Donald Trump’s impeachment trial kicked off and there were a few notable moments from day 1. The most savory moment was US Congressman Hakeem Jeffries quoting the Notorious B.I.G. in an epic mic drop moment. Rep. Jeffries ended his opening argument calling for the subpoena of Mick Mulvaney. He also answered Trump’s legal attorney, Jay […]
Today in Hip Hop History, Tupac Shakur was shot 5 times and robbed in the lobby of Quad Studios in NYC. As fate would have it, many felt this shooting ignited the East Coast/West Coast beef resulting in the death of two legends in hip hop. During the night of November 30, 1994, right before […]
Our love for The The Notorious B.I.G. will always be just that — big! Who would’ve thought that 25 years ago, a guy self-described as “Black and ugly as ever” would go on to become one of the most revered emcees to ever touch a mic by kicking off his career with a debut album […]
We hope you all have been enjoying the SOURCE360 Festival so far, and the fun will continue this weekend with our annual Block Party. This year we’re setting up shop on the newly-renamed Christopher Wallace Way in Bedstuy, and we’ll be honoring Biggie’s legacy with many activations, a fashion show and few live performances that […]
Next week we’re taking over Brooklyn to celebrate the B.I.G. homie for our annual SOURCE360 Block Party! This year we’ll be setting up shop on the newly-renamed “Christopher ‘Notorious B.I.G.’ Wallace Way,” and we’re filling the day with live performances, outdoor activities, a fashion show, live art and a special “Unsigned Hype” showcase. It’s all […]
As the neighborhood of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn gathered a few weeks ago to honor The Notorious B.I.G. by officially renaming his old block as Christopher “Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace Way, it now looks like you’ll be able to actually live like the King of Brooklyn by renting the old apartment he famously rapped about on “Juicy.” […]
Biggie was posthumously honored by his hometown with his own street yesterday. The corner of Fulton Street in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Bedford–Stuyvesant is now officially renamed Christopher ‘Notorious B.I.G.’ Wallace Way. Thousands came out in the rain for the ceremony joining the late rapper’s mother, Voletta Wallace, and his oldest daughter, T’Yanna, and son, […]
Yesterday marked what would’ve been Biggie Smalls’ 47th birthday and his loved ones got together to break bread at a celebratory dinner. Curated by Alyi V, the inaugural launch of the B.I.G. dinner brought together his close associates including Junior Mafia. This is huge for the culture because Lil Kim and Lil Cease’s friendship disintegrated […]
Happy would-be 47th birthday, Biggie! On May 21, 1972, Voletta Wallace gave birth to Christopher George Latore Wallace, the future Hip-Hop icon that we’d all go on to know and love by many aka’s — The Notorious B.I.G., Biggie Smalls, Biggie or the undisputed King of New York are usually thrown around most frequently. On […]
Kodak Black has been talking recklessly these days. He recently sounded off on Lil Wayne and Young M.A., but now he has something to say about two late Hip Hop legends. He recently said that he deserves to be compared to Tupac, Biggie, and Nas. Many people felt like he was out of line for […]
R.I.P. to the one, the only, The Notorious B.I.G. 22 years have passed since Biggie was murdered on March 9, 1997 while leaving an afterparty for the 11th Annual Soul Train Music Awards in Los Angeles. That night, he hit the stage to perform a medley of his hits “One More Chance (Remix)” and the […]
For an entire decade, spanning from the mid ’90s to the second half of the ’00s, Hip-Hop style centered on three staples: a fitted cap one size too big, a XL white tee and an even bigger throwback jersey to go over it. Thankfully, the ’90s resurgence making its current return is adopting the trends […]
What’s beef? Well, it’s one of the most synonymous occurrences in Hip-Hop that, regardless of how much people try to protest it, gets factored into the culture on a level of near entertainment. Basically, we really can’t just all get along. Sometimes though, rap wars can get a little scary. Some of you may be […]
Many artists have created a signature lane for themselves, both in terms of music and personal style, that lasts way beyond their time on this earth even. We saw it with Tupac’s bandana and nose ring, Aaliyah’s swoop bang and baggy Tommy Jeans, and of course with The Notorious B.I.G. when it came to his […]
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Nicki Minaj has been on a roll since the release of her highly anticipated Queen, this week she’s kicking things off with the release of the video for the boss track “Ganja Burn”. The Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott directed video opens with a fictional tale about a “ generous” queen who’s enemies came together in […]
Queen has finally arrived and what’ a Nicki Minaj album without a little controversy right? As previously reported, Nicki Minaj dropped her highly anticipated album Queen and decided to spill some tea with the release. After previewing the song “Barbie Dreams” on her latest venture with Apple Music, Queen Radio, fans couldn’t wait to rewind and […]
Besides producing classic hits, Stevie J is also good at baby making. TMZ caught up with Faith Evans and her husband and the newlywed couple definitely have baby fever. They opened up to the tabloid about their unexpected Las Vegas wedding. They insist the marriage isn’t a stunt and disclosed why they chose to make it […]
While it helps to be the child of Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs, it’s similarly vital to have the ability expected to bloom in the music business. Up until this point, King Combs has bested desires all while conveying the profound last name of his dad on his shoulders. Presently, the flexible star wants to quicken […]
J. Prince has been out on a press run for his forthcoming book The Art & Science of Respect: A Memoir by J. Prince, however, it has been overshadowed by his intervention in the Pusha T versus Drake feud. Rap’s Godfather says he personally called The Boy and asked him not to release what he describes as […]
Many musicians are in tune with their stylish side, but only a select few can truly be deemed fashion icons. Sean John shows love to six of the greatest musicians in Hip-Hop and R&B to merge the worlds of music and style with a new range of tees that pay tribute to some and homage […]