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Swizz Beatz Presents Exhibit on ‘Black Renaissance’ Art in L.A
Kasseem “Swizz Beatz” Dean is regarded as one of the greatest producers ever in hip-hop. Along with collecting chart-topping hits, Swizz has garnered a reputation as collector and lover of fine art. Now it’s being reported that Swizz is partnering with UTA artist space to develop a new show that highlights ‘Black Renaissance’ works. Entitled […]
Today In Hip Hop History: DMX Drops His Third LP ‘…And Then There Was X’ 19 Years Ago
On this date in 1999, rap phenomenon DMX released his third studio effort entitled …And Then There Was X on the Def Jam/Ruff Ryders imprint. With production from the likes of Harlem trendsetter Dame Grease, Swizz Beatz and of course the Ruff Ryders’ generals Dee and Waah, this timeless classic went five time platinum within […]
Private Screening for Nas X Swizz Beatz ‘The ECHO Experience’ At iPic Theater (RECAP)
Last night in lower Manhattan, a select group of movers and shakers had a chance to sit down and get up close and personal for Nas and Swizz Beatz latest project and visual for “The ECHO Experience.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Sponsored by Mass Appeal and Epic Records, everything went down at the chic […]
Get a Closer Look at the Zenith x Swizz Beatz “DEFY Classic” Watch
We’ve been seeing some really dope watch collaborations this holiday season, most recently with the new A$AP Ferg x G-SHOCK GA-110 announced a few days ago. Now, it looks like Swizz Beatz is getting in on the action with his own timepiece drop alongside Zenith. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement The “DEFY Classic Swizz […]
Today In Hip Hop History: Ludacris Dropped His Sophomore Album ‘Word Of Mouf’ 17 Years Ago
On this day in 2001, Ludacris released his second full length album, Word of Mouf. This LP was ridiculously successful, debuting at #3 on the Billboard 200 chart and selling 281,000 copies in the first week. It also received critical acclaim, being nominated for a Grammy for Best Hip Hop album (he lost to The […]
Swizz Beatz has a Nas, JAY-Z, Jadakiss, DMX Collaboration in the Vault
Swizz Beatz has been holding on to a record featuring a stack of Hip Hop OG’s like Nas, JAY-Z, Jadakiss, and DMX just because. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information During a recent episode of Elliot Wilson’s Rap Radar podcast, the super-producer revealed that the collaboration titled, “Just Because” was originally intended to be featured on […]
Swizz Beatz Releases New Music Video for ‘SwizzMontana’ Featuring French Montana
The Ruff Ryders general releases the second video from his Poison album entitled “SwizzMontana”, featuring none other than the Moroccan Bad Boy himself French Montana. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On his first full-length studio album in over a decade, Swizz recruited the “No Stylist” emcee for one of the premier singles, with the opulent […]
Swizz Beatz to Release New Album, ‘Poison’ Executive Produced by J. Cole
Meek Mill took to Instagram to show love to Swizz Beatz forthcoming album, Poison, slate to release at midnight. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The 10-track project is executive produced by Beatz himself and J. Cole. It also has a star-studded guest feature list including Lil Wayne, Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Young Thug, 2 Chainz, Pusha […]
Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter V’ Inspires #UproarChallenge
Lil Wayne at last dropped his highly-anticipated album, Tha Carter V, last week and it’s safe to say that the streets love it. Even Kanye West, who was scheduled to release his ninth studio album the day after ensured that Weezy will hit the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200. What’s more, now with […]
Swizz Beatz Calls out Kanye West: ‘F–k the MAGA Hat’
Kanye West performed for the season premiere of Saturday Night Live’s, and despite the fact that he didn’t drop his ninth studio collection Yandhi as guaranteed, he still gave the public something to talk about. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information He performed “I Love It” with Lil Pump and debuted another tune with Teyana Taylor […]
Swizz Beatz Drops New Visual for ‘Pistol On My Side(P.O.M.S.)’ Feat. Lil’ Wayne
Today, Grammy Award-winning iconic producer, rapper, DJ, and entrepreneur Swizz Beatz unloads his new single “Pistol On My Side (P.O.M.S.)” featuring Lil Wayne. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Locked and loaded with his instantly recognizable beats, “Pistol On My Side (P.O.M.S.)” showcases the production fire that cemented his status as a legend in addition to […]
Swizz Beatz Reveals Cover Art for ‘Poison’ Album
Swizz Beatz is ready to make his full return to music. Coming off a summer where he stole headlines for some high profile beat battles, the super producer has revealed the tracklist for his forthcoming album Poison. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The album cover is pretty dark with a ton of murder going on […]
Today in Hip Hop History: Jadakiss Drops His Debut Album ‘Kiss Tha Game Goodbye’ 17 Years Ago
On this date in Hip Hop history, Jason Phillips aka Jadakiss released his first full-length studio album Kiss Tha Game Goodbye on the Ruff Ryders/Interscope imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Regarded as one of the most anticipated releases within the month of the 9/11 tragedy(which also includes Jay-Z’s Blueprint and Fabolous’ debut Ghetto Fabolous), […]
Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys Celebrate 8 Years of Wedded Bliss
Yesterday, Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys celebrated the eighth year of their wedded bliss and the Hip-Hop/R&B couple took to social media to wish each other a happy anniversary displaying a heartfelt depiction of Black love. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Ruff Ryder’s producer took to Instagram and shared a photo collage featuring photos […]
Swizz Beatz Links With Reebok Once Again For the DMX Series 2000
Swizz Beatz has built out his relationship with Reebok to a level that’s pretty much legendary — multiple collabs, his own sneaker model, and now the official unveiling for his latest work of art in the form of the DMX Series 2000 silhouette. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement The mega producer’s new set of […]
Nas Confirms New Album Will Feature Production from RZA and Swizz Beatz
It is not a secret that core Hip-Hop enthusiasts had a very mild reaction to Nas’ Nasir, his twelfth studio album exclusively produced by Kanye West. When the news broke that Ye was going to produce Nas next album, many were skeptical to a maximum. While West did his due diligence on the beat tip […]
[Watch] Swizz Beatz Gives Homeless Man A Hair Cut On The Streets of NYC
If you let certain media outlets talk about Hip-Hop artists, you’d think it is only about money, bros and hoes. And for many it might be, but for so many more… Hip-Hop is a lifestyle that was birthed out of making life better for those down on their backs in The Bronx. Visit streaming.thesource.com for […]
Swizz Beatz Says He and Nas Have an Album Together
Nas joined the seven-song stimulus package of G.O.O.D Music this past June and dropped off the self-titled album Nasir. The Kanye West executive produced album was met with mixed reviews and left some fans wondering would there be some more work from NAs hitting the music scene soon. With his album Poison on the way, […]
Swizz Beatz Challenges Timbaland to Continue ‘The Smoke’ via Album
A year ago when Nas said, “I’m with the smoke” producers and beatmakers alike rejoiced over a battle between the mega-producers Swizz Beatz and Timbaland. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information But wait there’s more! Could there an album battle in the works? For any person who creates music, certain producers have a signature style. Swizz […]