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ICYMI: Shea Serrano and Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins Reflect on Creating ‘No Skips’ and Some of Their Best Podcast Moments

By Shawn Grant / December 19, 2021

Shea Serrano and Brandon "Jinx" Jenkins are two of the sharpest minds in Hip-Hop, and they combined for one of...

Shea Serrano and Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins Reflect on Creating ‘No Skips’ and Some of Their Best Podcast Moments

By Shawn Grant / December 16, 2021

Shea Serrano and Brandon "Jinx" Jenkins are two of the sharpest minds in Hip-Hop, and they combined for one of...

Tuu Ra Teases Afro-Fusion Album and Latest Releases

By Shawn Grant / November 6, 2021

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lFjmYR7OfU What is your name and what city do you rep? My stage name is Tuu Ra. It’s a spin-off of...

‘BMF’ Actor Demetrius Flenory Jr. Reveals The Pressure He Felt Playing His Dad’s Real Life Story

By Kim SoMajor / October 4, 2021

Demetrius Flenory Jr. Aka Lil Meech reveals the pressure he felt taking on the role of playing his father, Demetrius...

Spotify’s Sydney Lopes Says ‘Frequency’ Program is a Support of Black Expression

By Shawn Grant / September 16, 2021

Spotify has announced a new initiative, Frequency, a global effort that cultivates a holistic destination for celebrating Black art, entertainment,...

Smoke Bulga Calls Joining MMG a “Blessing” and a Result of His Hustle

By Shawn Grant / September 10, 2021

Last week, Smoke Bulga was announced as the latest addition to the Maybach Music Group Empire. Smoke's induction to the...

ICYMI: DJ Khaled Ready to Work with Eminem, André 3000, & Dr. Dre

By Kim SoMajor / July 18, 2021

DJ Khaled has been the king of collaborations in Hip-Hop for some time now. Throughout his career, the Grammy award-winning...

ICYMI: Shea Serrano and Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins Reflect on Creating ‘No Skips’ and Some of Their Best Podcast Moments

Shawn Grant

December 19, 2021

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Shea Serrano and Brandon "Jinx" Jenkins are two of the sharpest minds in Hip-Hop, and they combined for one of the best podcasts out, No Skips. The new series breaks down key and classic moments throughout ear... Read Article

Shea Serrano and Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins Reflect on Creating ‘No Skips’ and Some of Their Best Podcast Moments

Shawn Grant

December 16, 2021

Exclusives, Interview

Tuu Ra Teases Afro-Fusion Album and Latest Releases

Shawn Grant

November 6, 2021

Interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lFjmYR7OfU What is your name and what city do you rep? My stage name is Tuu Ra. It’s a spin-off of my spiritual name Turraqet, which is an ancient African/Kemetic name.... Read Article

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‘BMF’ Actor Demetrius Flenory Jr. Reveals The Pressure He Felt Playing His Dad’s Real Life Story

Kim SoMajor

October 4, 2021

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Demetrius Flenory Jr. Aka Lil Meech reveals the pressure he felt taking on the role of playing his father, Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory. Founder of the "Black Mafia Family," Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory w... Read Article

Spotify’s Sydney Lopes Says ‘Frequency’ Program is a Support of Black Expression

Shawn Grant

September 16, 2021

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Spotify has announced a new initiative, Frequency, a global effort that cultivates a holistic destination for celebrating Black art, entertainment, creativity, culture, and community both on and off-platform. ... Read Article

Smoke Bulga Calls Joining MMG a “Blessing” and a Result of His Hustle

Shawn Grant

September 10, 2021

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Last week, Smoke Bulga was announced as the latest addition to the Maybach Music Group Empire. Smoke's induction to the MMG roster came with the new single "Water Whip'N." “I’m honored to join the MMG famil... Read Article

ICYMI: DJ Khaled Ready to Work with Eminem, André 3000, & Dr. Dre

Kim SoMajor

July 18, 2021

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DJ Khaled has been the king of collaborations in Hip-Hop for some time now. Throughout his career, the Grammy award-winning artist and executive producer has worked with the likes of Drake, Rihanna, Nipsey... Read Article

[WATCH] DJ Khaled Wants to Work with André 3000, Dr. Dre and Eminem

Kim SoMajor

July 16, 2021

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[WATCH] Kurupt Discusses The Classic Death Row Songs That Began As Freestyles

Sha Be Allah

July 15, 2021

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In an exclusive interview with AmbrosiaForheads' What's The Headline podcast, the Dogg Pound's Kurupt detailed the more than two-decade wit for the full-length studio album from the HRSMN, the rap supergroup c... Read Article

[WATCH] Jordyn Woods Talks About Getting Birkin Bag As Payment To Appear In Gunna Video

Sha Be Allah

June 21, 2021

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In an exclusive interview with Complex, supermodel Jordyn Woods speaks on a myriad of topics, but most memorable was listening to her explain how she received a Birkin bag to appear in Gunna's "Baby Birkin" vi... Read Article

On The Rise: Unfoonk is YSL’s Resident Street Poet

Milca P.

May 14, 2021

Interview, On The Rise

After serving just over a decade behind bars, it’s likely that there are some changes one may encounter upon release with new technology and ways of life among the most common phenomena. Coming home to a kid b... Read Article

On The Rise: Erica Banks Talks “Buss It” Success & Post-COVID Plans

Milca P.

April 26, 2021

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Words By: Brittany Burton 1501 superstar femcee Erica Banks has become one of the hottest rising artists of 2021. After claiming a hit with her viral “Buss It” single, the Dallas native is reminding audie... Read Article

On The Rise: Buffalo’s Che Noir Is Taking Control of Her Own Story

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April 7, 2021

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By: Driune Santana & Nailah Spencer Che Noir is her own author. Characterized by the grit that colored her upbringing in upstate New York, the 27-year-old took control of her narrative from the out... Read Article

[WATCH] Master P: “It Was Easier Negotiating With Suge Knight Than Corporate America”

Sha Be Allah

March 12, 2021

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In an exclusive interview with Shannon Sharpe on the Club Shay Shay show, Hip Hop mogul Master P built on his independent grind and how hard it was for him to get into music retail stores and a music label own... Read Article

[WATCH] Lo Lifes’ Thirstin Howl The 3rd Recalls Being On Rikers Island When His “Unsigned Hype” Ran In The Source Magazine

Sha Be Allah

March 11, 2021

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Former Source Magazine Editor Soren Baker sat down with Lo Lifes General Thirstin Howl III on his Unique Access show and talked about his "Unsigned Hype" feature in the August 1997 issue of The Source Magazi... Read Article

Actors, Athletes, and Advocates Discuss Self-Confidence in “Confident Like Me” Virtual Series

Nailah Spencer

March 9, 2021

Digital Entertainment, Her Source, Her Source | Beauty and Fashion Trends, Her Source | Women's Hip Hop Lifestyle, Interview, Lifestyle

In March, we celebrate Women's History Month. This means we get 31 days out of 365, to be recognized for our contributions to history, culture, and society. While the idea is sweet, a month is not long enough ... Read Article

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On The Rise: LA The Goat Talks Working With Jermaine Dupri & the State of Tampa Hip-Hop

The Source

February 25, 2021

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By: Marcos Arriola & Johnnie Buck LA The Goat has had a year that most new artists can only dream of. After an opportune freestyle, hopping on Jermaine Dupri's "Money Ain't A Thang" instrumental, the... Read Article

[WATCH] Nelly Responds To St. Lunatics’ Ali’s Claims With “Actual Factuals”

Sha Be Allah

February 5, 2021

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Not many people outside of the St. Lunatics crew knew of any animosity between the members, however, Ali took to social media to allege that Nelly held back his cohorts to advance his own career. In an intervi... Read Article

Eminem Says He Had to “Relearn” How to Rap Due to Drugs While Making ‘Relapse’ Album

Sha Be Allah

January 4, 2021

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After his back and forth, on wax beef with Snoop Dogg, Eminem has found himself explaining the meaning of his "Zeus" track, which also contains an apology for Rihanna. The 48-year-old Mathers has now opened up... Read Article

[WATCH] Producer Delray Richardson Says Tupac Slept With Faith The Night After They Met, Calls Her A Liar

Sha Be Allah

December 30, 2020

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Platinum producer Delray Richardson has come forward in an exclusive interview with The Art of Dialogue about the alleged relationship between slain rap icon Tupac Shakur and wife of Brooklyn rap king Biggie S... Read Article