Source: Al Pereira / Getty It seems there is more to learn about 2Pac and Notorious B.I.G.’s story. Busta Rhymes reveals that a popular Biggie Smalls verse was actually going at Pac. As spotted on Vibe, the Rap legend recently paid a visit to the All The Smoke podcast. While the “Touch It” MC discussed a variety of topics, ranging from his storied career to current events, it was a story he told about a studio session with B.I.G. that has since gone viral. Back in the mid-’90s Busta Rhymes was...
30 years ago today, Nas dropped his debut LP, ‘Illmatic.’ Released by Columbia Records in 94′ Nas recorded the album at Chung King Studios, D&D Recording, Battery Studios, and Unique Recording Studios in New York City. Produced by DJ Premier, Large Professor, Pete Rock, Q-Tip, L.E.S., and Nas himself, the bangers on the album will […] The post Today in Hip Hop History: Nas’ Iconic ‘Illmatic’ Album Turns 30 Years Old! first appeared on The Source.
The legendary New Yorker was a HOT 97 regular for more than 20 years.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mister Cee, one of hip-hop’s pioneering DJs and a New York City radio personality who played an instrumental role in the Notorious B.I.G.‘s debut album, has died. He was 57. The famed disk jockey’s death was confirmed Wednesday by Skip Dillard, the brand manager at 94.7 The Block NYC, where Cee had a show. The cause of death has not been announced. TUPAC AND BIGGIE: RAP'S GREATEST RIVALRY REMAINS TOP UNSOLVED MYSTERY "We’ve lost one of the most important figures in the...
Eric B. & Rakim are very happy with the 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees despite the fact they didn't personally make the cut. The pioneering hip hop duo was on the ballot for this year's induction, but came up short in the final…
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NEW YORK >> One of the country’s leading artist residency programs, MacDowell, has awarded a lifetime achievement prize to Yoko Ono. The groundbreaking artist, filmmaker and musician is this year’s recipient of the Edward MacDowell Medal, an honor previously given to Stephen Sondheim and Toni Morrison among others.
Olivia Davies received the Ah Chew Goo Award, given to the most valuable team player, at the Hawaii women’s basketball awards banquet Wednesday at the Japanese Cultural Center’s Generations Ballroom.
Two students from St. Vincent Parochial School were presented the Youth Guidance Award from the Elm Grove Eagles. Ayden Muldrew and Layla Wells, 8th graders at St. Vincent, were chosen due to their hard work, helpfulness, and concern for other students and staff. Their teacher, Alisa Thompson, was recognized for providing her students with guidance []
A very big Happy Birthday shout-out goes out to Hip-Hop legend and actor Redman. The Newark, NJ bred veteran turns a half-century today and is showing no signs of slowing down; his progress of constantly going strong is evident in the Hip Hop and film world. Redman has been able to bless his fans with […] The post Happy 54th Birthday To Hip Hop Legend Redman! first appeared on The Source.
Quite frankly, there are more elite vocalists than elite MCs, so narrowing it down is a much greater task.
Zumretay Arkin says China needs to be held accountable for rights violations against Uyghurs.