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Today In Hip Hop History: The Source Magazine Remembers The Passing Of Gangstarr’s Guru 14 Years Later

By Sha Be Allah / April 19, 2024

On July 17, 1961, Keith Edward Elam was born into this world in Roxbury, Massachusetts. Sadly, 14 years ago today...

[WATCH] Dame Dash Says Biggie And Diddy Copied Him And Jay-Z

By Sha Be Allah / April 19, 2024

On the otherwise politically centered PBD Podcast with Patrick Bet-David, former Roc-A-Fella Records CEO Dame Dash claimed that the late Notorious...

Problem And DJ Quik Announce Joint Album ‘Chupacabra’

By Sha Be Allah / April 19, 2024

Legacy West Coast acts JasonMartin FKA Problem and DJ Quik have announced an upcoming highly anticipated joint album out later...

Today in Hip Hop History: Nas’ Iconic ‘Illmatic’ Album Turns 30 Years Old!

By Sha Be Allah / April 19, 2024

30 years ago today, Nas dropped his debut LP, 'Illmatic.' Released by Columbia Records in 94' Nas recorded the album...

Nas & DJ Premier Release New Single “Define My Name” As Intro To Collaboration LP

By Sha Be Allah / April 19, 2024

Grammy-award-winning icon Nas, celebrates the 30th Anniversary of his 1994 debut album, Illmatic, with the release of new single “Define My Name,”...

Exclusive: Ryan Trey Reflects on New Deluxe Album Release and Creative Journey

By Shawn Grant / April 19, 2024

Emerging R&B artist Ryan Trey doubled down in March with the release of the deluxe version of his stellar November...

Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Florida Home Raided By IRS

By Sha Be Allah / April 18, 2024

After several run-ins with the law, troubled rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine's home in Florida was raided by federal agents, and they...

Tekashi, Nipsey and Bumpy Johnson: Forrest Whitaker Gives New Slant On Harlem Notorious Black Gang Culture

NDSmith

September 28, 2019

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The EPIX series, Godfather of Harlem, Forrest Whitaker contends that there is a lot that we can learn if we move past a familiar snapshot of Johnson, and see him for the whole complicated human being that he was.

Exclusive: Damian Lillard Talks ‘Big D.O.L.L.A.’ Album and Upcoming NBA Season

Shawn Grant

September 26, 2019

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Portland Trailblazers superstar Damian Lillard has many nicknames: Dame, Dame Time, Big Game Dame, and most recently, Logo Lillard. This past summer, after sending the Oklahoma City into roster purgatory and ma... Read Article

Exclusive: Keyz Names 5 Things Producers Should Do Before Working With Major Artists

Symone Daniels

September 25, 2019

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Have you ever wanted to produce music for a major artist? We recently spoke Keyz, from producer duo Ayo N Keyz, who dropped some gems on what you should do to become a successful producer in the music industry.... Read Article

Exclusive: Redman Talks ‘Black Man In America,’ Nipsey Hussle, Black Men and Therapy and More

Symone Daniels

September 23, 2019

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Reginald Noble aka Redman is arguably one of the coldest emcees of all time. From albums such as Whut? Thee Album and Muddy Waters Redman has definitely proven himself as a force to be reckoned with in the rap... Read Article

Exclusive: Go Inside the Music of Hulu’s ‘Wu-Tang: An America Saga’

Shawn Grant

September 17, 2019

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Wu-Tang: An American Saga has captured the attention of Hip-Hop heads with the weekly drops of the series. The show stars Ashton Sanders, Shameik Moore, Dave East, Joey Badass, Erika Alexander and more while... Read Article

FROM THE ISSUE: A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is The Future of Hip-Hop

Courtneyb

September 16, 2019

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The trendsetting, diamond-trenched rapper from the Bronx also known as A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie who is arguably one of the top contenders for future leaders in the industry.

2Pac in 2019: 23 Things Tupac Could’ve Accomplished If Still Alive

Keenan Higgins

September 13, 2019

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Today marks 23 years since the tragic and senseless loss of Tupac Amaru Shakur, known to the masses simply as 2Pac. While it can sometimes feel like he's still here with us, be it a biopic, a documentary, a ... Read Article

Exclusive: Guap Tarantino Talks Joining ‘Legendary Nights’ Tour and Lessons From Future

Shawn Grant

September 11, 2019

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Imagine having Atlanta royalty like Future as your label head and also your cousin. That's the reality for Guap Tarantino who is currently enjoying the road, performing on the Legendary Nights Tour, alongside F... Read Article

NBC Renews Hit Competition Show ‘Songland’ For A Second Season

NDSmith

September 10, 2019

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There are so many competition shows on television today, many wondered how could NBC create a series that would top the successful shows they already have in their line-up? The answer was simple: get some of... Read Article

[PROFILE FROM THE MAGAZINE] Unsigned Hype B. Lou

NDSmith

September 9, 2019

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B. Lou has optimized this road to the lifestyle of the rich and famous by taking hold of all that it offers (fans, marketing platforms and influencer status) and blowing.

David Makes Man is Owns Most Dangerously Hip-Hop Show

NDSmith

September 8, 2019

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David Makes Man is dangerous. True it is a charming show, with a brilliantly talented cast and production team (executively produced by Michael B. Jordan and Tarell Alvin McCraney). It has the sta... Read Article

Summer Impact Reloaded Birthed Stars, Monstar Bars and Opened Old Clique Scars

NDSmith

September 8, 2019

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The team at the Ultimate Rap League made good on their promise by providing fans with an event to make up for Murdaland and Darklyfe not battling in Charlotte, shy of a month ago on the original Summer Impact m... Read Article

Exclusive: Trippie Redd Talks His Album, ‘!,’ Vision Behind His Recent Visuals and More

Jasmine Johnson

September 7, 2019

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Trippie Redd has been buzzing with his latest album, !, that shows his versatile flow and music. As a 20-year-old rising star in Hip-Hop, his vision is beyond the sound. Trippie is here to let the game know tha... Read Article

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Exclusive: Boi-1da Breaks Down Rémy Producers and Crowns Ovalord as East Regional Season 6 Winner

Keenan Higgins

September 5, 2019

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"It feels great to win tonight!" That was the first thing that Ovalord, winner of the Rémy Producers Season 6 East Regional showdown in NYC last night, had to say exclusively to The Source about coming out ... Read Article

Kevin Durant on the Knicks: 'I Didn't Want To Be The Savior'

Amidst Social Media Trolling, Jay Critch Drops A Tease For An Exclusive Freestyle with Kevin Durant

NDSmith

August 27, 2019

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While people are wilding out over The Warriors trolling mega-talented athlete Kevin Durant, seems like there are places on social media that are celebrating his giftedness. READ MORE: SOURCE SPORTS: Kevin Du... Read Article

Is The Hip-Hop Community Due For A Classic Rap Ballad???

NDSmith

August 27, 2019

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Despite what people might say, rap music has more than one frequency. It is not just boom bap, nor is it rat-a-tat-tat of gun spray. That's there, no question. It is a landscape to celebrate your hood, yo... Read Article

SOURCE360 Brings Industry and Culture Together at ‘The Business of Cannabis’ Panel

NDSmith

August 26, 2019

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Every year "The Business of Cannabis" is one of the most highly anticipated panels of the SOURCE360 Conference and Festival. This year was no exception. We believe the anticipation was heightened by the ou... Read Article

‘Tommy’ aka Joseph Sikora From 50 Cent’s Power Gives His Top 5 Rappers of All Time At SOURCE360

NDSmith

August 24, 2019

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Everyone seems to be dropping their Top 5 Rappers of All Time list all over the place. So it should come to no surprise that Joseph Sikora aka Tommy from 50 Cent's hit television drama, Power, has one too. What... Read Article

Exclusive: Zaytoven Talks Finding New Talent, Participating in Remy Producers Series and Names Starting 5 Producers

Shawn Grant

August 23, 2019

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Remy Martin invaded Chicago on Thursday, August 22 for the latest edition of Season Six of Remy producers. Hosted at TAO Chicago, Grammy-award winning producer Zaytoven was the lead judge for the competition, j... Read Article

Exclusive: Ten Questions With Norbes Of URLTV – Talking Loaded Lux, Cassidy, Math Hoffa + more

Sam - @thewriterau_sam

August 21, 2019

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SMACK/URLTV is the most important stage in battle rap league throughout the world. It is has a reputation for putting together classic match ups year after year - driving Hip-Hop forward through its vehicle of ... Read Article