Okay, so finally, more than thirty years after it was published, I got around to reading Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson, the first book in an epic trilogy about the first attempt to colonize Mars. I've really loved several of his books, particularly Aurora, from 2015 but Red Mars is the one that put KSR on the map. — Read the rest
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.
On this day in 1990, “The Verbalizer” Brother J, Professor X “The Overseer”, Paradise “The Architect” and DJ Sugar Shaft “The Rhythm Provider” collectively known as X-Clan, released their debut LP To The East, Blackwards on 4th And B’Way/Island Records. Produced by the entire crew that was put together by Paradise, who at the time […] The post Today In Hip Hop History: X-Clan Dropped Their Debut Album ‘To The East, Blackwards’ 34 Years Ago first appeared on The Source.
Juvenile Hell was the first album by duo Mobb Deep that paved the path for many other East Coast rappers of their genre, which only a few know preceded their most revered LP, The Infamous. Dubbed as one of the most acclaimed East Coast rap duos of all time, MCs Havoc and Prodigy came together […] The post Today In Hip Hop History: Mobb Deep Dropped Their Debut Album ‘Juvenile Hell’ 31 Years Ago first appeared on The Source.
An iconic 90s dance act is reportedly set to perform a number of massive shows to celebrate 30 years since their formation.
DONNA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Donna man was sentenced to 30 years in prison Wednesday for sexually abusing an 11-year-old child, authorities announced. Anthony Calderon, 21, was sentenced to 30 years after pleading guilty to charges of continuous sexual abuse of a child, indecency with a child and prohibited sexual conduct, according to a news []
GM kept the earnings momentum going with strong first quarter results, resulting in the automaker upping its full-year guidance. GM also still sees "positive variable profit" in its EV business in the back half of 2024 as well.
William Woods, 55, was pronounced 'factually innocent' Thursday. He spent two years in custody, including five months in a mental hospital, after alleging that his identity had been stolen. Former coworker Matthew Keirans assumed the man's identity more than 30 years ago, even giving his son Woods' last name
Littler had been hoping for a third-straight win in the competition - and would have been the first person to have achieved the feat had he done so - but missed out in the final, losing 6-3 to his rival.
MANCHESTER, UK (VIP-NEWS) — As the global world music community anticipates the milestone 30th-anniversary edition of WOMEX, the Music Expo, excitement mounts with the announcement of a special offer and the selection of Manchester, UK, as the host city for this prestigious event. Scheduled to take place from October 23 to 27, 2024 in Manchester,
For decades, corporations have used taxpayer-funded fellowship opportunities to help them secure billion-dollar defense contracts.
Tim Pitt drives the Kia Ceed: an easygoing family hatchback that majors on value for money. But should you pick one up for the school run?