On this day in Hip Hop history veteran MC Rakim released his debut solo LP The 18th Letter. Coming off of the infamous split of Eric B & Rakim and a five year hiatus, this album was surprisingly thorough and left no room to doubt Rakim’s resilience in the ever-changing Hip Hop world. Visit streaming.thesource.com for […]
When the God speaks, people listen. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Legendary emcee Rakim appears on Stephen “Ragga” Marley‘s new Revelation Pt. II: “The Fruit of Life album and drops a plethora of knowledge and wisdom on the song “So Unjust”, which also features Canadian MC Kardinal Offishall. Displaying his extraordinary lyrical prowess, Rakim sets […]
On this day in Hip Hop history, one of the culture’s most prolific duo’s Eric B & Rakim released their sophomore LP Follow the Leader. Coming shortly after their game-changing debut Paid in Full, Follow the Leader showed that not only did the two find a formula of success but that they had yet to hit a ceiling. The […]
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of “Eric B. Is President,” Rakim is currently traveling from city to city on his “Paid in Full” tour. The MC also announced he would perform the 1987 debut album in its entirety on May 26 at Park West in Chicago. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In an interview with […]
There are very few that can hold the title of being a legendary lyricist, but Virginia bred emcee Skillz (a.k.a. Mad Skillz) has proven not only can he hold the title on his own, but through many years of ghostwriting for some of the illest emcees in the game, as a co-conspirator. Visit streaming.thesource.com for […]
Born on this date in 1968, William Griffith Jr. aka Rakim Allah is considered the greatest emcee to ever touch the mic. His debut album along with DJ Eric B., Paid In Full, is a necessary piece of Hip-Hop’s creative history, used as an instructional tool to many up and coming emcees and deejays as […]
Friday night the Masters of Ceremony Series presented by Adam Torres Concerts turned NJPAC into an official trip down hip hop memory lane! KRS-One, The Lox, Ja Rule, Rakim, Mad Lion, Lords of the Underground and Black Moon took us back to the golden era performing hit after hit to a very enthusiastic sold out […]
Saturday night Radio City Music Hall in NYC was on fire as they hosted the spectacular Master’s of Ceremony concert featuring some of hip hop’s hottest legends. Shabba Ranks, The LOX, Rakim, Ma$e, Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Brand Nubian and Das EFX performed their hits from the golden era to a packed house. The […]
This so-cal and nor-cal festival will feature a lineup of legendary rappers and hip hop artists.
Happy Bornday to The God MC Rakim Allah, who turns 47 today Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information William Michael Griffin Jr., also known as Rakim Allah, was born in Wyandanch, NY on January 28, 1968. Defined as one of the most influential MCs of to ever do it, his classic first album ‘Paid in Full’ […]
Legends of Hip Hop headline the 5% Nation’s 50th Year Anniversary concert hosted by the Builders Build Group Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The unparalleled link between the Gods and Hip Hop is both historic and legendary. The Nation of Gods and Earths, who are commonly known as the Five Percent, was founded by Allah […]
Yes, you read that correctly. Linkin Park and Rakim have collaborated and released a new track, Guilty All The Same. As you know, this isn’t the first time the rock band has crossed over. We must NEVER forget the Collision Course album with Hov for it was the most beautiful clash of genres. Back to this […]
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Words is a re-introduction, and aural celebration of hip-hop’s most influential MC. Inspired by the vinyls that birthed the art form, the film is a portrait of two sides of an artist (A & B) and the streets and city he inspired. Two of his verses have been remixed … […]
Red Bull Music Academy delves into the essence of what it takes to be a musician; from creative struggles to personal encounters to unexpected truths, this new documentary will easily enlighten Hip Hop fans in some way. Music lovers and artists alike will all enjoy this, as it covers not only processes, but the resulting […]
Salute to Mandela.
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The God Rakim returns with some brand ne music today in honor of one of the gretest leaders in this world, the late and great Nelson Mandela. The track was recorded for the upcoming flick, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom and its the perfect tribute for the former South African […]
Rakim Allah puts it down in Virginia with Soul Logistics Radio this weekend
With all of DMX’s crazy headlines aside, the man is still doing work. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Though there hasn’t been any confirmation on a new album, DMX collaborated with hip-hop’s finest Rakim on a new track that hit the internet last night. Singer Shontelle and Aleks D joins the veteran rappers on X’s […]
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Released 23 years ago today, The Source remembers the classic Eric B. & Rakim album Let The Rhythm Hit ‘Em
Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The power of the word has always been golden in Hip-hop. Now in a age where lyricism is taking a back seat to celebrity, The Source bring you the Top 50 lyricists of all time in an effort to put some focus back on the art form. Make no mistake. […]
