Darryl Robertson

Darryl Robertson is a senior at the University of Southern Mississippi with dual majors in History and Mass Communications. He has published work in Vibe, XXL and Liberator magazines, to name a few. Robertson is a self proclaimed history and hip hop nerd. After graduating from USM Robertson plans to attend grad school to pursue a Ph.D. in history. Follow him on Instagram @bookhop and Twitter @darry_robertson

Is Solange Writing A Book About Jay Z and Bey’s Relationship?

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And, if you did, well, that’s family business. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Apparently Solange isn’t done ringing the alarm. According to Buzz 60, the R&B singer is slated to pen a tell-all book detailing her being overshadowed by big sister Beyonce. The source also says that the book could included information about Jay Z and Beyoncé’ relationship and […]

Wiz Khalifa Is Arrested At Texas Airport

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to TMZ, Pittsburg MC and Talyorgang boss, Wiz Khalifa, was arrested this morning (He’s since been released) at a Texas airport after TSA officials found 0.5 grams of weed in his possession. Wiz did’t didn’t seem worried about the small setback, because of the selfies he posted from his […]

Does Atlanta Run Hip-Hop?

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Atlanta has something to say Last week, Def Jam artist Trinidad James released a visual for his single, “Def Jam,” which was shot in Brooklyn. That’s bold move considering his, not so friendly, interactions with the Rotten Apple. Toward the end of 2013, the Atlanta rapper said that Atlanta hip-hop runs […]

Snootie Wild Releases Video For, ‘No Kissing’

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Are y’all paying attention to CMG? Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Memphis native Snooite Wild has been on his grind as of late. Today the CMG artist released the visual to his anti-lovemaking single,”No Kissing,” which features label mate and fellow Memphis comrade, Zed Zilla. Snootie is really trying to put summer of 2014 in a […]

The Source Talks With Yo Gotti About His Upcoming CMG Mix-tape, ‘Chapter One’ And His Mix-Tape With Jadakiss

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information   Historian V.P. Franklin said that, “through politics, education, religion or violent and non-violent resistance, self-determination has been the central goal of African Americans.” Well, Professor Franklin is on point with this, but with all due respect, professor, I’d like to add music to this philosophy. Advertisement Black folk have […]

Listen To Meek Mill’s New Track, ‘Straight Cash’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information He’s like a register Philly’s Meek Mill has been rapping like he has a car note to pay every month. Not that he hasn’t been dropping heat, but lately it seems as if the MMG rapper has up’ed his ante. His latest installment comes from PA’s Beat Bully’s, The Fix Mix-Tape. Over […]

Lil’ Wayne Release A Freestyle, ‘Tina Turn Up Needs A Tune Up’

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  Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Oh, snaps. Lil’ Wayne is having fun in the studio again. Today, the YMCMB boss released “Tina Turn Up Needs A Tune Up.” Over a snappy backdrop, Weezy has listeners snapping their necks and smiling while he plays with the beat and admits that he’s a hater as he […]

Listen To Gunplay’s New Song Featuring Rick Ross, ‘Aight’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Aight, I’m show you how we deal with ya’ Umm, I think we’re convinced that Rozay really is a master-mind. Maybach Music Group is loaded with talent. Behind starters, Meek Mill and Wale is trouble-man, Gunplay. Yesterday, he released a new track featuring his MMG boss. Over a head-snapping backdrop, Gunplay […]

The Source Exclusive: Who Is K.Camp?

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information I’ma show you how to do this, son If you listen to your local radio station, then you know that the airwaves are flooded with Atlanta rappers. For instance, 2 Chainz has had a string hits like 2013’s “Feds Is Watching” and  the Juvenile-inspired “Used To.” He’s also been busy in 2014 by appearing […]

ScHoolboy Q Releases Visual for ‘Hoover Street’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information What set you claim, Cuz?   Advertisement TDE’s ScHoolboy Q released the visual for his autobiography-like,“Hoover Street” from his Oxymoron album. In the video, a young Q is witness to the everyday life of gang-banging, guns and drug sales that goes on in South Central, L.A. In the video, a baby-faced Q […]

Mickey Factz Delivers A Lyrical History of Malcolm X, ‘Detroit Red’

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Oh, You gon’ learn today Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In case you’ve had your head buried under a rock today, today is Malcolm X’s birthday.  As a tribute to the aggressive African American icon, Bronx native Mickey Factz delivers a lyrical history of the intellectual god’s life. Over a soulful backdrop provided by Aleem […]

New Music: T.I. Featuring Young Thug, ‘About The Money’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The trap back thuggin Yes, the trap jumps even on Sundays. That’s why Grand Hustle CEO, T.I. and Cash Money artist, Young Thug linked up for the get money anthem, “About The Money.” Over the London on the Track-produced record, Thug sets things off with his high pitched, stop and […]

Nas’ ‘Time is Illmatic’ Is Coming To Theaters

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If they wrote a [movie] on your life, you think they’ll [watch] it? Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Nas’ influence will be shown on the big screen. The documentary, Time Is Illmatic, which premiered at the 2014 Tribecca Film Festival, is coming to theaters in October. The film-driected by One 9, written by Erik Parker and […]

Watch Rapsody’s Video, ‘Betty Shabazz’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information One of hip hop’s best kept secret and Norh Carolina native, Rapsody dropped a new visual for her song ‘Betty Shabazz.” Rapsody, who is signed to 9th Wonder’s Jamla Records imprint, sticks to her hip hop roots by easily spilling out clever metaphors. Over 9th Wonder‘s soulful production Rapsody raps: […]

Check Out Young Scooter’s New Song Featuring Young Thug, ‘Drugs’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Atlanta is flooded with up and coming hip-hop talent. Among the pack of hungry wolves is the 28-year old Young Scooter and fellow ATL artist Young Thug. On this new track, Scooter and Thug give an ode to illegal substances. The self-proclaimed “Count Money” MC,  Scooter raps: Advertisement I don’t know nothing […]

Michael Jordan Reveals Racist Encounters In New Book

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Basketball legend Michael Jordan worked with author Ronald Lazenby to tell his life story in new book, Michael Jordan: The Life.  In the book, Jordan talks about racism and what he learned  from watching the critically acclaimed film, Roots.  Lazenby spoke with Sports Illustrated about his research when writing the book. […]

Source Exclusive: Styles P Breaks Down Lyrics From New Album,’Phantom And The Ghost’

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information During my novice career as hip-hop journalist/intern, I’ve had the opportunity to interview a few rappers and unfortunately, I’ve talked to  a few arrogant personalities. But, behind-the-music, Yonkers native Styles P personality reflects his real-life lyrics. He’s direct, calm and aggressive at the same time. And, that’s Word to The […]

Illmatic Sales Increase

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information   According to HiphopDX, Nas’  Illmatic streams have seen a 300 percent sale increase since last week. Advertisement The actual album has also seen an increase in sales, according the HHDX. Illmatic, which was released April 19, 1994, has seen an 844 percent increase in sales. In 1994, the album sold 14,987 […]

Jay Z’s Former Engineer Questioned By LAPD In Extortion Scheme

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to Billboard.com, Producer Chancey Mahan was questioned by LAPD after he allegedly tried to sell some of Jay Z’s master recordings. Mahan, who worked with Jay Z from 2008-09, allegedly told Roc Nation employees that he would auction off the master recordings unless they gave him $100,000 cash. They reportedly […]