Sha Be Allah

The Source Magazine Staff Writer

Senior Shares His Tips on Surviving in the Music Industry

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The music business is as ruthless as a business can get. Between the diminishing role of publishers, their increasingly tight grip on artists’ earnings, and the fact that some of the most popular platforms pay a pittance for listens, being a struggling artist is more of a rite of passage than a worst-case scenario. Visit […]

The Golden Standard: Streignth Sportswear’s Newest Drop

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Fitness lovers rejoice: one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing activewear brands Streignth has unveiled its newest and most ambitious products to date. Entitled “The Golden Standard”, Streignth is bringing an elegancy to the gym in the form of golden designs and statements of empowerment.  Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Black, white, and greyscale camo rule this […]

Joe Biden Requests Congress Forgive $10K in Student Debt for All Borrowers

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President-Elect Joe Biden has had a series of tumultuous events to follow his victory as POTUS, however, after the chaos of the Capitol Hill Riots, Biden has revealed some plans that he has on deck after the inauguration. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to a report from CNBC, Biden will ask Congress to get […]

FL’s Leland Drops His “Routine” Single Prod. By Jesse Jazz

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South Florida artist Leland & producer Jesse Jazz join forces for the release of the lead single “Routine” off of his highly anticipated EP titled “Insomnia”.  Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Fort Myers natives fun and uptempo track “Routine” will be sure to kill radio stations and club scene early in 2021 with its […]

Cxt GZUS Drops “Votive Candles” W/ Joell Ortiz And A.D.A.M

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Hailing from East Flatbush & Crown Heights’ Brooklyn Avenue,  CxT GZUS (pronounced Cat Jesus) manifests music that represents the 3.6 miles of unleveled concrete in between the two men and their respective neighborhoods, which are known largely for their dense Caribbean population, vibrant colors and violence.  But CxT GZUS skips all bravado in the interest of exposing and tending […]

P Double Stays In His Own Creative Lane

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P Double is a versatile artist in the sense that all of his music is different. Leading by example and sticking to his roots, keeping it “New York”, but also adapting to the newer age sound. P Double’s key components in order are the lyrics, melody, story, and the message behind each record. If you could […]

FBI Releases Photos Of Suspected Capitol Hill Rioters

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The FBI has begun a nationwide manhunt for the participants in the Capitol Hill insurrection and has released photos of the suspects in hopes of uncovering their whereabouts. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Several pictures have been made public on social media, however, the Bureau made a new wanted poster with 10 of the suspects […]

[WATCH] The Weeknd Super Bowl LV Halftime Show Ad

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Just a week after dropping his “Save Your Tears” video just weeks before his Super Bowl LV halftime performance, singing sensation The Weeknd appears in one of many famous ads that will come across television screens on Super Bowl Sunday. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Pepsi-powered commercial features the famed crooner’s music being performed […]

Shurland Ayers: Musical Freedom Through Business

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Having financial stability and a sense of financial freedom is something that everyone should strive for in their lives. Often, we come across different avenues in life that we want to go down but are slowly put to a halt when financial obligations come into play. Shurland Ayers knew that if he were going to […]

[WATCH] True Crime Series “American Gangster: Trap Queens” Premieres Jan. 14 On BET

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BET announces the return of its hit unscripted series American Gangster: Trap Queens ­– a true crime series detailing the criminal chronicles of some of America’s most notorious female gangsters. Narrated by female hip hop icon Kimberly Jones a.k.a. Lil’ Kim, season two presents new and fascinating true stories of fierce and savvy women who hustled hard and solidified their […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Hall of Fame Dodgers Manager Tommy Lasorda Dead At 93

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The entire baseball world is saddened that legendary Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda has died from sudden cardiopulmonary arrest in his home in Fullerton, CA. He was 93 years old. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Known for his aggressive temperament which helped lead the Dodgers to two World Series titles, four National League pennants, […]

Today in Hip-Hop History: Nas and Kelis Got Married 16 Years Ago

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On this date in 2005, Queensbridge rap king Nasir Jones aka Nas and sultry Star Trak songstress Kelis Rogers tied the knot in Holy Hip-Hop matrimony in Atlanta, Georgia. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The two got hitched at the Morningside Baptist Church in a private ceremony for friends and family. The couple kept a […]

Federal Judge to Consider Casanova’s $2.5M Bail Package Proposal

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By next month, a federal judge is expected to rule whether or not he will grant Brooklyn rapper Casanova freedom in a $2.5 million bail package offered up by his family and close friends. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information S. District Judge Phillip Halpern is expected to make a decision by February 1, when Casanova […]

Four People Reported Dead Following Riots At The U.S. Capitol

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According to a report from NPR, authorities in Washington D.C. have confirmed that at least four people died after Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday (January 6). Three died in separate incidents and a fourth was a woman whose highly publicized shooting left her dead. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The FBI also […]

K-P Borden Drops Hot New Single “Nightwalker”

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New Jersey’s own K-P Borden released his latest single, “Nightwalker,” touching on some deep but relatable topics. The song dives into feeling lifeless and battling your demons, which most of us can relate to during this worldwide lockdown and having to self-isolate. With smooth melodies and a catchy hook, the sound brings a relaxing vibe […]

L.A.’s Amir Leads The West Coast Pack With M.I.A. Ent.

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American art lovers are so much familiar with the name Amir Shaheed.  Amir Shaheed (born June 18, 1992), professionally known as Amir and formerly as Bravo. His background is colourful- Cherokee, Ghanian and German, from where he found so much inspiration. He was born and raised in Los Angeles. People, beaches and art scene of […]