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Today In Hip Hop History: Nas’ Third LP ‘I Am’ Turns 25 Years Old!

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Released by Columbia Records, Nas’ third album, I Am, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album sold 470,000 copies in its first week and was certified double platinum in the United States. The album was nominated in 2000 for Best Rap Album at the 43rd Grammy Awards. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]

GloRilla Releases New ‘Ehhthang Ehhthang’ Mixtape And Video With Megan Thee Stallion

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Today, GRAMMY-nominated artist GloRilla (CMG/Interscope Records) releases her highly-anticipated, new mixtape, Ehhthang Ehhthang, which boasts big-name features, ranging from her long-awaited collaboration with Grammy-Award Winning artist Megan The Stallion on “Wanna Be” to her team-up with CMG running-mate MoneyBagg Yo on “All Dere” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Along with the release of Ehhthang, Ehhthang, GloRilla and […]

Saigon And Onyx’s Fredro Starr Featuring Kool G Rap “Make Money”

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In conjunction with the celebration of Hip-Hop’s landmark 50th anniversary, legendary rapper Saigon & and Swedish multi-platinum producer Fredro have joined forces to create a love letter to Hip-Hop.  Specifically, 1986-1996, a/k/a The Jordan Era.  They have also tapped many other legendary voices to help join their celebration.  Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information After announcing their new […]

Today in Hip Hop History: Big Pun’s Posthumous Sophomore LP ‘Yeeeah Baby’ Dropped 24 Years Ago

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On this day in 2000, the first posthumous L.P. released by the first “Latin to go platinum,” entitled Yeeeah Baby, was released on the Loud/Terror Squad imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Christopher “Big Pun” Rios passed away just shy of two months before his sophomore L.P.’s release and anticipated success, which came on the […]

Lil Wayne To Debut New Single At Wrestlemania 40 In Philly

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Lil Wayne will premiere a brand-new single at WrestleMania 40 this weekend in the City of Brotherly Love. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Tunechi announced a surprise appearance on WWE RAW on Monday night (April 3). During a backstage segment, professional wrestler Jey Uso crossed paths with the rapper and asked him to pull up for the big […]

Cassie Cooperating With Federal Authorities In Diddy Sex Trafficking Investigation

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Diddy’s former girlfriend, Cassie, has been reportedly cooperating with the feds concerning DIddy’s federal sexual misconduct investigation and she is one among the other witnesses that authorities have questioned who have all previously sued the Bad Boy mogul. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Cassie, whose real name is Casandra Ventura, has been working with federal […]

SOURCE SPORTS: ‘It Is What It Is’ Nominated For Best Sports Podcast In the 28th Annual Webby Awards

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The sports show “It Is What It Is” with Cam’ron Giles, Mason “Ma$e” Betha, and Treasure “Stat Baby” Wilson announced yesterday that it has been nominated for Best Sports Podcast in the 28th Annual Webby Awards.  Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards, presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and […]

Rod Wave Arrested For Possession Of Ammunition By A Convicted Felon

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Several reports have confirmed that Florida rapper Rod Wave was arrested today (April 3) for possession of ammunition (bullets) by a convicted felon. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Wave, whose real name is Rodarius Green, was taken into police custody in Manatee County, St. Petersburg, FL. His arrest was a part of an ongoing investigation, […]

Jaden Smith Leads Eco-Street Sport & Music Festival In Inglewood With Rich The Kid

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Today marks a milestone as KICKit World, the pioneering street sports festival set to debut in Inglewood on April 6, announces its dynamic partnership with multifaceted artist, humanitarian, and eco-warrior Jaden Smith, alongside his visionary ventures ‘JUST Water’ and ‘I Love You’ food truck. This groundbreaking collaboration extends beyond entertainment, aiming to enrich the community with free […]

[WATCH] 50 Cent Shows Off Boxing Skills After Stevie J Fight Challenge

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After 50 Cent accused Bad Boy producer Stevie J of homosexuality because of his close association with Diddy during his sexual misconduct, sex trafficking, and rape investigation by federal authorities, the former reality TV star challenged the TV mogul to a fight. Everyone knows that it wouldn’t take long for Fif to fire back, and […]

Killer Mike Announces ‘Down By Law’ Tour, Reveals “Exit 9” Video

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Fresh off his Grammy sweep for his assured masterpiece MICHAEL, Killer Mike has announced the much anticipated North American leg of his Down By Law – Summer 2024 Tour, backed by his choir The Midnight Revival. Coinciding with the announcement, he has unveiled a celebratory new video for the album’s unabashed Atlanta anthem “EXIT 9 (feat. Blxst)” that depicts Blxst and […]

Ed Lover Says 50 Cent is ‘Stepping Over The Line’ With Diddy Jokes

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On Friday’s episode of Ed Lover’s C’mon Son podcast entitled “DIddy Do It?” the Hip Hop living legend said that 50 Cent’s continuous trolling of Diddy amid his sexual misconduct allegations has become way over the top. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “[A]s much as I love 50, I think 50 is stepping over the […]

Former Motown CEO Says She Will Not Testify Against Diddy

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The ongoing saga of Diddy’s sexual misconduct and sex trafficking allegations has taken some unexpected twists and turns, with several notables being named in the lawsuit filed by Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones. The suit includes claims against a major label executive who vehemently denies any allegations and contends that there is nothing she could take […]

Bandman Kevo Announces The Passing Of His 15-Year-Old Son

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Chicago rapper Bandman Kevo revealed some very saddening news yesterday via social media; he announced that his 15-year-old son Kevian had been shot and killed and he’s asking fans for help in finding his killer. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Yesterday(March 31), Kevo tweeted on X, “Rip Kevian,” and shared several IG stories that made […]

Uncle Luke Considers Entering Congressional Race Against Incumbent Florida Democrat

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Miami bass/Hip Hip pioneer Luther Campbell aka Uncle Luke is considering entering politics by running in a local race against an incumbent in his local Florida district, according to reports. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In an interview last weekend with Miami’s The Bulwark, the 2 Live Crew founder explained his decision in considering running […]

Today in Hip Hop History: DJ Kool Dropped His Classic Single “Let Me Clear My Throat” 28 Years Ago

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On this date in 1996, Washington, D.C.-based DJ Kool dropped his monumental single “Let Me Clear My Throat,” the last single from his debut LP of the same name on the American Recordings/Warner Bros. Blackout! Imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The song’s most prevalent version is recorded live at Philly’s Bahama Bay Club, which […]