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Pusha T’s Next Album to be Produced by Kanye West and The Neptunes

Pusha T is officially in album mode. King Push’s manager Steven Victor was live on the Rap Cavier Instagram page and the rapper appeared to detail his next album will be produced by a joint effort of Kanye West and The Neptunes. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Steven Victor was promoting his takeover of the […]
Today in Hip Hop History: Clipse Released Their Second LP ‘Hell Hath No Fury’ 14 Years Ago

On this day in 2006, Virginia Beach’s own Clipse released the sophomore LP Hell Hath No Fury. Coming a whole four years after their celebrated, chart-topping debut Lord Willin’, Hell Hath No Fury did everything but disappoint. Produced exclusively by fellow Virginia Beach natives, The Neptunes, this album builds on Clipse’s unique take on mafioso rap culture. The contrast of […]
Today in Hip-Hop History: T.I. Drops His Debut Album ‘I’m Serious’ 19 Years Ago

On this date in 2001, the self-proclaimed “King Of The South,” rapper/actor T.I., released his first album entitled I’m Serious. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced by several behind the board legends including ATL’s DJ Toomp, Jazze Pha, Lil Jon, The Neptunes, and few others, with features from Pharrell, Bone Crusher, Too Short, Pastor Troy, […]
SZA Releases New Single ‘Hit Different’ Feat. Ty Dolla $ign

SZA has overnight released the surprise new single “Hit Different”’ featuring Ty Dolla $ign on the infectious hook on Top Dawg Entertainment and RCA Records (Sony Music Entertainment). The track is produced by legendary production duo The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) and marks SZA’s very welcome return to releasing new music after a […]
New Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z Single ‘Entrepreneur’ Out Now

Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z have today dropped their latest collaborative single in the uplifting, powerful five-minute “Entrepreneur” which premiered overnight at midnight following a very limited promotion run. The track featuring a timely Nipsey Hussle tribute, asks questions of the structural economics behind companies such as Twitter and Gucci, features Tyler, the Creator and Insecure […]
Today in Hip-Hop History: The Clipse Release Their Debut LP ‘Lord Willin’ 18 Years Ago

18 years ago, Terrence and Gene Thorton aka Pusha T and Malice put out Lord Willin’, The Clipse’s debut album that helped them solidify their spots within honorable mention of some of the best lyricists in the game. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced exclusively by the Neptunes on Pharrell Williams’ Star Trak imprint, the […]
Rihanna Is Working With the Neptunes for Her New Album

Rihanna is finally assuring her fans that 2020 will be that year she’ll be releasing new music. The Fenty CEO recently revealed that she is back in the studio and is working with The Neptunes. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On Thursday night, Rihanna shared an image of a soundboard in her Instagram stories that […]
Kelis Says She Was “Blatantly Lied to and Tricked” by The Neptunes

Mase isn’t the only celebrity coming forward about not being compensated fairly from a major record label. In an interview with The Guardian, singer Kelis Rogers (most notably known as the electric singer from Harlem named Kelis) opens up about her contract with super-producer Pharrell Williams and his partner Chad Hugo who together are The […]
Mariah Carey, The Isley Bros., Pharrell and The Neptunes Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame

The 2019 Songwriters Hall of Fame class was historic for a number of reasons for the Hip Hop culture: Missy Elliott was the third rapper, and the first femcee to be apart of the prestigious imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The diverse 2020 class has been announced and it includes Mariah Carey, Pharrell and […]
Today in Hip-Hop History: Nas Releases His Sixth Studio Album ‘God’s Son’ 17 Years Ago
Outkast, The Neptunes, Mariah Carey Nominated for 2020 Songwriter Hall of Fame

The Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees are in and there a few acts holing it down for Hip Hop and R&B. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The 2020 nominees include Outkast, the Neptunes, Eurythmics, R.E.M., Patti Smith, the Isley Brothers, Vince Gill, Journey, Beach Boys’ Mike Love, and more. Mariah Carey, Gloria Estefan, Steve Miller, […]
The Isley Brothers, Outkast and The Neptunes Nominated for Songwriters Hall of Fame

Hip-Hop and R&B are once again represented in the nominees for the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The Isley Brothers, Outkast, and The Neptunes among the 24 nominees. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Associated Press reports of the 24 nominees, six spots will be granted into the Hall of Fame. The Induction & Awards Gala […]
Today in Hip-Hop History: Nas Releases His Sixth Studio Album ‘God’s Son’ 16 Years Ago
Pharrell Williams Initially Wrote ‘Frontin’ for Prince & ‘Happy’ for CeeLo Green

Pharrell Williams released his single “Frontin’” featuring JAY-Z in 2003, way back when he was still one half of The Neptunes. The record became a huge hit, peaking at No. 5 on Billboard and helped propel his solo career. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Although “Frontin” was a major milestone for the multi-hyphenated artist, he […]
Today In Hip Hop History: The Clipse Release Their Debut LP ‘Lord Willin’ 16 Years Ago

The Thorton Brothers dropped their first full-length studio release on this date in 2002. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information 12 years ago, Terrence and Gene Thorton aka Pusha T and Malice put out Lord Willin’, The Clipse’s debut album that helped them solidify their spots within honorable mention of some of the best lyricists in […]
Today in Hip-Hop History: N.E.R.D Releases Debut Album, ‘In Search of…’ 17 Years Ago

It has been 17 years since the debut album from N.E.R.D.’s. The group consisting of super-producer group, The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) along with their hometown friend, Shay team up to give fans electric rap and roll. The Neptunes have produced some of Hip-Hop and R&B’s biggest hits. Those hits include over twenty-four […]
Pharrell Brings Back His Classic ’00s Trucker Hat With N.E.R.D x Billionaire Boys Club London Capsule

If you thought the Star Trak x BBC capsule that we saw last week was fire, wait until you see what BBC London just brought back from the early N.E.R.D days! Take a look at the video below real quick and you may peep it: Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement Yes, we’re talking about […]
9th Wonder – 15 Years Later and People Still Marveling

It’s been 15 years since the release of the debut album The Listening from the North Carolina trio Little Brother blessed the scene. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The record dropped to much critical acclaim and fanfare as a return to the style of Hip-Hop that Pete Rock, A Tribe Called Quest and De La […]
Justin Timberlake Releases New Single, “Say Something”

Today, (Jan. 26.) Justin Timberlake released the third single for his upcoming Man of The Woods album titled “Say Something”. True to frequent collaborator Danja’s words, Timberlake looks to be stepping in more of a country direction, with “Say Something” featuring more of the genre’s vibe. In fact, the track features Chris Stapelton, who is one of […]