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.

Nicki Minaj’s “Blessings” Tops Billboard Gospel Charts

Nicki Minaj's 'Pink Friday 2' Enters 14 Songs in Hot 100

Nicki Minaj has been on many charts. Today, she has found herself on top of one she never led before: the Hot Gospel Chart. According to Billboard, Minaj’s “Blessings,” a Pink Friday 2 collaboration with gospel star Tasha Cobbs Leonard, has hit No. 1. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Billboard notes the single pulled in […]

Ari Lennox Celebrates One Year of Sobriety: ‘Thank You To My Fans’

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Ari Lennox is celebrating a full year of sobriety. Hitting social media, Lennox revealed that she originally drank alcohol to get through a flight, soon realizing she didn’t need it. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “I decided December 18th 2022, would be the day I got clean,” Lennox said. “You know what I realized after […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Jamal Crawford Says Draymond Green’s Indefinite Suspension is a Sign the NBA Cares About Him

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Jamal Crawford appeared on Run It Back, FanDuel TV’s NBA-centric morning show hosted by Shams Charania, Lou Williams, Chandler Parsons, and Michelle Beadle, and gave an analysis about Draymond Green’s suspension. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “Indefinitely for [the NBA] just means care, that they care about [Draymond Green] as a person, they care about […]

WATCH: Rihanna Says A$AP Rocky’s Parenting is a ‘Turn On’

Rihanna Says A$AP Rocky's Parenting is a 'Turn On'

Rihanna is gushing over A$AP Rocky’s fatherhood abilities. Speaking with Access Hollywood at the Fenty x Puma launch party, Rih Rih revealed that Rocky’s fatherly duties turn her on. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “I loved him differently as a dad,” Rocky said. “This is major, it’s a turn on. It’s just like, ‘Wow. What […]

BLACK ENTERPRISE Honors Exceptional Achievements at 40 Under 40 Class of 2023 Celebration

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In a night celebrating Black excellence, BLACK ENTERPRISE, the premier Black-owned digital media brand, hosted a private reception in New York City to honor the exceptional achievements of its 40 Under 40 Class of 2023. Sponsored by Nationwide, the invite-only event brought together outstanding young visionaries and changemakers across diverse fields. Recognizing excellence in technology, […]

WATCH: 6LACK Unveils Captivating “Temporary” Music Video

6LACK Unveils Captivating "Temporary" Music Video

6LACK continues to dominate 2023 with the release of his visually stunning music video for “Temporary.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Following his recent Grammy nod for Best Progressive R&B Album, the video, directed by Cameron Dean and shot in Houston, Texas, encapsulates the transformative journey 6LACK has undergone this year, both artistically and personally. […]

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve to Make History with First-Ever Live Radio Simulcast on iHeartRadio

Dick Clark Productions and iHeartMedia have joined forces for a groundbreaking moment as they announce the inaugural live broadcast radio simulcast of "Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024."

Dick Clark Productions and iHeartMedia have joined forces for a groundbreaking moment as they announce the inaugural live broadcast radio simulcast of “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024.” This historic event will air across 150 iHeartRadio stations nationwide, including iconic ones like Z100 New York, KIIS-FM Los Angeles, KISS FM Chicago, […]

Rocca Varnado Drops Lyric Visual for “President” Featuring Benny The Butcher from Acclaimed Album ‘Blueprint Roc’

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Rocca Varnado has unveiled the lyric visual for “President,” featuring Benny The Butcher, following the track’s REVOLT TV premiere in September. Crafted by Remain 3K, the high-definition clip is the latest addition to Varnado’s recent album Blueprint Roc. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The 16-track LP, executive-produced by Jermaine Fox, boasts collaborations with Reo Varnado, […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Ja Morant Drops 34, Hits Game Winner in NBA Season Debut

Ja Morant Drops 34, Hits Game Winner in NBA Season Debut

After a 25-game suspension, Ja Morant returned to the court, showcasing his electrifying skills as he led the Memphis Grizzlies to a remarkable comeback against the New Orleans Pelicans. Morant’s outstanding performance included 34 points, six rebounds, and eight assists, with the game-winning shot at the buzzer. The Grizzlies, down by 24 points, orchestrated an […]

Will Smith’s Former Assistant Says He Will Provide Evidence of Duane Martin Affair if He Isn’t Sued in Two Weeks

Will Smith's Former Assistant Says He Will Provide Evidence of Duane Martin Affair if He Isn't Sued in Two Weeks

Will Smith’s former assistant, Brother Bilaal, is not worried about a threat from Jada Pinkett Smith about being sued for revealing a secret sexual relationship between the actor and Duane Martin. Returning to Tasha K’s Unwine with Tasha K, Bilaal is giving a deadline for the lawsuit. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “Jada, listen, in […]

Boosie Floats the Idea Cassie ‘Loved Every Minute’ of Relationship with Diddy

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Boosie Badazz offers quite the hot take on the Diddy and Cassie situation. Hitting his residency at Vlad TV, Boosie stated that their encounter left the singer “traumatized” or in love. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “Either she was traumatized and she was sick and hurt, or she loved every minute of it,” Boosie said. […]

Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday 2’ Enters 14 Songs in Hot 100

Nicki Minaj's 'Pink Friday 2' Enters 14 Songs in Hot 100

Nicki Minaj and her Pink Friday 2 album has flooded the Billboard hot 100. The album sits at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as well. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Pink Friday 2 launched 14 songs into the Hot 100, with two debuting into the top 40, “Everybody” feat Lil Uzi Vert at No. […]

Kanye West Sets New Release Date for ‘Vultures’ Album

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Kanye West is looking to start the year off strong. After the Vultures album didn’t get dropped on the original release date of Dec. 15, the joint effort with Ty Dolla Sign received a new date. Billboard said a spokesperson reached out with a New Year’s Eve drop date. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Ye […]

Drake Teases Europe Tour: ‘I’m Definitely Going on a Europe Tour Next Year’

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Drake already has tour dates set for America in 2024, but The Boy is also eyeing Europe. While live streaming for Stake, Drizzy revealed that an international trek is on his 2024 bucket list. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “I’m definitely going on a Europe tour next year,” Drake revealed. Additionally, he would like to […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Draymond Green Enters Counseling, Expected to be Out Three Weeks

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Draymond Green has entered counseling following his indefinite suspension from the NBA. The Golden State Warriors star forward was suspended after hitting Jusuf Nurkic during a game last week. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to The Athletic‘s Shams Charania, Green will miss the next three weeks, but there is no direct timetable for his […]