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Today in Hip-Hop History: LL Cool J Dropped His Debut Album 'Radio' 33 Years Ago

Today in Hip-Hop History: LL Cool J Dropped His Debut Album ‘Radio’ 34 Years Ago

November 17, 2019

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On this date in 1985, James Todd Smith better known as LL Cool J dropped his first full-length LP on Def Jam Records. Primarily produced by Rick Rubin besides “I Need A Beat”, which was produced by DJ Jazzy Jay... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: MF DOOM Dropped His Fifth LP ‘MM…FOOD’ 15 Years Ago

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November 16, 2019

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On this date in 2004, MF DOOM dropped his fifth full-length studio release MM..FOOD. Put out on the underground Rhymesayers Entertainment label, some songs from the project were previously released under the na... Read Article

Cash Money Records to Host 23rd Annual Turkey Giveaway in New Orleans

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November 15, 2019

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Upholding a 23-year holiday tradition, Cash Money Records presents its annual turkey giveaway in New Orleans, LA on Tuesday, November 26th. As always, label Co-Founders and brothers Ronald “Slim” Williams and B... Read Article

Happy Birthday ODB (RIP)! Top Five Most Memorable Ol’ Dirty Bastard Moments

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November 15, 2019

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On this day Hip-Hop history we celebrate the birth of one of the culture's brightest stars, the late, great Russell Jones, affectionately known to the Hip-Hop world as Ol' Dirty Bastard. To Hip Hop, Dirt Dog... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: The Beastie Boys Dropped Their ‘Licensed To Ill’ LP 33 Years Ago

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November 15, 2019

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On this date in 1986, Adam Horowitz (Ad Rock), Adam Yauch (MCA) and Michael Diamond (Mike D) aka The Beastie Boys, dropped their sophomore LP Licensed To Ill on the Def Jam Imprint under Columbia Records. On... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Method Man’s Debut Album ‘Tical’ Turns 25 Years Old!

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November 15, 2019

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On this day in Hip-Hop history, Method Man released his debut solo LP Tical. Sticking to RZA's plan on industry domination, Method was the first to roll out his solo LP after the ridiculous success group debut ... Read Article

Byron Allen Will Battle Comcast in Historic Discrimination Case

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November 14, 2019

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The National Association of African American-Owned Media's claims of racial discrimination led by TV executive Byron Allen against television mainstay Comcast will be brought to the Supreme Court for opening ar... Read Article

Patrisse Cullors And Reform L.A. Jails Hold Summit, Day Party to Discuss Incarceration and Mental Health

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November 14, 2019

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This Saturday, Reform L.A. Jails and their founder/chair, activist, public speaker, and co-founder of Black Lives Matter Global Network, Patrisse Cullors, held a triumphant event to raise awareness about mass i... Read Article

Snoop Dogg Associate Bad Azz Dead In Jail At Age 43

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November 13, 2019

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One of Uncle Snoop's closest friends, DPGC affiliate Bad Azz, passed away earlier this week while being held in a Riverside, California jail on domestic violence charges. He was 43 years old. Bad Azz was app... Read Article

King Ice Launches “Chucky” Jewelry Collection

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November 13, 2019

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Los Angeles-based jewelry brand, King Ice, launches an official "Chucky" jewelry collection featuring the infamous doll possessed by the fictional, notorious serial killer Charles Lee "Chucky" Ray. The collecti... Read Article

Producer Solar Accuses DJ Premier Of “Production Plagiarism” On New Gangstarr Album; Offers Up “Original Songs” Created By Him And Guru

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November 13, 2019

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While the world will have a chance to get a glimpse of the first Gangstarr album in almost two decades, the two producers who worked closest with Guru, the late founder of the famed chain and the star, have yet... Read Article

Hip-Hop Pioneer Eric B. Released From Jail in New Jersey

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November 12, 2019

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Eric Barrier, who is best known to the Hip-Hop world as "Eric B.", was released from jail in New Jersey after he was held for two weeks behind a 17-year-old warrant. The legendary DJ for rap icon Rakim came ... Read Article

Porsche Crashes Through Second Floor of New Jersey Building; Leaves 2 Dead

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November 12, 2019

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This past weekend, it was confirmed that two people died in a car crash in New Jersey after a Porsche somehow crashed into the second floor of a commercial building. A gaping hole was left in the front of EX... Read Article

‘Shark Tank’s Daymond John To Guest Judge Chamillionaire And E40’s Startup Investment Contest; $100K Prize For The WInner

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November 12, 2019

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Angel investors and well-known rappers Chamillionaire and E-40, in partnership with Republic.co, have upped the ante for their latest startup contest, with $100K in investment funds and a guest judge in the for... Read Article

Boston AirBNB Guest Lands $90 A Night Rental In NYC Projects

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November 12, 2019

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According to a confirmed report on Fox5NY, a Boston resident was duped into renting an NYCHA Housing Authority apartment through shared living space site AirBNB. The apartment was listed on the site with hig... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: 2Pac Dropped His Debut Album ‘2Pacalypse Now’ 28 Years Ago

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November 12, 2019

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On this day in 1991, one of Hip-Hop’s brightest stars, Tupac Shakur, released his first studio album 2Pacalypse Now. Although it didn’t take the Billboard charts by storm upon its original release, it was the f... Read Article

T.I.’s Daughter Deyjah Harris Stopped Following Her Father On IG After “Hymen” Comment

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November 11, 2019

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T.I.'s baby girl may not be feeling her dad's protective tendencies after all. According to recent reports and social media, Deyjah Harris, daughter of self-proclaimed "King Of The South" Clifford "T.I." Har... Read Article

adidas Announces Running Capsule Collection With Wood Wood

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November 11, 2019

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Running offers unparalleled opportunities for self-expression and fulfilment – every runner shapes the sport into something truly unique. It is in exploring these uniquely varied and often surprisingly creative... Read Article

Popeye’s Chicken Sandwiches Made On Garbage Cans In Virginia

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November 11, 2019

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A Popeye's employee in Virginia was caught on camera making the infamous chicken sandwiches on top of a trash can, but according to the owner, the problem is now corrected. TMZ has obtained exclusive, yet sh... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Timbaland and Magoo Release Their First Collaborative LP ‘Welcome to Our World’ 22 Years Ago

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November 11, 2019

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On this day in 1997, the Norfolk, Virginia based duo of producing legend Timbaland and rapper Magoo released their first studio album Welcome To Our World. For a debut album, this LP was widely successful, goin... Read Article

Expect The Unexpected: Happenstance

FROM THE ISSUE: NIPSEY HUSSLE, The Marathon Man

[FROM THE ISSUE] SOURCE SPORTS Presents What’s Next in The World of Sports

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie ‘Rappers Are Never Going To Stop Talking About Drugs’

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

[PROFILE FROM THE MAGAZINE] Unsigned Hype B. Lou

Female Camaraderie: Does It Still Exist?

Today in Hip-Hop History: LL Cool J Dropped His Debut Album ‘Radio’ 34 Years Ago

Today in Hip-Hop History: MF DOOM Dropped His Fifth LP ‘MM…FOOD’ 15 Years Ago

Cash Money Records to Host 23rd Annual Turkey Giveaway in New Orleans

Happy Birthday ODB (RIP)! Top Five Most Memorable Ol’ Dirty Bastard Moments

Today in Hip-Hop History: The Beastie Boys Dropped Their ‘Licensed To Ill’ LP 33 Years Ago

Today in Hip-Hop History: Method Man’s Debut Album ‘Tical’ Turns 25 Years Old!

Byron Allen Will Battle Comcast in Historic Discrimination Case

Patrisse Cullors And Reform L.A. Jails Hold Summit, Day Party to Discuss Incarceration and Mental Health

Snoop Dogg Associate Bad Azz Dead In Jail At Age 43

King Ice Launches “Chucky” Jewelry Collection

Producer Solar Accuses DJ Premier Of “Production Plagiarism” On New Gangstarr Album; Offers Up “Original Songs” Created By Him And Guru

Hip-Hop Pioneer Eric B. Released From Jail in New Jersey

Porsche Crashes Through Second Floor of New Jersey Building; Leaves 2 Dead

‘Shark Tank’s Daymond John To Guest Judge Chamillionaire And E40’s Startup Investment Contest; $100K Prize For The WInner

Boston AirBNB Guest Lands $90 A Night Rental In NYC Projects

Today in Hip-Hop History: 2Pac Dropped His Debut Album ‘2Pacalypse Now’ 28 Years Ago

T.I.’s Daughter Deyjah Harris Stopped Following Her Father On IG After “Hymen” Comment

adidas Announces Running Capsule Collection With Wood Wood

Popeye’s Chicken Sandwiches Made On Garbage Cans In Virginia

Today in Hip-Hop History: Timbaland and Magoo Release Their First Collaborative LP ‘Welcome to Our World’ 22 Years Ago

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