Happy 69th Birthday To Hip Hop Pioneer Coke La Rock!

Happy 69th Birthday To Hip Hop Pioneer Coke La Rock!

By Sha Be Allah / April 25, 2024
On this date, we celebrate the born day of the very first person to be considered an emcee in the...
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Today In Hip Hop History: Mobb Deep’s Classic ‘The Infamous’ LP Released 29 Years Ago

Today In Hip Hop History: Mobb Deep’s Classic ‘The Infamous’ LP Released 29 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / April 25, 2024
Much more successful than their debut, The Infamous is hailed as a New York classic. Its gritty underground style is a staple...
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WATCH: Amanda Seales Says She Does Not Feel Protected by Issa Rae

WATCH: Amanda Seales Says She Does Not Feel Protected by Issa Rae

By Shawn Grant / April 25, 2024
Amanda Seales is the latest person to hit Shannon Sharpe's Club Shay Shay and speak her mind. During her visit...
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Kid Cudi Cancels ‘INSANO’ Tour After Breaking His Ankle

Kid Cudi Cancels ‘INSANO’ Tour After Breaking His Ankle

By Shawn Grant / April 25, 2024
Fans looking forward to seeing Kid Cudi will have to wait for another time. The star has canceled his Insano...
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Eric B. And Rakim Congratulate Rock N’ Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Despite Being Snubbed

Eric B. And Rakim Congratulate Rock N’ Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Despite Being Snubbed

By Sha Be Allah / April 24, 2024
One of the most recognized duos in Hip Hop, Eric B. & Rakim, were nominated for the 2024 Rock N'...
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Tupac’s Estate Issues Cease-and-Desist Letter to Drake Over AI-Voice in “Taylor Made Freestyle”

Tupac’s Estate Issues Cease-and-Desist Letter to Drake Over AI-Voice in “Taylor Made Freestyle”

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024
The Tupac Shakur estate has warned Drake for using an AI-generated voice of the late rap icon in his diss...
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Suge Knight Says 2Pac’s Voice Next to Snoop’s on Drake’s Diss Track Isn’t a ‘Good Look’

Suge Knight Says 2Pac’s Voice Next to Snoop’s on Drake’s Diss Track Isn’t a ‘Good Look’

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024
Suge Knight doesn't like Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" diss to Kendrick Lamar. Not because it attacked Lamar, but because it...
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Exclusive: Here’s Your First Look at the Cover For Rakim’s New Memoir ‘Sweat The Technique’

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When anyone who respects and understands the culture of Hip-Hop refers to Rakim as "The God MC," there's never any real debate to challenge that bestowment. The reason? He literally is the greatest lyricist of ... Read Article
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10 Classic Rap Videos We Hope Get Remastered By YouTube and Universal Music Group

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This week it was reported by The New York Times that YouTube and Universal Music Group would be joining to give some of our favorite classic music videos the remastering treatment. With a time span that goes fr... Read Article
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Source Exclusive: Alexandra Shipp, Regina Hall And Tim Story Talk Shaft (Part 2)

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Part 2 of our chat continues with the awesome lead ladies of the film Shaft as well as the brilliant rapper-turned-director Tim Story. We sat down with the gorgeous and funny Alexandra Shipp and the user-talent... Read Article
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Exclusive: Lil Baby Represents Atlanta on the Cover of The Source’s Inaugural ‘The Future’ Issue

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The Source has hit 30 years in our illustrious history. We are continuing the tradition of highlighting the torchbearers who have made Hip-Hop as great as it is today while connecting with the rising talent tha... Read Article
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Exclusive: A Boogie wit da Hoodie Represents New York City on the Cover of The Source’s Inaugural ‘The Future’ Issue

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Throughout The Source’s 30 year history, we have consistently created a platform that recognizes and honors the pioneers of the culture while simultaneously engaging talent discovery like no other media outlet.... Read Article