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Indianapolis Rapper Smack Peso Shot And Killed Hours After Premiering New Track “See Me Get Killed”

By Sha Be Allah / August 8, 2020

According to several confirmed news reports, Indy rapper Smack Peso was killed in Indianapolis yesterday (August 7) after being shot....

Today In Hip Hop History: N.W.A. Dropped Their Second LP ‘Straight Outta Compton’ 32 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / August 8, 2020

On 8/8/88, Ice Cube, MC Ren, DJ Yella, Eazy E, along with the legendary Dr. Dre from the World Class...

Today In Hip Hop History: The Source Magazine Remembers Boot Camp Clik’s Sean Price 5 Years Later

By Sha Be Allah / August 8, 2020

The Hip Hop community will never forget the feeling that permeated the atmosphere the morning that everyone woke up to...

Roc Nation’s Bobby Fishscale Drops ‘The Last Re-Up’ EP

By Jiggy Jones / August 7, 2020

Bobby Fishscale is a natural born hustler. His latest release, The Last Re-Up signifies the mentality that defines him as...

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Jet to the Dominican Republic To Work on Their Marriage

By Shawn Grant / August 7, 2020

A little baecation can fix anything, right? That's the hope for Kim Kardashian and Kanye West who have fled the...

2 Chainz Announces New Album ‘So Help Me God’

By Shawn Grant / August 7, 2020

A while back Kanye West stated that he would be releasing an album titled So Help Me God, that title...

Swizz Beatz Throws the Idea of Drake and Kanye West in a VERZUZ Battle

By Shawn Grant / August 7, 2020

Could we get Kanye West and Drake in the VERZUZ arena? That's what Swizz Beatz is alluding to. Near the...

Takeoff Accused of Sexual Assault in Lawsuit, Attorney Issues a Statement

Jasmine Johnson

August 6, 2020

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A new lawsuit accuses Migos member Takeoff of raping a woman at a party in Los Angeles, California back in June. The anonymous woman stated she was invited to the party by a mutual friend and that Takeoff offe... Read Article

Wale Inspired to Join XFL Following J.Cole’s NBA Tryout Invitation

Jiggy Jones

August 6, 2020

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Rap and go to the league is possible. If Master P did it, so can anyone else. Wale and J.Cole are looking to find out. Earlier this week, The No Limit CEO verified J Cole's professional hoop dreams. The Louisi... Read Article

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Juelz Santana is a Free Man Following Prison Release

Jiggy Jones

August 5, 2020

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Juelz Santana was release from prison on Wednesday afternoon. His wife, Kimbella, built momentum prior to her husband's homecoming. Santana was initially schedule for release last week, but "some sh*t happened... Read Article

Griselda’s First Lady Armani Caesar Taps Benny The Butcher & DJ Premier For ‘Simply Done’

Jiggy Jones

August 5, 2020

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Upholding the title of "First Lady" can be a tall task. For Armani Caesar, she continues to prove otherwise. In her latest release, "Simply Done," the Buffalo native comes through with a Griselda aligned track... Read Article

King Combs Ferrari Totaled After Being Hit By a Drunk Driver

Shawn Grant

August 5, 2020

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Diddy’s son and rapper King Combs was involved in a car accident in Beverly Hills after midnight on Wednesday. TMZ reports a driver in a Tesla was speeding down Sunset Blvd and hit Combs’ red Ferrari after los... Read Article

Kelis to Star on Netflix Cannabis Cooking Show

Kelis Reveals Positive Pregnancy Test On Instagram

Roman White

August 5, 2020

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Kelis took to social media on Wednesday to reveal that she is pregnant. The soon to be mother of three posted a picture of her positive pregnancy test on Instagram for her more than 500,000 followers. "Chef... Read Article

JAY-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation, Jack Dorsey Donate Supermarket Gift Cards to NYCHA Residents for #StartSmall Initiative

Roc Nation Partners with Long Island University to Launch School of Music, Sports & Entertainment

Shawn Grant

August 5, 2020

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JAY-Z’s Roc Nation has announced a partnership with Brooklyn’s Long Island University for the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment.The school is set to launch in the Fall of 2021 and will awa... Read Article

T.I.’s Stepdaughter Zonnique Pullins Reveals Gender of Her Baby

Mira B

August 5, 2020

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T.I. may just pull out his hair after learning that his stepdaughter, Zonnique Pullins, is five months pregnant by her rapper boyfriend, Bandhunta Izzy. The self-proclaimed, King of the South learned of the ne... Read Article

Kanye West Withdraws Petition to Appear On NJ Presidential Ballot

Sha Be Allah

August 5, 2020

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According to a report from the Associated Press, music mogul and long-shot presidential hopeful Kanye West was forced to withdraw from the New Jersey ballot. An email thread between Administrative Law Judge... Read Article

Happy Birthday to X-Clan’s Professor X, Sissyyyyy! (R.I.P.)

Sha Be Allah

August 5, 2020

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On this day in 1956, Lumumba Carson aka Professor X of the groundbreaking X-Clan was born. He would've been 64 years old today. Known by his stage names Baba Professor X the Overseer, Professor X, or PXO, w... Read Article

Dr. Dre’s Wife Disputes Prenup Amid Divorce, Claims It Was Voided

Sha Be Allah

August 5, 2020

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According to several news reports, Nicole Young, wife of Hip Hop mogul and N.W.A. founder Andre "Dr. Dre" Young, is challenging the couple's prenuptial agreement, citing that it was voided. This news comes jus... Read Article

The Source Magazine Remembers The Beastie Boys’ MCA On His Birthday

Sha Be Allah

August 5, 2020

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It has been eight years since the passing of Beastie Boys founding member Adam Yauch aka MCA, but his legacy stands as a testament to why he should be recognized on his born day. This year marks the eighth ... Read Article

Chicago Rapper FBG Duck Shot and Killed In City’s Downtown Area

Jordan Eversley

August 4, 2020

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The gun violence in Chicago has taken yet another rising talent. Rapper FBG Duck was shot and killed today in the Gold Coast area of downtown Chicago. The controversial rapper who has gained notoriety with... Read Article

[WATCH] Philly Singer Jaguar Wright Calls Out The Roots For Mistreatment Of Founding Member Malik B, Alleges Common Sexually Assaulted Her

Sha Be Allah

August 4, 2020

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With the tragic news of The Roots' founding member Malik B's passing echoing through the Hip Hop and music worlds, it's saddening that more bad news is coming out of the Soulquarian camp, as Philly native Jagu... Read Article

Benzino Arrested for Disorderly Conduct After Altercation With BM’s New Boyfriend

Sha Be Allah

August 4, 2020

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Reality TV star and Former Source Magazine owner Benzino was arrested on Friday for disorderly conduct after he allegedly confronted his child's mother, Althea Eaton, and her male friend in a threatening manne... Read Article

Bobby Shmurda Doesn't Look Like the "Hot N*gga" We Knew Anymore

Bobby Shmurda Could Be Released Today Following Parole Hearing

Sha Be Allah

August 4, 2020

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According to Bobby Shmurda's website and its posted countdown to his release, the GS9 frontman could possibly be a free man today following his parole hearing with the board. With the end date set for Augus... Read Article

Queen Naija Says Lack of Education Caused 'Nappy Headed' Remarks

Queen Naija Says Lack of Cultural Education Caused Previous ‘Nappy Headed’ Remarks

Jiggy Jones

August 4, 2020

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Back in 2017, Queen Naija was a renowned Youtube vlogger with her then-boyfriend Chris Sails. During one of their vlogs, Naija recalled a story about being a victim of bullying as a child for having "pretty ha... Read Article

[WATCH] Bodycam Footage Released Of George Floyd’s Entire Arrest

Sha Be Allah

August 4, 2020

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Exclusively from UK's The Daily Mail, footage from a police bodycam has been released, which shows George Floyd's entire arrest. The leaked tapes show 46-year-old Floyd pleading with the cops not to shoot him,... Read Article

Today in Hip-Hop History: Snoop Dogg Released His Third Solo LP ‘Da Game Is To Be Sold, Not To Be Told’ 22 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

August 4, 2020

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On this day in Hip Hop history, Snoop Dogg released his third LP Da Game Is To Be Sold, Not To Be Told, his first release on No Limit Records. Although met with mixed reviews from critics, this #1 album may ve... Read Article

MTV Reportedly Offered Tory Lanez a Show Following Success of 'Quarantine Radio'

Hot 97 Puts Tory Lanez Deportation Claims to Bed

Jiggy Jones

August 4, 2020

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When a petition surfaced to deport Tory Lanez, many perceived it as the Hotties riding for Megan Thee Stallion. On Monday it was reported that Tory had been deported back to his native country of Canada. Hot 9... Read Article