My girl got on red bottoms… A lot of good music dropped this past week but they were either projects or just not great. And I want great. Think you’re great or know someone who is? Don’t hesitate to submit said music to SYLR@thesource.com And by the way, slow week this week means a strong […]
You may not have agreed with the verdict on the Trayvon Martin case but let that be the end of our disagreement. Put aside all notions that only dope music comes from a name you recognize-and no, Kanye, your second verse on “New Slaves” is not the GOAT. But we’re not here to debate minor […]
I’m da bomb like tick, tick, boom! I only hate one thing more than everyone talking about how hot it is-when I start talking about how hot it is. Why can’t everyone talk about how we can fix our legal system or if ore mining in Africa will be handled the right way over the […]
No mercy. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Chuuwee aka Chez Rivierra is a lyrical menace. The grainy video effects and minimal beat that would fit a modern film noire make his actions on screen that much more threatening. The Sacramento representer may not have the most types of flows out now but he employs the […]
To me, as a product of the suburbs, the “pimp” figure was a mystical one. The first time I’d heard of one was from 50 Cent’s “P.I.M.P.” off of one of the most often played albums on my Panasonic CD player (crosses self and looks to sky). Based on the lyrics and video, my naive […]
Let’s stop for a moment from watching the news and hearing about plane accidents, civil unrest, and freedom fighters on the run. Turn the TV off and let’s get back to the music-the new music, to be exact. Because as Bob Marley once said, “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel […]
Hotter than a summer day. It’s kinda tough to create something bigger than America’s birthday, but alas Hova has done it. After you had a chance to compare MCHG to just about everything else, check out the artists you haven’t heard of just yet. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]
This year is an important one for Hip-Hop. It marks the anniversary for many important bodies of work for pioneers in Hip-Hop and the genre, itself. One of those bodies of work is the Souls of Mischief’s debut album, 93 ’til Infinity. The Oakland group of emcees and producers made their own wave to ride […]
“A suicide occurs every 15 minutes.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information As seen in a recent issue of ours, depression and suicide are very real issues not only in society, but Hip-Hop. In the last year, we’ve lost Capital Steez and Freddy E due to this often ignored problem. So in order to raise more […]
It’s the first of the month and the BET Awards are over, without a Miguel leg drop. So let’s all celebrate with some new music from an artist from your part of the country! Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information West: Vince Staples […]
No new friends… Instead, get familiar with these artists and make some new moves to work with, follow, or just give props to these guys. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Warm Brew – “Word” (prod. by Lord Quest) [soundcloud url=”http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/98285074″ params=”color=ff0000&auto_play=false&show_artwork=true” width=” 100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /] Luck-One – “Servant II The King” (prod. by […]
It’s time for that new new in your life. Don’t sweat trying to catch up on the big three albums that came out recently. Instead, be ahead of the curve with the four projects of the future. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]
On to the next one! The NBA Finals are over. Three albums of epic proportions dropped. And now it’s the weekend. Time for a breathe of fresh talent in this week’s mix. Rugz D. Bewler – “Ghost of Betha” Visit streaming.thesource.com for […]
There’s no question that the weather in New York for the summer thus far has been more unusual than Amanda Bynes’ Twitter/Instagram accounts. So constants like music from Kanye shaking up the internet and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis making dumb bank are welcomed in order to preserve some sense of a reality. Another constant you […]
I think I can feel my feet again after trudging through the mire that was Governors Ball last weekend. And to make up for the absence of SYLR last Monday, this week’s selections are extra promising in talent. Some of these artists are well known in their own right and it’s no diss to their […]
So much money I gotta count it! Yes, Yeezus leaked and yes, it’s pretty impressive. But give yourself a minute to appreciate the talent growing in this country from some artists who don’t get that radio/TV love. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement JIIIIIM – “Eclipse” Every continues […]
I eat rappers! As I prepare my bag of essentials for Governors Ball this weekend, I’ve put together yet another solid collection of singles and videos for you to enjoy. If you’re attending as well, I’ll be the skinny Asian yelling too much. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement Noname Gypsy […]
I can’t stress this enough: Hip-Hop is composed of four pillars-emceeing, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti writing. They’re all equally important within the culture of Hip-Hop. And if you’re the type of Hip-Hop fan or supporter of art, in general, who feels like you don’t do enough to express your passion for the culture, here’s the […]
Every weekend during the summer seems to play host to a music concert or festival of epic proportions. Yesterday was Summer Jam XX. This weekend is Governors Ball. And I know there were/are others I’m missing. So in between the massive headlining performances, catch up on the future headliners and their music with Support Your […]
The Hip-Soul artist gives his fans aka his “extended family” a piece of him through his music recently with his free LP, Beale St. Blues. The title of the album is inspired by his birthplace, Memphis, TN. Layne Harper believes in helping his listeners face whatever obstacles that come their way in life with his […]
