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Russell Westbrook’s Message In His Mountain Dew’s NBA All-Star Weekend Commercial

Russell Westbrook was featured in Mountain Dew’s latest commercial with the NBA for the All-Star experience. The message is about doing what you want regardless of what they say ‘don’t do’-hence the title, Don’t Do They. “They say you shouldn’t play a certain way, dress a certain way and act a certain way. They say […]

WAR ON PRESS IS THE START

There is no actual playbook designed for democratically elected officials who have designs on more authority, power and control, but you can be assured that restricting the power and word of their country’s respective press was first on the list. Remember, historically many of the most well known dictators came to power initially through legitimate […]

Janelle Monae Surprises Raye Montague On Good Morning America

Yesterday (Feb.20), Janelle Monae helped honor Raye Montague, the first woman to become a program manager in Navy history. She also was the first woman to design a ship using a computer. The 82-year-old was honored as a hidden figure for her work in the Navy on Good Morning America. She graduated with a degree in […]

Source News Flash: The Weeknd | Chance The Rapper | Soulja Boy | Supreme | NBA

Today in Source News Flash: The Weeknd reveals the dates and opening acts for his ‘Starboy Legends of The Fall’ tour. The concerts will kick off on April 25 in Vancouver, BC. Rae Sremmurd, 6lack and Belly will join the Starboy tour. Last night on Instagram, Chance The Rapper shared a video of himself dancing […]

Alex Trebek Dropped Kanye West, Drake, and Desiigner Bars on ‘Jeopardy!’

Alex Trebek played a little Hip-Hop Karaoke on last night’s ‘Jeopardy!’

The United States of BBQ: The Best Barbecue From Each of the 50 States

From Texas brisket to North Carolina pulled pork, two bbq scholars pick the best bbq from each of the 50 states.

How VH1’s ‘The Breaks’ Keeps ’90s Hip-Hop All the Way Real

VH1’s newest scripted show ‘The Breaks’ tells us the story behind the turntables.

J.Lo Talks Drake, Dating Younger Men on ‘Ellen’: ‘It Has Nothing to Do With Age’

Jennifer Lopez sat down with Ellen DeGeneres to talk about her chances of performing at the next Super Bowl, her Las Vegas residency, and Drake.

J. Cole Announces 4 Your Eyez Only World Tour

J. Cole is hitting the road for the 4 Your Eyez Only Tour.

Watch Katy Perry’s Theme Park-Inspired Video for “Chained to the Rhythm” Feat. Skip Marley

Katy Perry shares the Mathew Cullen-directed video for her new single “Chained to the Rhythm.”

21 Savage Announces Issa Tour With Young M.A., Tee Grizzley, and Young Nudy

21 Savage is hitting the road with Young M.A. and more artists this spring. Peep the full schedule.

On The Rise: Take A Listen To Vars City & Their New Single “All Mine”

With over 35 thousand streams on their newest single “All Mine”, Vars City has caught the eye of listeners everywhere. Made up of three longtime friends, each member delivers a principal sound to form the unique rhythmic sway. Having opened for both PnB Rock and A Boogie, the trio is only growing rapidly as they’ve […]

Mir Fontane Releases His Newest Visual For “Down By The River”

Camden, New Jersey native Mir Fontane drops a powerful new video for his hit single “Down By The River“. The 300 Ent. signee tells a story as he recalls a violent tale from his youth. The video was directed by Anthony Mormile, and the track was produced by Kenif Muse. “Down By The River” has […]

On The Rise: Amber London Shines On “Impress Me”

Up and coming Houston-based artist Amber London continues to impress audiences with her newest record “Impress Me“. The track was released this past month and contains production from PurpDogg. Stream “Impress Me” here:

Kronic: The Australian Producer / DJ taking America by storm

Australian DJ / Producer / Party Starter Kronic is currently taking America and much of the world by storm. With his track ‘Push’ with Savage and the Far East Movement in the new Fast & Furious 8 movie and being featured during the halftime broadcast in this year’s Super Bowl, 2017 promises to be yet […]

Prowla: One of Australia’s First Great Emcee / Producers

Few people in Hip Hop in Australia command such respect off name alone as emcee / producer Prowla. His name represents quality over everything else and is a testament to itself that he is still being talked about until today. Not only one of Australia’s first great solo emcees out of Melbourne, Prowla has over […]

New Visuals: ‘Super Trapper’ Future

‘Super Trapper’ is the second visual debut from Future’s self-titled LP. The video features hella models, hella money, and a pretty fire shark tank tucked inside a lavish mansion. In the video Future describes the luxuries “supper trapping” has awarded him and sentiments of never going broke. Off the heels of a world tour with […]

The Weeknd Reveals Dates and Opening Acts for Legend of the Fall World Tour

The Weeknd has announced and shared dates and openers for his upcoming Legend of the Fall World Tour.

Guy Grades His Ex-Girlfriend’s Apology Letter and Sends It Back to Her

This dude has his petty levels on a hundred, thousand trillion.

Guy Grades His Ex-Girlfriend’s Apology Letter and Sends It Back to Her

This dude has his petty levels on a hundred, thousand trillion.

Emma Watson Shows Off Her Singing Chops in the Latest ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Teaser

Emma Watson sings “Belle” in the latest teaser from ‘Beauty and the Beast.’

[New Video] TracksByRoc Hops Out the “New Wraith” in New Visual

Artist/Producer/Engineer TracksByRoc is what you would call an enigma. He is so versatile and highly talented that he cannot be stopped in his destination of being a household name. This rising star is the frontman of High Vibrations Inc. and VSO. “Vibrations come from the word Vibe which is a collective amount of energy that […]

Chance the Rapper Shares a Preview of His Future-Assisted Track “My Peak”

Chance the Rapper shares a snippet of his new song “My Peak,” featuring Future.

Kings GM Vlade Divac Admits He Had a Better Deal for DeMarcus Cousins Two Days Ago

Kings general manager Vlade Divac reveals that he royally screwed the organization by not taking a previous DeMarcus Cousins deal.

“Not My President’s Day” Protests Erupt Across The Country

“Not My President’s Day” protests erupt in major cities across the country.

Remy Ma Weighs In On Bobby Shmurda’s Affiliate 117 Year Sentence

Last month Bobby Shmurda’s friend, Broderick Santino, got slapped with a 117 year prison sentence after refusing a plea deal that would’ve reduced his sentence to 15 years. Remy Ma told The Fader that she doesn’t know how that could happen: That doesn’t make sense. If I commit a crime that warrants 15 years and you’re willing to give me 15 […]

[New Music] BankRoll Britt x Top 5 – “Bankroll Britt”

Araya Suballie aka BankRoll Britt, she’s 16 years old and was born and raised in the “6ix,” (Toronto, Canada). She was pretty much your average good teenage kid up until about the age of 12, when something changed in her. She became reckless, wild and carefree. One thing lead to another and soon she began […]

‘The Breaks’ Co-Creator Dan Charnas Reveals the Meanings of Episode Titles

We’ve got the exclusive on the stories behind the episode titles of ‘The Breaks.’

Watch Cagney’s New Visual For “Barracuda”

Cagney emerges with an undeniable potential to secure his place in an R&B and Hip-Hop cross-genre that continues to maintain its spot at the top of the airwaves and charts. Hailing from the Chicagoland area, the Illinois songwriter balances seductive R&B melodies with potent rap lyrics to tell his ever-growing story. Check out the visual […]

Birthday x @IamWiseVega Feat. @ComptonRo2co & Charlii Hustle [SINGLE STREAM]

It’s Frederick Douglass’ b-day today, plus a few presidents, so this seemed more than apprpos. According to the team over at Yac House: Yac House Hit maker Wise Vega teams up with Label mate Compton Ro2co for the hot ‘Birthday’ anthem where that also features Charlii Hustle. This record has that nice sunny L.A./Miami Palm […]

Kings Reportedly Traded for Buddy Hield Because Owner Thinks He’s the Next Steph Curry

The Kings reportedly dealt DeMarcus Cousins to the Pelicans because they think Buddy Hield has Stephen Curry potential.

Watch North Carolina Native TiZ’s New Visual For “Laced”

North Carolina artist TiZ drops off his latest video “Laced” from his upcoming project Leap Of Faith. The visuals follow TiZ on an everyday stroll with model Katt Willis in Harlem creating the tone for the nostalgic, laid-back flow that “Laced” provides.

Sylvan LaCue Strives for Soothing Simplicity in “Best Me” Video

The Miami native returns with new visuals before joining Saba on tour.

Trump Picks Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster as New National Security Adviser

Donald Trump picked Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster as his new national security adviser.

Sullee J & Don Streat are joined by Mastermind Da Genius In The politically charged videos for “Slangin’ Knowledge”

Following the death of Freddie Gray at the hands of police, the city of Baltimore, MD has seen a lot of civil unrest with riots and protests that caught national attention. Baltimore’s native son Sullee J is joined by his comrade Don Streat, collectively known as Donnie Justice, for their new visual to “Slangin’ Knowledge” […]

Migos Make Their ‘Ellen’ Debut With Energetic “Bad and Boujee” Performance

Migos took the stage for a special performace of ‘Bad and Boujee” on ‘Ellen.’

On The Rise: Watch Hoodrich Pablo Juan In His Latest Visual For “Never Goin Back”

Hoodrich Pablo Juan is back with his latest video for “Never Goin Back“. The track was directed by Raw Films, and the record was produced by Spiffy Global, Nard, & B Master Sensei. Check out the official video for “Never Goin Back” here:

Angelina Jolie Finally Opens Up About ‘Difficult’ Split From Brad Pitt

Angelina Jolie called her split from Bard Pitt “a very difficult time.”

Watch The NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 360

Cath all the dunks from the 2017 NBA Slam Dunk contest in VR in one place thanks to go90

UFC Fighter Asks for Ronda Rousey’s ‘Fine Ass’ After Knocking Out Her Boyfriend

Derrick Lewis calls for Ronda Rousey’s “fine ass” after knocking out her boyfriend Travis Browne at UFC Fight Night 105.

On The Rise: Check Out Prez Luciano & His Video For “What Would You Do?”

Prez Luciano is an independent artist out of North Carolina. The young MC has a clear, crisp flow, and delivers a message on every track he puts his stamp on. Here, he tells a dramatic new story in his video for “What Would You Do?”. His previous videos on YouTube have racked up thousands of […]

Calvin Harris Teases Song With Frank Ocean & Offset

Calvin Harris is working with the “greatest artist of our generation” on his fifth studio album. Last month Harris previewed a song with Frank Ocean on Snapchat. He teased the same song again this weekend on Snapchat with a 10 second snippet of a verse from Offset There’s no word on when this lit collaboration will be released but we […]

Lana Del Rey’s New “Love” Video Is a Cosmic Journey Through Space and Time

Watch the video for Lana Del Rey’s new single “Love.”

#LifeAtComplex: A Closer Look at ASAP Bari’s VLONE x NikeLab Air Force 1s

Tony offers a closer look at ASAP Bari’s dope and limited VLONE x NikeLab Air Force 1s.

Anthony Davis Won MVP At The 66th NBA All Star Game In A Record Shattering Performance

In a amazing weekend in “The Big Easy”, an hometown squad hooper was able to put the icing on the cake with a record setting performance. In what was the game’s highest scoring display in NBA All Star Game history, the West defeated the East 192-182. There were some amazing athleticism that were on display […]

The KKK Imperial Wizard’s Wife And Stepson Charged With Murder

Authorities have recently arrested and charged the self-proclaimed KKK Imperial Wizard Frank Ancona‘s wife and stepson for his murder. It has been reported that Malissa Ancona, 44, and her son Paul Edward Jinkerson Jr., are responsible for leaving Ancona on a river bank with a shot gun wound to his head. After these developments were […]

Basketball, Bourbon Street, and Ghostface Killah: Spending a Crazy NBA All-Star Weekend in New Orleans

Find out what it was like to have insider access to all the awesome parties and events that took place over NBA All-Star Weekend in New Orleans.

It Sounds Like Calvin Harris Has a Collaboration With Frank Ocean and Offset

Calvin Harris teased a new song that sounds like it features both Frank Ocean and Migos’ Offset.

All Star Center DeMarcus Cousins Is Staying In New Orleans Thanks To Blockbuster Trade

Moments after the 66th NBA All Star Game, DeMarcus Cousins was ready to finish the season out with a big bang with his Sacramento Kings. Now it’s looking like “Boogie” is staying put in the “Big Easy”. With just 3 days from the NBA Trade Deadline, the Pelicans made a major move that may help […]

On The Rise: Jonny Vulgar Newest EP Titled “Vulgar Season Vol. 1”

Jonny Vulgar is an emerging artist from Long Island, who originally gained attention as 1/2 of the rap group BFAM ( Brotha From Another Motha). Now pushing his solo career, he’s focused putting L.I back on the map and carrying on the tradition of great Puerto Rican rappers. With versatile flows/styles Vulgar delivers the brutal […]

How Blue Ivy Stole the Show at the NBA All-Star Game

Here’s how Blue Ivy stole the show at the NBA All-Star game.

Source News Flash: Kendrick Lamar | Donald Glover | Air Jordan | Virgil Abloh | NBA

Today in Source News Flash: Kendrick Lamar and Schoolboy Q have both received platinum certifications for “Alright” and “studio,” respectively. Lil Wayne reunited with the Hot Boys during LeBron James’ NBA All-Star Weekend party. Donald Glover has been cast to play Simbain Disney’s live action remake of The Lion King. Off-White’s Virgil Abloh designed  T-shirt […]

Is This the Moment DeMarcus Cousins Found Out He Was Traded to the Pelicans?

Video appears to show the super awkward moment DeMarcus Cousins found out he was traded to the Pelicans.

Watch Future Stunt With Money Bands and Supermodels in “Super Trapper” Video

Future delivers the first visual off his self-titled album in “Super Trapper.”

This #StrandedBae Story About Love and Infidelity Is the Craziest Thing You’ll Read Today

How a perfect Valentine’s Day weekend ended with missed calls, someone being stranded at the airport, and Snapchat trifling.

Future Continues to Make Things Awkward AF With Larsa and Scottie Pippen

Future shared a message on Larsa Pippen’s Instagram that her husband Scottie will not be happy about.

Chris Broussard Dishes on Potential Carmelo Anthony Trades and His New Podcast

Chris Broussard talks leaving ESPN for Fox Sports 1, this year’s NBA trade rumors, sources, and much more.

Trump Faces Off With 6 U.S. Presidents in Pop Culture

See how Trump measures up to U.S. Presidents from ‘House of Cards’ to ’24.’

Taylor Handley Reflects On His “Psycho” ‘O.C.’ Role & His New Cop Show, ‘APB’

The O.C.’s Oliver Trask is all grown up, from psycho to beat cop on FOX’s new procedural.

PLAUSIBLE DENIAL

I am not the smartest guy in the world, but one thing I learned long ago is that someone cannot tell on you if no one knows your business I do not believe in confession, but the last time I told on myself was when I was 100% sure the Statute of Limitations had expired. […]

World B. Free- “Gang” (prod. by Swagg) [SINGLE STREAM]

World B. Free is back with a new banger. This time, the Syracuse emcee i dropping off “Gang,” a tune about who’s “gang gang” and who’s not. Produced by Swagg, Free’s got a real quality joint on his hands. The track will appear on Free’s upcoming project, World Gang: Presented by The Black Empire.   […]

Kings Reportedly Trade DeMarcus Cousins to Pelicans

The Kings have reportedly traded DeMarcus Cousins to the Pelicans.

J. Cole Signs Atlanta Rapper J.I.D to Dreamville

J. Cole’s Dreamville team has expanded with the signing of Atlanta rapper J.I.D.

Anthony Davis Sets New NBA All-Star Game Scoring Record and Wins MVP Award

Anthony Davis scored 52 points during the 2017 NBA All-Star Game to set a new All-Star Game scoring record.

Soulja Boy Says Chris Brown Is Too Scared to Sign Boxing Match Contract

Soulja Boy claims Chris Brown hasn’t signed the boxing match contract because he’s too afraid to fight.

Vin Diesel and Selena Gomez Are on Kygo’s New Track “It Ain’t Me”

Producer Kygo enlisted Vin Diesel to sing on a new rendition of Selena Gomez’s “It Ain’t Me” track.

Friends Again? How Everyone Reacted to Kevin Durant Throwing Russell Westbrook an Alley-Oop

Are Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook friends again? Twitter thinks so after seeing KD throw Russ an alley-oop in the All-Star Game.

Former Engineer Shares a Detailed Account of Alleged Sexual Harassment at Uber

Susan Fowler shares a “horrifying story” that explains why she quit her job as an engineer at Uber.

Here Are the Best Plays From the 2017 NBA All-Star Game

Here’s what happened when the best players in the NBA gathered in New Orleans to play against one another.

A Masterful Take on the Nike Air Max 1

Nike made a What The-style Air Max 1 to release on Air Max Day.

Chelsea Clinton Attends ‘I Am Muslim Too’ Rally in Times Square

Chelsea Clinton joined thousands of demonstrators at the ‘I Am Muslim Too’ rally in NYC.

Photos Have Surfaced From the Crime Scene of Kim Kardashian’s Paris Robbery

The photos show what happened to Kim Kardashian on the night of the armed robbery in Paris.

Announcer at All-Star Saturday Awkwardly Introduced Kevin Durant as ‘OKC’s Own’

Things got awkward fast after the announcer for All-Star Saturday called Kevin Durant “OKC’s own.”

Every Nike LeBron 14 That LeBron James Has Worn This Season

A look at every colorway of the Nike LeBron 14 LeBron James has worn this season.

An Artist Remade One of the Rarest Air Jordans in Crystals

What an insanely rare Air Jordan 1 looks like made with crystals.

Some of Hip-Hop’s Biggest Artists Made Appearances at NBA All-Star Weekend

From LeBron’s Hot Boys reunion to Jay Z and Jay Electronica linking up, NBA All-Star weekend brought out some of your favorite MCs.

Ex-teacher Admits to Sleepover With Student, Playing Strip Basketball With Others

A former teacher admited to making students to play “Strip 21,” which involved students removing an item of clothing for every shot they missed.

XXXTENTACION Calls Out Drake: “Drake a p*ssy n*gga. Money don’t buy you respect”

Florida rapper XXXTENTACION shares his thoughts on the Drake situation.

Man Hid Ex-Girlfriend’s Corpse in Cupboard for Over a Year, Still Invited Friends Over

The man will undergo a psychiatric evaluation after he pleaded guilty to stowing the corpse of his former girlfriend in an airing cupboard for 15 months.

Listen to Lana Del Rey’s New Song “Love”

Lana Del Rey shares the first single from her next album.