Shawn Grant

Shawn Grant is a Chicago native and the Senior Editor of The Source Magazine. He can only be found on Instagram and Twitter at @shawnxgrant.

Mike WiLL Made-It Drops Anthem “Now or Neva” as Lead Producer for ESPN’s NBA Music Strategy

Mike WiLL Made-It Drops Anthem "Now or Neva" as Lead Producer for ESPN's NBA Music Strategy

Grammy-winning producer Mike WiLL Made-It amplifies his role as Lead Producer for ESPN’s Custom NBA Music Strategy with the release of a new single, “Now or Neva.” Collaborating with rapper Moneybagg Yo and newcomer YTB FATT, the track is the second installment in this groundbreaking partnership. Following the success of the inaugural release, “Different Breed,” […]

EXCLUSIVE: Dr. Trisha Bailey Recalls Her Journey and Details Her Memoir ‘UNBROKEN’

Dr. Trisha Bailey Recalls Her Journey and Details Her Memoir 'UNBROKEN'

Dr. Trisha Bailey, a trailblazing entrepreneur and philanthropist, shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a self-made billionaire. In an exclusive interview, Dr. Bailey discusses her raw and unfiltered story, captured in UNBROKEN: The Triumphant Story of a Woman’s Journey, aiming to empower others to overcome obstacles and embrace resilience. View this […]

WATCH: Lil Baby Says ‘F— the Rats’ On Stage as a Gunna Collaboration Played

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Lil Baby is making sure everyone knows he isn’t rockin’ with Gunna. Baby was on stage performing when “Drip Too Hard,” a collaboration with Gunna, played. Lil Baby said onstage, “Fuck the rats.” Nah lil baby dissed gunna on stage when “Drip too hard” came on 😳😳😳 “f*ck the 🐀 turn that 💩 off” pic.twitter.com/H8YLkmMLFh […]

King Combs Denies Gang Affiliation After Video Shows Him Using Gang Term

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King Combs is making it clear that he is not gang affiliated. The statement comes after a video went viral with the star throwing gang signs and saying “GDK,” an acronym for Gangster Disciple Killer. The term originates from Chicago but has grown in popularity in rap songs as of late. Diddy’s son King Combs […]

WATCH: Snoop Dogg Delivers Advice to Big Hit Ahead of His Debut Album

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Big Hit, Hit-Boy’s father, is getting ready to drop off his new album. Hitting Instagram, Hit-Boy gave a behind-the-scenes look at what’s on the way, and a special message from Snoop Dogg. This is the FIRST TIME ever in music you’ve seen a role reversal of this proportion. I’m helping my dad do something constructive […]

Collaboration as Evolution: The Expanding Soundscape of OPLIAM’s Music

Collaboration as Evolution: The Expanding Soundscape of OPLIAM’s Music

Indigenous musician OPLIAM’s last album, All Roads Are Good, was recorded during the COVID-19 lockdown, and it was the perfect occupation for that isolating time. Liam McDonald spent “millions of hours,” as he put it, recording and producing his third album. It perfectly showcases his evolution as an artist, providing an immersive musical experience. Visit […]

Suge Knight Releases Photo of Playing with Diddy’s Son Justin Combs as a Baby

Suge Knight Releases Photo of Playing with Diddy's Son Justin Combs as a Baby

Suge Knight is taking his ever-present beef with Diddy to a new level. During a recent podcast episode, Suge Knight detailed his relationship with Misa Hylton, the mother of Diddy’s son, Justin Combs. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Knight would release an image playing with Justin during a time, aligning with the timeline for the […]

Rumors Swirl Offset and Cardi B After Couple Unfollow Each Other

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Cardi B and Offset has unfollowed each other, social media detectives have discovered. The belief is the two are once again at a rocky point in their relationship. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Adding fuel to the fire is a pair of messages on Cardi’s Instagram story. “You know when you just out grow relationships,” […]

Michael B. Jordan Crashes His Ferrari Into Parked Car in Hollywood

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Michael B. Jordan crashed his Blue Ferrari into a Kia on Saturday night in Hollywood. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to TMZ, the crash happened at 11:30 p.m. The Los Angeles Police Department responded to the accident scene but did not find any signs of the Creed star being under the influence of drugs […]

Kim Kardashian to Play Lawyer Inspired by Laura Wasser in New TV Series

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Kim Kardashian will soon be the lead role in a new Ryan Murphy show. According to TMZ, Kardashian will portray a famous divorce attorney inspired by Laura Wasser for a new TV show. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Wasser represents celebrities in their divorce dealings and has represented Ariana Grande, Kris Jenner, Ryan Reynolds, and […]

Exclusive: Chicago Muralist Dwight White II Details Collaborating on New Mural for the U.S. Women’s National Soccer

Dwight White II Details Collaborating on New Mureal for the U.S. Women's National Soccer

In a groundbreaking initiative, Allstate has revealed a vibrant ‘soccer coaching mural’ in a Chicago neighborhood, seamlessly blending art with sports education for budding young players. Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Soccer Federation, alongside nonprofits Black Star and Intentional Sports, the mural aims to enhance training opportunities for aspiring youth soccer enthusiasts. Visit streaming.thesource.com […]

Two Men Charged with Felony Assault of a Nardo Wick Fan in Florida

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The two men who attacked a fan of Nardo Wick outside a Tampa, FL nightclub have turned themselves in. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to TMZ, 34-year-old Zachary L. Benton and a 15-year-old male turned themsleves in for felony battery. The 15-year-old also was charged with a minor in possion of a firearm while […]

Yo Gotti Begins Business Studies at UCLA Anderson School of Management

Yo Gotti Begins Business Studies at UCLA Anderson School of Management

Yo Gotti is expanding his horizons with a business course at UCLA Anderson School of Management. Gotti has enrolled in the “Corporate Valuation” course, which focuses on analytical tools for valuing various entities, including corporations, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, private firms, and debt. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Taught by Professor Lori Santikian, the weekly […]