On this date in 1985, Hip-Hop bigwig Russell Simmons along with film producer Michael Schultz unveiled the Hip-Hop glory days fairy tale about the early days of Def Jam in the Warner Brothers distributed Krush Groove. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information This cinematic, quasi-musical was told in a very unique manner, with almost all of […]
Babyface was set to deliver a Mother’s Day treat in breaking down and performing the Waiting to Exhale soundtrack, but it was derailed by the tragic death of his friend and industry giant Andre Harrell. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The performance is now back on as Babyface is aiming to celebrate the historic soundtrack […]
This Sunday, the biggest stars across the entertainment industry will honor one of the cultural architects for black media and the founder of Uptown Records, the late Andre Harrell, affectionally called “Mr. Champagne and Bubbles” by friends and family. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The tribute will be commercial-free on BET, BET James, BET Soul, […]
The hip-hop community is still reeling from the passing of Andre Harrell to heart failure this past Thursday. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The death of Harrell was announced by DJ D-Nice during his quarantine Instagram Live DJ set. Known for launch the career of Sean “Diddy” Combs while running Uptown Records. Fans have been […]
Most people know that the Notorious B.I.G. was discovered by The Source through our Unsigned Hype franchise, but did you know that the first major label that Christopher Wallace aka Biggie Smalls was signed to was Uptown Records? Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Back in the day, Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs had just become the […]
Andre Harrell, founder of Uptown Records, legendary music mogul, and one half of this hip-hop duo Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde passed away on Friday, May 8th. He was 59 years old. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information While the cause of death is still unknown, DJ D Nice revealed the news during Friday night’s Club […]
The story of Uptown Records is coming to BET. Earlier today, the television network announced a three-part mini-series about the legendary record label. Founded by Andre Harrell in 1986, Uptown Records was known for launching the careers of musical legends in Hip-Hop and R&B including, Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, Heavy D & The Boyz, Teddy […]
Mary J. Blige received the birthday gift of birthday gifts; a star on the the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Surrounded by fans, family, and friends such as Diddy, Andre Harrell and Jimmy Iovine, the Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul dually celebrated turning 47 with immortalization on the iconic strip. “I’m so grateful […]
