Unfortunately, Freeway lost his oldest son, Jihad, last week, but he was on hand in Philadelphia for Joe Biden’s rally where he served as Sunday’s entertainment. When he took the stage, Biden spoke to the loss of Freeway’s son while thanking him for his time. “I also want to thank Philly Freeway for being here […]
On this date at the turn of the millennium, Jay-Z and his Rocafella cohorts released the only crew album of his career, The Dynasty: Roc La Familia. A dub later, it’s still the Roc! Along with Memphis Bleek and the State Property clan from Philly including Peedi Crack, Beanie Sigel, Oschino, Sparks, Freeway, and others, […]
In a heartfelt Instagram post early this morning(October 29), Philadelphia rapper Freeway revealed that his eldest son Jihad has passed away. Jihad followed in his father’s footsteps by making music, going by the moniker “SNOWHADD”. This is the second passing of one of the children of State Property members as Oschino’s son passed away last […]
Diddy, Alicia Keys, Nas, and Janet Jackson tapped as their tour DJ because DJ Aktive has his finger on what various cities are feeling— what moves them and what makes them special! Now, here is time for him to capture that spirit on one track. He does that masterfully with his new single, “The City” […]
On this date at the turn of the millennium, Jay-Z and his Rocafella cohorts released the only crew album of his career, The Dynasty: Roc La Familia. Along with Memphis Bleek and the State Property clan from Philly including Peedi Crack, Beanie Sigel, Oschino, Sparks, Freeway and others, Hov brought the supergroup energy to this […]
Janet Jackson and P Diddy have a secret weapon on their sold out tour that may be key to the concerts’ success… And that would be Philly’s own DJ Aktive. READ MORE: Freeway, Ms. Jade, Estelle & Others Rock DJ Aktive’s 1st Annual ‘DAP’ Party Aktive not only spins all of their hits, but finds […]
Gladys Maria Knight, born May 28, 1944, known as the “Empress of Soul,” is a singer, actress, businesswoman, and author. Knight is a seven-time Grammy Award-winner, who is known for the hits she recorded in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s with her music group, Gladys Knight and the Pips, consisting of her brother, Merald “Bubba” […]
Freeway speaks exclusively to The Source about his historic battle against Cassidy. This is one of the only on camera battles of Cassidy or Freeway.
People look to Cassidy’s battle with former Roc-A-fella rhyme-spitter Freeway to determine his legend status in battle rap.
Freeway has successfully received a new kidney in a transplant on February 5.
While most folk are winding down, wrapping their gifts, hanging their stockings and OD’ing of homemade eggnog, The NorthStar Group and The Source wants you to remember the power of service and giving. Check out our annual recap of the 2018 SOURCE360 Conference and Festival. This four-day conference which took place September 6ththrough the 9ththis […]
SEPTEMBER 6-9, THE 5TH ANNUAL SOURCE360 CONFERENCE & FESTIVAL TO BRING TOGETHER HIP-HOP ICONS, NEW & EMERGING MUSICAL TALENT & INDUSTRY ACTIVISTS TO CELEBRATE HIP-HOP & PROMOTE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SOURCE360 HONORS ARETHA FRANKLIN WITH A HIP-HOP & R&B LIVE TRIBUTE In the Wake of Cultural Shifts in the Country, Hip-Hop Has Overtaken Other Genres as […]
Former Roc-A-Fella Records and current Roc Nation signee Freeway was diagnosed with kidney failure almost three years, but this past week, the Philly rapper, whose given name is Leslie Edward Pridgen, updated his fans on his condition via Instagram from Baltimore’s John Hopkins Hospital. They say a person needs just three things to be truly […]
Hip Hop’s golden era constituent, Queens’ native, the godfather of Mafioso rap, legendary and influential emcee, Kool G Rap, broke out in the late 80s and early 90s as one half of the duo with DJ Polo. Together, Kool G Rap and DJ Polo released three undisputed classic albums; beginning with their debut album, Road […]
There is clearly some tension within Philadelphia’s State Property camp as things went haywire via social media last weekend. Oschino Vasquez of Roc-A-Fella’s Oschino & Sparks took to his Instagram account where he posted a photo of State Property leader Beanie Sigel alongside Freeway and the Young Gunz, with a caption that made it clear […]
It’s been a couple of years since we officially heard from Freeway. In 2014 we saw him release Highway Robbery with the late The Jacka, and Broken Ankles with Girl Talk, and his last solo studio album was in 2012 with Diamond In The Ruff. Still, there’s nothing like a new joint from one of […]
Music festivals and Hip Hop have always had an interesting relationship. Hip Hop only festivals such as A3C in Atlanta and the Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival present a different formula, but mainstream festivals by nature typically only feature a sprinkling of rap’s finest on top of their indie rock and electronic infused schedules. While this […]
When the old school wisdom of a street-savvy survivalist meets the ever-ambitious hunger of new talent, an undeniable chemistry will emerge. Listen as Southern California emcee HASEEB and producer Curtiss King team up with Philly’s own Freeway to bring you the second single, “Deep Gritty,” from their upcoming EP, The Daisy Chain. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/215810035″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /] -Savannah Britt […]
Freeway, alongside his artist, Scholito hop on one of the most popular records out right now. This is the first time I’ve heard Scholito, and I’m diggin the kid’s flow and voice. It actually sounds like he should have rocked on the original version. Respect to Freeway as well, it’s good to hear him still […]
Scholito, Freeway’s protege, drops the visuals for his latest freestyle.
