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Wendy Williams Alleges 80s R&B Singer Sherrick Raped Her

By Sha Be Allah / January 15, 2021

In a shocking revelation before the release of her movie and documentary, famed talk show host Wendy Williams unveils the...

Today in Hip-Hip History: Gang Starr’s Sophomore LP ‘Step Into The Arena’ Turns 30 Years Old!

By Sha Be Allah / January 15, 2021

On this date three decades ago, Chris Martin b.k.a the legendary DJ Premier and Keith Elam b.k.a the Guru (Gifted...

Today in Hip-Hop History: DJ Quik’s Debut Album ‘Quik Is The Name’ Turns 30 Years Old!

By Sha Be Allah / January 15, 2021

Released on Profile Records during a time when their roster consisted of righteous rhymers like King Sun and Poor Righteous...

MC Eiht Checks in On IG From Hospital Bed

By Sha Be Allah / January 14, 2021

On his most recent post on IG, West Coast veteran MC Eiht checked in with his fans via Instagram to...

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Remembered in TV One Special ‘Unsung Presents: Music & The Movement’ Airing Jan. 18

By Sha Be Allah / January 14, 2021

TV One shines a light on Stevie Wonder and Gil Scott-Heron’s work to rally support to establish a holiday for...

[WATCH] King Von’s Sister Kayla and Cuban Doll Square Off in Atlanta

By Sha Be Allah / January 14, 2021

After a week of back and forth on social media between the two, Cuban Doll and the late King Von's...

GA Investment Manager Arrested at Capitol Hill Riots Commits Suicide

By Sha Be Allah / January 14, 2021

A 53-year-old investment manager who was suspected to have participated in the Trump-powered riots at Capitol Hill was found dead...

Happy 51st Birthday To Wu Tang Clan’s Raekwon The Chef!

Sha Be Allah

January 12, 2021

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On this date in 1970, Wu Tang Clan swordsman and lyrical legend Raekwon The Chef was born in Staten Island, New York. The Staten Island based emcee is one of the Wu's most celebrated artists, with his Only Bui... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: John Singleton’s ‘Higher Learning’ Released in Theaters 26 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

January 11, 2021

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On this date in 1995, the John Singleton-directed movie Higher Learning debuted in theaters across America courtesy of Sony/Columba Pictures. Starring Ice Cube, Tyra Banks, Omar Epps and Michael Rapaport, H... Read Article

Baby Blue of Pretty Ricky Arraigned in COVID-19 Relief Federal Fraud Case

Sha Be Allah

January 11, 2021

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As The Source previously reported, Diamond "Baby Blue" Smith was involved in a $24 million COVID-19 relief scheme, which led to his arrest on charges of wire fraud, bank fraud, and conspiracy to commit wire fr... Read Article

Tracy Chapman Wins $450K in Copyright Suit Against Nicki Minaj

Sha Be Allah

January 11, 2021

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After a more than two-year-long battle over the song "Sorry" which was slated to be on her Queen LP, rap icon Nicki Minaj has offered up $450,000 to acoustic singer Tracy Chapman to settle a judgment for the t... Read Article

Today In Hip Hop History: Wu Tang Clan’s GZA Released His Sophomore LP ‘Liquid Swords’ 26 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

January 11, 2021

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On this date in 1995, the head of the Wu's "Voltron" released his first solo LP under the moniker "the GZA". "We form like Voltron and GZA happens to be the head." -Method Man After appearing as the clos... Read Article

Joe Biden Requests Congress Forgive $10K in Student Debt for All Borrowers

Sha Be Allah

January 10, 2021

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President-Elect Joe Biden has had a series of tumultuous events to follow his victory as POTUS, however, after the chaos of the Capitol Hill Riots, Biden has revealed some plans that he has on deck after the i... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Smif N Wessun Dropped Their Debut Album ‘Dah Shinin’ 26 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

January 10, 2021

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On this date in 1995, Steele and Tek aka Smif N Wessun of the legendary Boot Camp Clik released their debut album Dah Shinin' on the ultra-indie imprint, Wreck Records. This was also the sophomore effort of... Read Article

FBI Releases Photos Of Suspected Capitol Hill Rioters

Sha Be Allah

January 9, 2021

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The FBI has begun a nationwide manhunt for the participants in the Capitol Hill insurrection and has released photos of the suspects in hopes of uncovering their whereabouts. Several pictures have been made... Read Article

[WATCH] The Weeknd Super Bowl LV Halftime Show Ad

Sha Be Allah

January 9, 2021

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Just a week after dropping his "Save Your Tears" video just weeks before his Super Bowl LV halftime performance, singing sensation The Weeknd appears in one of many famous ads that will come across television ... Read Article

[WATCH] True Crime Series “American Gangster: Trap Queens” Premieres Jan. 14 On BET

Sha Be Allah

January 8, 2021

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BET announces the return of its hit unscripted series American Gangster: Trap Queens – a true crime series detailing the criminal chronicles of some of America’s most notorious female gangsters. Narrated by f... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Hall of Fame Dodgers Manager Tommy Lasorda Dead At 93

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January 8, 2021

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The entire baseball world is saddened that legendary Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda has died from sudden cardiopulmonary arrest in his home in Fullerton, CA. He was 93 years old. Known for his ag... Read Article

Trump Considering Pardoning Lil Wayne and Kodak Black Before Last Day in Office

Sha Be Allah

January 8, 2021

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As everyone can tell, Donald Trump is undoubtedly leaving office with a bang. With a list of celebrities that are being considered for presidential pardons before 45 leaves office, two of the most recognizable... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Nas and Kelis Got Married 16 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

January 8, 2021

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On this date in 2005, Queensbridge rap king Nasir Jones aka Nas and sultry Star Trak songstress Kelis Rogers tied the knot in Holy Hip-Hop matrimony in Atlanta, Georgia. The two got hitched at the Morningsi... Read Article

Federal Judge to Consider Casanova’s $2.5M Bail Package Proposal

Sha Be Allah

January 8, 2021

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By next month, a federal judge is expected to rule whether or not he will grant Brooklyn rapper Casanova freedom in a $2.5 million bail package offered up by his family and close friends. S. District Judge ... Read Article

Four People Reported Dead Following Riots At The U.S. Capitol

Sha Be Allah

January 8, 2021

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According to a report from NPR, authorities in Washington D.C. have confirmed that at least four people died after Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday (January 6). Three died in separate inc... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Ghostface Killah’s Debut LP ‘Ironman’ Turns 25 Years Old!

Sha Be Allah

January 8, 2021

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On this day in 1996, Ghostface Killah's released highly anticipated debut album Ironman was released on the Loud/RCA imprint. With exclusive in-house Wu production from True Master and the RZA coupled with Rae... Read Article

[WATCH] Trailer for Netflix’s ‘Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy’ Documentary

Sha Be Allah

January 7, 2021

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In the early 1980s, the crack epidemic tore through America’s inner cities like a tsunami, ravaging all in its wake. Decades later, the destructive effects on people’s lives, families and communities are still... Read Article

Kevin Hart: “If These People Were Black They Would Have All Been Shot Dead”

Sha Be Allah

January 7, 2021

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Comedian Kevin Hart has echoed the same feeling as many other Black and Brown people in this country; if the Trump rioters on Capitol Hill yesterday were Black People, more than likely, they would've been kill... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Ice Cube’s ‘The Predator’ LP Goes Platinum 28 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

January 7, 2021

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Released months after the 1992 Los Angeles riots, actor/filmmaker Ice Cube's The Predator album follows the same tone that existed in Ice Cube's music from his solo beginning; Black power against any form of o... Read Article

White House Staffers Resign Amid Capitol Hill Riot

Sha Be Allah

January 7, 2021

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According to several confirmed reports, the first lady’s chief of staff and White House deputy press secretary have both stepped down amid the Capitol Hill riots that took place on Wednesday. In addition to th... Read Article