Category: Hip Hop

The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) has collaborated with 10-time GRAMMY nominee Victoria Monét to unveil the BMAC x Victoria Monét Music Maker Grant. The grant, set to be officially announced at BMAC’s GRAMMY Week Music Maker Dinner on Jan. 31, 2024, will provide $5,000 to support economic empowerment for an emerging Black artist. Additionally, […] The post BMAC and Victoria Monét Introduce Music Maker Grant to Empower Emerging Black Artists first appeared on The Source. The post BMAC and Victoria Monét Introduce Music Maker Grant to Empower Emerging Black Artists appeared first on The Source.

Benny The Butcher’s Def Jam debut album, Everybody Can’t Go, is on your streaming service of choice. The album is now getting rave reviews, one of which is from Bun B. Hitting Instagram, Bun saluted Benny, stating he set the bar for the year. “This the one to beat this year. So rap accordingly,” Bun […] The post Bun B Says Benny The Butcher’s Album is ‘The One to Beat This Year’ first appeared on The Source. The post Bun B Says Benny The Butcher’s Album is ‘The One to Beat This Year’ appeared first on The Source.

GRAMMY winner and leading nominee SZA is set to perform at the 2024 GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, Feb. 4. With an impressive nine nominations, SZA is the most nominated artist this year, driven by the success of her chart-topping 2022 album, “SOS.” Her nominations include Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of […] The post SZA Announced as 2024 GRAMMYs Performer first appeared on The Source. The post SZA Announced as 2024 GRAMMYs Performer appeared first on The Source.

Actress Keke Palmer, known for her memorable performances on both the big and small screens, is contemplating a shift in her career. Palmer revealed that she may be nearing the end of her time in Hollywood, signaling a potential departure from the industry that has been her home for most of her life. In a […] The post Keke Palmer Reflects on Hollywood Exit: ‘I Think The Timer Has Started’ first appeared on The Source. The post Keke Palmer Reflects on Hollywood Exit: ‘I Think The Timer Has Started’ appeared first on The Source.

Jon Stewart is returning to The Daily Show. According to Variety, Stewart will be the host on Monday nights through the 2024 election cycle. In addition, Stewart will serve as the producer for the series through 2025. He is set to return to hosting on Feb. 12, the day after the Super Bowl. “Jon Stewart […] The post Jon Stewart to Return as Host of ‘The Daily Show’ Through 2024 Election Cycle first appeared on The Source. The post Jon Stewart to Return as Host of ‘The Daily Show’ Through 2024 Election Cycle appeared first on The Source.

Megan Thee Stallion has released a new teaser clip for her forthcoming single, “Hiss,” where she puts the world on notice. “I just want to kick this shit off by saying fuck y’all,” Thee Stallion says in the club. “I ain’t gotta clear my name on a muthafuckin’ thing. Every time I get mentioned, one […] The post Megan Thee Stallion in “Hiss” Teaser: ‘Get This S*** Off My Chest and Lay It to Rest’ first appeared on The Source. The post Megan Thee Stallion in “Hiss” Teaser: ‘Get This S*** Off My Chest and Lay It to Rest’ appeared first on The Source.

On this date in 2000, neo-soul pioneer D’Angelo dropped his second full-length studio album, Voodoo, to follow up on the epic 1995 Brown Sugar LP. Recording sessions for the album took place from 1998 to 1999 at Electric Lady Studios in New York City, featuring an extensive line-up of musicians associated with the Soulquarians musical […] The post Today In Hip Hop History: D’Angelo Dropped His Sophomore Album ‘Voodoo’ 24 Years Ago first appeared on The Source. The post Today In Hip Hop History: D’Angelo Dropped His Sophomore Album ‘Voodoo’ 24 Years Ago appeared first on The Source.

On this date at the turn of the millennium, Ghostface Killah of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan released his second full-length album, Supreme Clientele. This album was the anticipated four-year follow-up to his critically acclaimed Iron Man debut. According to critics, this album has been ranked as Ghost’s best. RZA oversaw the album’s production, including tracks […] The post Today in Hip Hop History: Wu-Tang Clan’s Ghostface Killah Released His ‘Supreme Clientele’ LP 24 Years Ago first appeared on The Source. The post Today in Hip Hop History: Wu-Tang Clan’s Ghostface Killah Released His ‘Supreme Clientele’ LP 24 Years Ago appeared first on The Source.

A clip of Young Thug and his girlfriend, Mariah the Scientist, from a jail phone call has leaked online. In response to the leak, Drake questioned it as “some form of jail misconduct” in DJ Akademiks’ IG comments before hitting his page and calling out Judge Ural Glanville. “This gotta be some form of jail […] The post Drake Calls Out YSL RICO Presiding Judge After Young Thug’s Jail Call Leaks first appeared on The Source. The post Drake Calls Out YSL RICO Presiding Judge After Young Thug’s Jail Call Leaks appeared first on The Source.

Kodak Black will remain behind bars for at least another month. According to AllHipHop, documents reveal the rapper’s case needs more time for review by Judge Jose E. Martinez. Martinez is reviewing whether Kodak Black’s supervised release should be revoked. The next hearing for the case will be Feb. 21. Earlier this week, Black’s attorney, […] The post Kodak Black to Remain in Jail Four More Weeks As Judge Reviews His Case first appeared on The Source. The post Kodak Black to Remain in Jail Four More Weeks As Judge Reviews His Case appeared first on The Source.

Reebok, the renowned sports culture brand, has introduced its latest lifestyle collection, “Create What Makes You.” This capsule breathes new life into the iconic branding of the ’80s and ’90s, merging nostalgic inspiration with innovative design. The collection showcases a distinctive feature – the tongue label on each shoe seamlessly combines one-half of Reebok’s star […] The post Reebok Unveils ‘Create What Makes You’ Lifestyle Collection Marrying ’80s and ’90s Nostalgia first appeared on The Source. The post Reebok Unveils ‘Create What Makes You’ Lifestyle Collection Marrying ’80s and ’90s Nostalgia appeared first on The Source.

Justin Timberlake has unleashed his latest pop-infused single, “Selfish,” accompanied by a visually captivating music video, released via RCA Records. This new offering, the first taste of solo music from Timberlake since his 2018 Man of the Woods album, features infectious melodies and Timberlake’s signature soulful vocals. Crafted by a talented team including Timberlake, Louis […] The post Justin Timberlake Drops New Single and Video “Selfish,” Announces Album for March 15 first appeared on The Source. The post Justin Timberlake Drops New Single and Video “Selfish,” Announces Album for March 15 appeared first on The Source.