Shawn Grant

Shawn Grant is a Chicago native and the Senior Editor of The Source Magazine. He can only be found on Instagram and Twitter at @shawnxgrant.

Jury Selection Set to Begin in Trial of Men Charged with Murder of Jam Master Jay

Jam Master Jay's Family, Run-DMC Responds to Arrests Made in Late Rapper's Murder Case

Jury selection for the trial of two men accused of killing Jam Master Jay will get underway on Monday. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to ABC News, 59-year-old Ronald Washington and 40-year-old Karl Jordan are facing charges for the October 2002 murder. Jay, born Jason Mizell, and others were at Jay’s 24/7 recording studio […]

Michael Jackson’s Biopic Begins Filming

Michael Jackson Biopic Begins Filming

The forthcoming Michael Jackson biopic is set to begin filming. Eyeing an April 2025 release, the film stars The King of Pop’s 27-year-old nephew, Jaafar Jackson. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Jackson hit Instagram and revealed filming gets underway on Monday, writing, “The journey starts Monday #MichaelMovie. The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua and […]

42 Dugg Triumphantly Returns to Detroit with Star-Studded ‘Welcome Home’ Concert

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Detroit’s own 42 Dugg marked his triumphant return to the music scene with a spectacular “Welcome Home” concert at Little Caesars Arena on Friday (Jan. 20). The sold-out event turned into a star-studded affair, featuring electrifying performances from A-listers like Meek Mill, Yo Gotti, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Jeezy, and more. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more […]

Nicki Minaj to Headline Afro Nation Portugal 2024, Joined by Stellar Lineup

Nicki Minaj to Headline Afro Nation Portugal 2024

Afro Nation Portugal 2024 is gearing up for an unforgettable experience as global superstar Nicki Minaj takes center stage, headlining the June 28-30 festival in Portimao. Renowned for her groundbreaking hits and dynamic stage presence, Minaj’s addition elevates the festival to new heights. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information As one of the most influential figures […]

Casey’s and Spice Adams Seek Inaugural Chief Pizza & Beer Officer

Casey's and Spice Adams Seek Inaugural Chief Pizza & Beer Officer

Casey’s, the distinguished Pizza & Beer Headquarters, has partnered with Spice Adams to launch the search for their first Chief Pizza & Beer Officer. This coveted role aims to enhance the pizza and beer experience by meticulously curating the perfect pairing at Casey’s. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Chief Pizza & Beer Officer position […]

Saweetie and P-Lo Team with 49ers for New Anthem “Do It For the Bay”

Saweetie and P-Lo Team with 49ers for New Anthem "Do It For the Bay"

In anticipation of the San Francisco 49ers’ playoff campaign, Saweetie and P-Lo are unveiling their latest track, “Do It For The Bay,” in collaboration with the San Francisco 49ers. The San Francisco 49ers are delighted to unite with Bay Area artists Saweetie and P-Lo, whose careers have achieved national recognition while upholding a deep bond […]

Snoop Dogg Says He Received a $100M OnlyFans Offer

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Snoop Dogg says he was told sparking an OnlyFans career would add $100 million to his life. Complex notes the reveal on Slink Johnson’s Wake & Bake With Double S Express pod. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “They was like, ‘OnlyFans wants you to come on there, Snoop.You can do about $100 million,” Snoop said. […]

SOURCE SPORTS: LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo Maintain All-Star Voting Lead

LeBron and Giannis Maintain All-Star Voting Leads

In the latest fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo continue to secure the top spots in the Western and Eastern Conferences. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information With NBA All-Star Voting concluding on Saturday, Jan. 20, at 11:59 p.m. ET, fans […]

Justin Timberlake Set for ‘SNL’ Performance

Justin Timberlake Calls for the Removal of 'Disgusting' Confederate Statues in his Hometown

Justin Timberlake will soon take the Saturday Night Live stage. The late-night weekend staple announced Timberlake as the guest performer on Jan. 27. This is the fifth time Timberlake will perform in the slot. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Justin Timberlake has […]

Drake Celebrates His Father Being Able to Visit Canada for First Time in 15 Years

Drake Becomes First Rapper to Earn $5 Million in a Single Arena Concert

Drake hit Instagram to celebrate getting his father, Dennis Graham, on the 6ix side. Hitting Instagram, Drake revealed his dad was in Canada for the first time in fifteen years. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “First time in over 15 years they let the OG back into Canada,” Drake wrote. “Thank you to everyone that […]

Apple Music’s 2024 Global Chart-Toppers: Dua Lipa, Tiesto, and More

Apple Music's 2024 Global Chart-Toppers: Dua Lipa, Tiesto, and More

Taylor Swift has been named Apple Music’s Artist of the Year after dominating the charts, touring the world, and launching her own concert film. In 2023, Apple Music unveiled its year-end charts ranking the top songs, top Shazams, and, for the first time, the songs music fans sang along to the most using Apple Music […]

Literature in Lyrics: 8 Songs That Found Inspiration in Classic Books

Literature in Lyrics: 8 Songs That Found Inspiration in Classic Books

Music has always excelled at storytelling, drawing inspiration from folk, blues, and literature. From epic adventures to haunting war stories, the genre explores a wide range of themes. Some bands, like Iron Maiden and Blind Guardian, pay homage to literature in their songs, while others select specific works to interpret musically. In this list, we […]

YG TECK Connects with DJ Drama for Gangsta Grillz ‘4th Quarter’

YG TECK Connects with DJ Drama for Gangsta Grillz '4th Quarter'

Baltimore’s rising hip-hop star, YG TECK, has set the stage for a colossal year by dropping his highly anticipated project, 4th Quarter, featuring DJ Drama, available now via EMPIRE. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The 16-track album boasts a stellar lineup of collaborations, including appearances by Babyface Ray, Roddy Rackzz, TMC The Don, Leaf Ward, […]

Netflix Announces Season 2 of ‘Rhythm + Flow’ w/ Ludacris, DJ Khaled & Latto

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Netflix has exciting news for music enthusiasts as they announce the star-studded judging panel for the upcoming season of the hit music competition series Rhythm + Flow. The newest additions to the judge’s table include the prolific DJ Khaled, renowned rapper Ludacris, and rising hip-hop star Latto. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Eminem has been […]