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The Source Magazine Remembers Hip Hop Legend Biz Markie Five Years Later
Five years ago today, Hip Hop lost one of its most beloved personalities when Marcel Theo Hall, better known to the world as Biz Markie, passed away at the age… The post The Source Magazine Remembers Hip Hop Legend Biz Markie Five Years Later appeared first on .
‘Michael’ Hits $1 Billion, Vocal Coach Stephanie Spruill Receives Recognition For Her Role In Shaping The Sound Of The Late Legend
While audiences around the world have been captivated by Michael, the blockbuster biopic chronicling the life of the King of Pop, one of the film’s most important contributors has been working… The post ‘Michael’ Hits $1 Billion, Vocal Coach Stephanie Spruill Receives Recognition For Her Role In Shaping The Sound Of The Late Legend appeared first on .
SOURCE SPORTS: American League Blanks National League In Historic 96th MLB All-Star Game At Citizens Bank Park
If Major League Baseball wanted the 96th All-Star Game to feel like a celebration of the game’s history and its future, Citizens Bank Park delivered. Coming less than 24 hours… The post SOURCE SPORTS: American League Blanks National League In Historic 96th MLB All-Star Game At Citizens Bank Park appeared first on .
Today In Hip Hop History: Missy Elliott Released Her Debut LP ‘Supa Dupa Fly’ 29 Years Ago
On this day in Hip Hop history, the world was formally introduced to one of the genre’s most trailblazing voices as Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott dropped her debut album Supa Dupa… The post Today In Hip Hop History: Missy Elliott Released Her Debut LP ‘Supa Dupa Fly’ 29 Years Ago appeared first on .
The Source Magazine Remembers Heavy D & The Boyz’s Trouble T-Roy 36 Years Later
Some figures in Hip Hop never had the opportunity to release a solo album or grab the microphone as the lead emcee, yet their impact on the culture remains immeasurable.… The post The Source Magazine Remembers Heavy D & The Boyz’s Trouble T-Roy 36 Years Later appeared first on .
Today In Hip Hop History: ‘Hustle & Flow’ Soundtrack Was Released 21 Years Ago
21 years ago today, Grand Hustle Records released the soundtrack to Hustle & Flow, the critically acclaimed film that not only captured the grind of an aspiring Memphis rapper but also… The post Today In Hip Hop History: ‘Hustle & Flow’ Soundtrack Was Released 21 Years Ago appeared first on .
LiveDura Wants To Give Music A Home Again In The Subscription Era
The music industry has never lacked platforms. What it has lost is a home. For generations, record stores served as more than places to purchase albums. They were cultural meeting… The post LiveDura Wants To Give Music A Home Again In The Subscription Era appeared first on .
SOURCE SPORTS: Jordan Walker Silences Philly, Captures First Home Run Derby Crown In Cardinals History
Jordan Walker arrived at Citizens Bank Park as one of baseball’s brightest young sluggers. He left as the first St. Louis Cardinal ever to win the T-Mobile Home Run Derby.… The post SOURCE SPORTS: Jordan Walker Silences Philly, Captures First Home Run Derby Crown In Cardinals History appeared first on .
Today In Hip Hop History: Too $hort Released His Fourth LP ‘Shorty The Pimp’ 34 Years Ago
On this day in Hip-Hop history, Oakland legend Too $hort dropped his fourth studio album, Shorty The Pimp, via Jive Records in 1992. The album, inspired by the 1973 blaxploitation… The post Today In Hip Hop History: Too $hort Released His Fourth LP ‘Shorty The Pimp’ 34 Years Ago appeared first on .
Betty Ding Will Soon Bring New Life to “Jasmine”: Bridging Chinese Philosophy and Contemporary R&B
To many people, one of China’s most famous folk songs is “Jasmine Flower” or “Molihua”. Its melody has been carried through generations of music history in relation to beauty, elegance,… The post Betty Ding Will Soon Bring New Life to “Jasmine”: Bridging Chinese Philosophy and Contemporary R&B appeared first on .
Today in Hip-Hop History: Geto Boys Dropped Their Third LP ‘We Can’t Be Stopped’ 35 Years Ago
On this date in Hip Hop history, Houston’s iconic trio the Geto Boys released their most defining project, We Can’t Be Stopped, through J. Prince’s Rap-A-Lot Records. The album cover,… The post Today in Hip-Hop History: Geto Boys Dropped Their Third LP ‘We Can’t Be Stopped’ 35 Years Ago appeared first on .
Today In Hip Hop History: Intelligent Hoodlum Dropped His Self Titled Debut Album 36 Years Ago
Long before he became known simply as Tragedy Khadafi, Queensbridge lyricist Percy Chapman made one of the most powerful introductions of the Golden Era with his debut album, Intelligent Hoodlum. Released… The post Today In Hip Hop History: Intelligent Hoodlum Dropped His Self Titled Debut Album 36 Years Ago appeared first on .
SOURCE SPORTS EXCLUSIVE: Jacoby Radcliffe Headlines American League Victory At 4th Annual HBCU Swingman Classic
Every year, the HBCU Swingman Classic grows a little bigger. In its fourth installment, Ken Griffey Jr.’s vision felt even more complete. With Major League Baseball’s All-Star Week officially underway,… The post SOURCE SPORTS EXCLUSIVE: Jacoby Radcliffe Headlines American League Victory At 4th Annual HBCU Swingman Classic appeared first on .