On this day 33 years ago, Run-D.M.C. released their holiday-themed single “Christmas in Hollis”. The song was originally featured on the star-studded charity compilation album, A Very Special Christmas alongside the likes of Whitney Houston, Madonna, and Stevie Nicks to name a few. Produced by Run-D.M.C. and Rick Rubin, this track has become a Christmas […]
Ever since Brooklyn rap sensation Pop Smoke was tragically murdered, his Shoot For the Stars, Aim For The Moon debut album has taken over the radio waves and topped charts unlike any other artist of the era. On the album, a journalist’s interview made the album’s cut, but it was used without her permission and […]
On this date in 1992, J-Swift, Fatlip, Imani, Bootie Brown, and Slimkid3 took the world on a ride on the “Pharcyde” with their first LP, Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde. Released on the Cali based Delicious Vinyl label and produced by former group member J-Swift, Bizarre Ride introduced Hip Hop fans to an alternative to […]
On this day in Hip Hop history in 1998, the leader of the world-renowned Wu-Tang Clan released his first solo album Bobby Digital In Stereo. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information This project came late in RZA’s career after the success of the Wu-Tang Clan had been plentiful. Serving as a soundtrack to an unreleased blaxploitation […]
KingTrey is a 21-year-old artist from Chicago, IL. He burst onto the scene almost 4 years ago at age 17 with his debut EP “The Good Word”. He then started to gain traction early in 2019 after he landed a Partnership/Sponsorship deal with Sprite. Since his arrival he has gone on to amass millions of […]
According to several confirmed reports, the long-awaited Coming 2 America sequel that was slated for release December 2020, will premiere on Amazon Prime in March 2021. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information All of the original Coming 2 America cast from Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, James Earl Jones, John Amos, and Paul Bates will be a […]
QC Media Holdings, the parent company to Quality Control Music (Lil Baby, Migos and others), QC Sports and Quality Control Music Publishing has appointed Christopher Hicks Chief Innovation Officer (CIO). In an equity based deal, Hicks will focus on identifying, developing, and launching new partnerships and services across Film, TV, Digital, Music Master, Music Publishing […]
A man is facing criminal charges in Virginia after he deliberately coughed on an anti-Trump protester who was not wearing a mask, according to a TMZ report. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Raymond Deskins was charged with simple assault by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office and reportedly was issued a summons by a county magistrate. […]
On this date in 1999, Queensbridge King Nas released his fourth full length studio LP entitled Nastradamus on the Ill Will/Columbia imprint. The 15 track album was due to be released as a follow up to his previous I Am LP, but due to bootlegging, Nas added additional recorded songs specifically for this project. Visit streaming.thesource.com […]
In exclusive court documents obtained by TheBlast, Dr. Dre has filed a court motion to stop Nicole Young’s lawsuit over the trademark to his name as well as the title of his most coveted project, The Chronic. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Back in August, Nicole filed a suit claiming co-ownership of the trademarks of […]
On this date in 1993, Calvin Broadus Jr. aka Snoop Doggy Dogg released his highly anticipated first album Doggystyle on Death Row Records. This was the label’s first full-length project by a solo artist, which was piggybacking on the success of Death Row’s last release, The Chronic, the Dr. Dre album where many had just […]
According to a report released by the University of Texas, inmates and staff who have been infected or have succumbed to Covid-19 in Texas correctional facilities are higher than that of any other state’s criminal justice system in the country. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information With 231 deaths attributed to Covid-19 among inmates and staff […]
After the shooting death of King Von in Atlanta earlier this month, there have been several reactions and responses from those close to him such as his manager and ex-girlfriend Asian Doll, but now the other side has reacted and there’s no sign of remorse or condolences for the fallen rapper. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more […]
Upcoming Washington artist Frankie Flawless is making some heads turn and doors open. With his shock value lyrics, metaphors, stage presence and sarcasm, it feels just like a matter of time before he makes that really big move for his career, at 28. His musical influence is from Elvis Presley, DMX, Lana Del Rey, SANT JHN, […]
On this day in Hip Hop history Wu Tang Clan releases their third studio LP The W. As the follow up to the immensely successful Wu Tang Forever, this album fell a little short of its predecessors success but continued in growing the Wu’s legacy as a whole. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information At the time of […]
A first round draft pick of the Tampa Bay Rays will spend the rest of his life behind bars for a gruesome triple murder, which included his own father. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Brandon Martin, a 27 year old prospect of the Rays drafted in 2011, was facing the death penalty, but was sentenced […]
On this day in 1970, the second lyrical half of A Tribe Called Quest, Phife Dawg was born. Born Malik Isaac Taylor in Queens, New York, Phife was one-fourth of one of the most influential groups in Hip-Hop culture; A Tribe Called Quest. It’s been almost four years since Phife lost his battle with diabetes, […]
According to a confirmed report from TMZ, Let’s Stay Together actor Bert Belasco was found dead in a hotel room in Richmond, Virginia. He was 38 years old. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to his father Bert Sr., Belasco allegedly suffered a brain aneurysm, but the cause of death has yet to be determined. […]
In a hearing in a Los Angeles County court yesterday, Tory Lanez’s lawyer appeared on his behalf to enter a not guilty plea in the shooting of rap superstar Megan Thee Stallion. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Lanez was charged last month with 1 count of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and 1 count of […]
The dynamic duo of Mobb Deep from QB released their third full-length studio LP 24 years ago today. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On this date in 1996, the “infamous” crew from Mobb Deep dropped album number three entitled Hell On Earth. The Mobb-produced project was released under the epic Loud/RCA imprint introduced many of […]
