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Today In Hip Hop History: Mobb Deep’s Classic ‘The Infamous’ LP Released 29 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / April 25, 2024

Much more successful than their debut, The Infamous is hailed as a New York classic. Its gritty underground style is a staple...

WATCH: Amanda Seales Says She Does Not Feel Protected by Issa Rae

By Shawn Grant / April 25, 2024

Amanda Seales is the latest person to hit Shannon Sharpe's Club Shay Shay and speak her mind. During her visit...

Kid Cudi Cancels ‘INSANO’ Tour After Breaking His Ankle

By Shawn Grant / April 25, 2024

Fans looking forward to seeing Kid Cudi will have to wait for another time. The star has canceled his Insano...

Eric B. And Rakim Congratulate Rock N’ Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Despite Being Snubbed

By Sha Be Allah / April 24, 2024

One of the most recognized duos in Hip Hop, Eric B. & Rakim, were nominated for the 2024 Rock N'...

Tupac’s Estate Issues Cease-and-Desist Letter to Drake Over AI-Voice in “Taylor Made Freestyle”

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024

The Tupac Shakur estate has warned Drake for using an AI-generated voice of the late rap icon in his diss...

Suge Knight Says 2Pac’s Voice Next to Snoop’s on Drake’s Diss Track Isn’t a ‘Good Look’

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024

Suge Knight doesn't like Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" diss to Kendrick Lamar. Not because it attacked Lamar, but because it...

Ye Confirms He Punched a Man for Assaulting Bianca Censori: ‘He Had to Go to Bed Early’

By Shawn Grant / April 24, 2024

Ye has confirmed that he punched someone for assaulting Bianca Censori. During his visit to Justin LaBoy's The Download, Ye...

ESPN Faces Backlash Over Jemele Hill Suspension

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October 10, 2017

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Words by Shurida Lundi One of ESPN’s most controversial anchors, Jemele Hill, has been suspended for two weeks for her tweets about Dallas Cowboys owner, Jerry Jones. Jones stated that any player who dis... Read Article

Jhene Aiko Let Big Sean Know It’s Real With Her New Tattoo

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October 10, 2017

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Words by Shurida Lundi Celebrities show their love to their significant other in numerous ways but tattoos seem to be the most popular. Nick Cannon tatted Mariah Carey largely across his back, Safaree h... Read Article

Today In Hip Hop History: AZ Drops Debut ‘Doe Or Die’ Album 22 Years Ago

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October 10, 2017

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On this date in 1995, Antonio Cruz aka AZ from Nas' "Life's A Bitch" fame, released his debut album 'Doe Or Die' on EMI Records. Produced by legendary producers Pete Rock, DITC's Buckwild, LES, D.R. Period a... Read Article

Jerry Jones Objects the National Anthem Player Protests

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October 10, 2017

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As the player protests continue, the various concerns & perspectives surrounding them have escalated as well. Yesterday, Vice President Pence made a somewhat bold statement to ensure America and all NFL vie... Read Article

SZA Announces Free Pop-Up Show Today in NYC | Source News Flash

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October 10, 2017

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Today in Source News Flash: SZA is bringing a free pop-up show to New York City today! Happening at The Box, the event is 18+ and the doors open at 6PM. Check out her announcement below: https://www.insta... Read Article

Miami Dolphins Coach Resigns After Video Shows Him Sniffing Cocaine

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October 10, 2017

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Next time, just ride with Kaepernick. A model leaked video of a Miami Dolphins coach snorting what appears to be cocaine as revenge for the team owner backing President Donald Trump on player protests. Ki... Read Article

Kodak Black Indicted On 1st Degree Sexual Assault Charge

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October 10, 2017

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20 year old Dieuson Octave aka Kodak Black was indicted on Monday for a sexual Assault allegation that has followed him since February 2016. A Florence County, South Carolina grand jury indicted Black on the... Read Article

Today In Hip Hop History: T.I. Drops His Debut Album ‘I’m Serious’ 16 Years Ago

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October 9, 2017

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On this date in 2001,the self-proclaimed "King Of The South", rapper/actor T.I. released his first album entitled 'I'm Serious'. Produced by several behind the boards legends including ATL's DJ Toomp, Jazze ... Read Article

Trippie Redd’s New Project “A Love Letter To You 2” is a Diverse Mix of Records

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October 9, 2017

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Ohio rapper Trippie Redd is steadily becoming a high profile artist. His numbers have been racking up on youtube and soundcloud as well as his connection to the likes of XXXTENTACION. Now, he looks to capitaliz... Read Article

Chance The Rapper Pulled Over by Police in Chicago

Chance The Rapper Was Pulled Over by Police in Chicago

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October 9, 2017

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Words by Megan Ambers It has become a safety precaution to film yourself when you have been pulled over during a traffic stop. A precaution that even Chance the Rapper took on Instagram Live after he was... Read Article

Explosion Erupts at Fuel Depot in Ghana’s Nation Capital

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October 9, 2017

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Words by Ime Ekpo This past Saturday, October 7th a large explosion erupted at a Liquefied Natural Gas Station in Ghana’s national capital, Accra in the Atomic Junction area. The explosion was in the for... Read Article

Macklemore Lands No 1 With ‘Gemini,’ Nelly Responds To Rape Allegations | Source News Flash

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October 9, 2017

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Today in Source News Flash: Macklemore’s Gemini storms to No. 1 debuts on both the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Top Rap Albums charts (dated Oct. 14), kicking off with 51,000 equivalent album units earned ... Read Article

Dove Apologizes For Racist Soap Ad That Appeared On Facebook

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October 9, 2017

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Dove is facing heat for a body wash ad showing a black woman taking off her shirt to reveal a white woman, with many social media users calling it racist. Dove has removed the post from its Facebook page and... Read Article

Hollywood Big Wig Harvey Weinstein Fired After Sexual Harrassment Allegations

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October 9, 2017

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Harvey Weinstein has been fired from the Weinstein Company, according to the company's board. TWC's board of representatives announced Sunday: "In light of new information about misconduct by Harvey Weins... Read Article

Steph Curry Dazzles to 40 points in China Pre-Season Exhibition

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October 8, 2017

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Words by Jiggy Jones WET. WET. WET. WET. WET. WET. It’s only pre-season, but this did not seem to matter because two-time NBA Champion looked like himself in regular season form. Steph Curry played like a... Read Article

John Legend and Jesse Williams To Produce Film on 1968 Olympics Protest

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October 8, 2017

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Words by Jillian Bowe John Legend and Jesse Williams are teaming up to highlight how sports and protests have gone hand in hand for decades. According to Deadline, the two will executive produce with William... Read Article

Nelly Breaks His Silence Over Rape Allegations

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October 8, 2017

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Words by Jillian Bowe Rapper Nelly is speaking out about his recent arrest surrounding rape allegations. Early Saturday morning, the St. Louis rapper was arrested in Washington state after a woman told polic... Read Article

Apple’s New iOS Emoji: More Diversity Coming to Your Phone

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October 8, 2017

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Words by Youdlyn Moreau Everyone's racing about Apple's new emoji update, and here's why. Apple revealed 29 new emojis which will be available with hundreds more next month. The innovative emojis include new... Read Article

Cardi B Wins Big at 2017 BET Hip Hop Awards

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October 7, 2017

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Words by Shanice Stephanie “I’m the hottest in the streets know you prolly heard of me” 24- year old Bronx native, Belcalis Almanzar aka Cardi B went from dancing in a Manhattan strip club, social media s... Read Article

T-Mac aka Tracy McGrady Rejoins The Orlando Magic In a New Role

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October 7, 2017

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Words by Jason Cordner Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady has rejoined an organization that he had a lot of success with, the Orlando Magic. The Orlando Magic announced on Friday that McGrady will... Read Article