for hosting lyrics, music videos, and podcast content without proper licensing. According to Billboard,...

Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ Commemorates 40th Anniversary With 4K UHD and Digital Release

Sourcestaff

May 16, 2024

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Warner Home Video is poised to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Prince’s iconic film "Purple Rain" with a dazzling rerelease on 4K UHD and digital platforms, filled with special features set for a June 25 rel...

Here’s What We Know About the Jurors Seated in Trump Historic Criminal Trial

Donald Trump’s Defense Attorneys Paint Prosecution Star Witness Michael Cohen as a Serial Liar Out for Vengeance

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May 16, 2024

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Donald Trump's historic criminal trial, his former fixer, Michael Cohen, faced a relentless cross-examination from defense attorney Todd Blanche, aimed at tarnishing his credibility as the prosecution's star w...

ATF Agent Gives Testimony in Young Thug YSL RICO Trial in Atlanta

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May 16, 2024

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Remember that YSL, Young Thug RICO trial? That’s STILL going on and Tuesday's session in kicked off with the testimony of David Raissi, a special agent from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosi...

Dame Dash Names Two JAY-Z Albums and One From Kanye as His Favorite Roc-a-Fella Projects

Dame Dash Says Kendrick Lamar Won ‘Best Battle of All Time’ Over Drake

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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Dame Dash is weighing in on the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef as the dust settles. Speaking with the America Nu Network, Dash dubbed Kendrick the winner in what he believes was "the best battle of all time." ...

P-Valley Star Brandee Evans Joins Sheryl Lee Ralph in ‘The Fabulous Four’ an Upcoming Comedy Film

Sourcestaff

May 16, 2024

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Star of P-Valley, Brandee Evans, just joined Sheryl Lee Ralph for a new film, The Fabulous Four. Evans, best known for playing Mercedes Woodbine, is boarded into a cast that tapped Ralph to star alongside a...

HBO Announces First Season of Hard Knocks ‘Off Season’ with NY Giants

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May 16, 2024

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HBO's Hard Knocks series is poised to feature one of the NFL's most iconic franchises, the New York Giants, in its upcoming season titled "Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants." This marks the Giant...

Big Daddy Kane Names J. Cole the ‘Greatest Lyricist of this Era’

Shawn Grant

May 16, 2024

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Big Daddy Kane is saluting J. Cole. With all of the talk about The Big 3, which no longer exists, Kane spoke with The Art of Dialogue about who his favorite is out of J. Cole, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar. “I’...

‘Cross’ Teaser Trailer: Aldis Hodge Stars as Alex Cross in First Look

Sourcestaff

May 16, 2024

Amazon Prime Video just released dropped the first look, teaser for “Cross” the upcoming Alex Cross series starring Aldis Hodge. Get this, the streamer already made the confirmation that confirmed that a secon...

Ms. Lauryn Hill Extends 'Miseducation' 25th Anniversary Tour

Lauryn Hill Reveals Second Album Will Be Done ‘Soon’

Courtneyb

May 16, 2024

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Lauryn Hill, the renowned artist behind the groundbreaking 1998 album "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill," has long been a subject of fascination and anticipation in the hip hop world. After the immense success ...

Whoopi Goldberg Confirms 'Sister Act 3,' Wants Lizzo and Nicki Minaj in the Movie

[WATCH] Whoopi Goldberg Reveals Dramatic Weight Loss

Courtneyb

May 16, 2024

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Whoopi Goldberg, legendary actress, comedian and co-host of "The View," has stunned fans with her dramatic weight loss, revealing that she shed nearly 200 pounds with the help of the diabetes drug Mounjaro. ...

SOURCE SPORTS: Racism, Hate Speech, Harassment Allegations Haunt Virginia HS Baseball Team, Varsity Forfeits Remainder Of Season

Sha Be Allah

May 15, 2024

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A report out of Virginia Beach, VA, has confirmed that the Kempsville High School varsity baseball team has forfeited the remainder of their 2024 season due to an ongoing investigation into allegations of raci...