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DJ Premier Featuring Lil Wayne, Rick Ross And Big Sean “Ya Don’t Stop”

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Dating back to the end of 2023, DJ Premier has been on a prolific run, releasing singles with Common, Russ, Snoop Dogg, Chance The Rapper and Nas.  When Premier and Nas released “Define My Name,” in April, they also revealed that their long-awaited and landmark collaborative album would be released later this year.

Now, DJ Premier has brought more legends and icons together, or as Rick Ross asserts “It’s the biggest in the game”, as Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, and Big Sean join him on “Ya Don’t Stop.” Premier’s cyclone of strings sets the stage for Ross, Sean and Wayne’s distinctive styles and vivid storytelling from three of the genre’s most influential artists. 

“I’ve been on a run, and releasing singles more consistently.  I had an idea and wanted to initially get Wayne and Ross on the same track” DJ Premier recalled.  “I reached out to Rozay first and he sent me back vocals the same day.  I sent two tracks to Wayne to choose from and he sent both back the same night and told me to keep them both.  Big Sean called me to do a scratch hook for him.  In return, he hopped on as well.  Cipher complete!”

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420K People Attempted To Buy Tix For The Weeknd Brazil Show At One Time

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The Weeknd’s one time show in Sao Paulo shut down Ticketmaster Brazil today because 420,000 people were trying to buy tickets.

Diamond-certified global superstar The Weeknd today announced an exclusive one night only stadium show in São Paulo, Brazil on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Estádio MorumBIS, debuting never-before-seen production. 

The performance, produced by Live Nation, follows The Weeknd’s record-breaking 2022/2023 After Hours Til Dawn Tour which saw incredible success across North America, Europe, the UK and Latin America with over 60 sold-out stadium dates with over 3 million attendees. The tour also included two stadium dates in São Paulo at Allianz Parque last October.

United Nations World Food Programme Goodwill Ambassador Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye will again partner with the U.N. World Food Programme to contribute funds from the São Paulo show to the XO Humanitarian Fund, which supports the organization’s response to the unprecedented global hunger crisis. $1 local equivalent from each ticket sold will go to this important cause.

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Alicia Keys Earns First Diamond Single With “Empire State of Mind” Featuring Jay-Z

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According to the RIAA, Songstress Alicia Keys is now a certified diamond artist, thanks to her classic NYC anthem with Jay-Z “Empire State Of Mind”.

As of yesterday(July 24), Keys earned the certification along with Jay-Z, whioc has sold over 10 million units since its 2009 release.

Keys tweeted, “Empire is diamond!!!!!!!!,” as Roc Nation made the formal announcement.

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This marks Keys’ first Diamond single and Hov’s third. His first came in 2023 with his Kanye West collab, “N***as In Paris” from their 2011 joint album, Watch The Throne. His second came back in May when Rihanna’s “Umbrella” achieved the feat.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: 2 Live Crew Dropped Their Debut Album ‘2 Live Crew Is What We Are’ 38 Years Ago

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On this date in 1986, 305-based Hip Hop trio 2 Live Crew released their debut album 2 Live Crew Is What We Are on their independent imprint Luke Skyywalker Records.

This album serves as the main precursor to the legendary Miami bass sound as well as predicates almost all other modern, R-rated and X-rated Hip Hop music. Featuring lead MC Luther Campbell aka Luke Skyywalker, Brother Marquis and the late Fresh Kid Ice, the debut album from the nastiest group in the game had titles that made radio DJs cringe such as “Throw That D**k”, We Want Some P***y”, which both became popular anthems of Miami Hip Hop.

Salute to the iconic 2 Live Crew for their unprecedented contribution to Hip Hop music on this album and all those that followed. RIP to Chris Wong Won aka Fresh Kid Ice, who passed away earlier this month at age 53. The Crew is forever etched in their place in Hip-Hop history!

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Today In Hip Hop History: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Released ‘East 1999 Eternal’ 29 Years Ago

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Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, released their 2nd LP “East 1999 Eternal July 25, 1995, on Ruthless Records

Four months after the death of rapper/executive producer Eazy-E, Oleveland rap quartet Bone Thugs-N-Harmony released their 2nd studio album East 1999 Eternal. Today marks 20 years since the release of the HipHop classic. With songs like “Tha Crossroads” and “First of The Month”, the album became the group’s best-selling album, with over five million copies sold in the United States and ten million worldwide.

The melodic LP samples songs like “Make Me Say It Again Girl” by The Isley Brothers on “Tha Crossroads”; “Reasons” by Earth, Wind & Fire on “Budsmokers Only”; “I’d Rather Be With You” by Bootsy’s Rubber Band on “Mo Murda” and “I Will Follow Him” by Little Peggy March on “Me Killa”, making it an instant cult classic.

“Tha Crossroads”, dedicated to Easy E, is Bone’s Grammy Award–winning song, as well as one of the group’s most popular and biggest selling single to date; check it out above.

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Today In Hip Hop History: Cormega Dropped His Classic Debut Album ‘The Realness’ 23 Years Ago

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One of the most intriguing and insightful full-length albums to drop during a time when mixtapes were at their apex was Queensbridge legend Cormega’s first studio LP, aptly titled The Realness, released in 2001 on the indie LandSpeed imprint.

With an array of multi-faceted producers such as Queensbridge cohort Havoc of Mobb Deep, DJ J-Love, Sha Money XL, The Alchemist, and even Mega himself, this was the introduction to the life of the street legend that the Hip Hop world first heard about on Nas’ “One Love.” This album also followed Mega’s release from The Firm after only one chance to shine, which was on the epic “Affirmative Action” single alongside Foxy Brown, Nas, and AZ. So The Realness served as a redemption of sorts after being dropped from Def Jam, showing not only that the label made a mistake dropping a stellar artist but also that it missed out on the unveiling of one of the best albums of 2001.

The 15-track hidden gem, ironically one of the most slept-on albums of 2001, contains a slew of classic yet under-the-radar tracks that resonated with core fans of Queensbridge crime rhyme and beyond. Songs like “They Forced My Hand” featuring original Juice Crew member Tragedy Khadafi aka Intelligent Hoodlum, “Thun & Kicko” with the late Prodigy of Mobb Deep, his “5 For 40” a cappella, the classic “R U My Nigga”, his ode to Hip Hop “American Beauty,” “Killaz Theme”, a hidden track featuring Prodigy and Havoc and an entire vibe of “Realness” that could only be given to the people through Cormega’s unique perspective.

Salute to Mega for dropping this important piece of Hip Hop history!

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Keefe D Allegedly Went Undercover To Prove Diddy Was Part of Tupac Murder

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New court documents have revealed that reputed Crip Gang member Duane “Keefe D” Davis allegedly went undercover as an informant for the police after being arrested for “trafficking a large amount of drugs.” He reportedly claimed that DIddy offered him $1 million to murder the late Tupac Shakur, which was allegedly paid to Eric “Zip” Martin. 

Prosecutors claim that Davis flew out to NYC to discuss the demise of the late rapper/actor and claims he met with Zip as an undercover operative.

“Mr. Martin [Zip] greeted Defendant excitedly and they had a social conversation,” the court papers claim. “Mr. Martin indicated he was out of the business but directed him to conduct his drug activities with the nephew. Thereafter, Defendant and Mr. Martin socialized in Mr. Martin’s restaurant for several hours.”

Keefe’s next court appearance is scheduled for today, Tuesday, July 23. TheSource.com will update this story when more details are available.

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Sony Awal Celebrates Signing Miami’s Sukihana With “Suki Suki” Single

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Rising star Sukihana, the Miami-based rapper, actress, and influencer releases her newest single, “Suki Suki”. This vibrant, high-energy track marks Sukihana’s first release since signing her label record deal with Sony Awal. “Suki Suki” is now available on all streaming platforms. Check it out here.

“Suki Suki” samples the iconic 1971 R&B hit “Groove Me” by King Floyd, bringing a fresh twist to a classic sound. The track opens with Sukihana’s bold chant, “It’s Suki, nookie sweet like cookie. Vet in the game you ain’t dealing with no rookie,” setting the tone for an addictive, two-minute musical experience. This single offers a tantalizing preview of her forthcoming project due later this fall.

Much more than a pretty face, Sukihana is the perfect combination of igniting talent, style, and grace. This Wilmington, Delaware-born and Atlanta, Georgia-bred artist is Hip Hop’s fastest rising star. From penning her first rap at just six years old to taking social media by storm, Sukihana’s journey is one of unapologetic ambition and raw talent.

Sukihana isn’t new to the music game. She’s worked with some of the best in the industry, including collaborations on tracks like “Sukihana” with Juicy J, “Thot Thoughts” with Muni Long, and her most recent hit “Throwing Stacks” with Ray J. With these successful releases under her belt, Sukihana is looking forward to claiming her spot this summer.

With 2.7 million followers on TikTok and 2.6 million on Instagram, Sukihana has created a massive and organic online presence. Her influences, including Tupac Shakur, Rick Ross, Lil Kim, and Lauryn Hill, have shaped her unique sound and style. “Listening to these Hip Hop icons felt like they were pouring something into me. Little did I know that their influences would help prepare me for this moment in time,” she reflects.

Sukihana’s stage presence is captivatingly unabashed, and she is securing her place among Hip-Hop’s heavyweights. “I’ve got my own style and presentation, but I’m real,” she says. “I’m excited about where I’ve been, but even more excited about where I’m headed.”

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Snoop Dogg Mourns Death Of His Cousin Joe Cool, Creator Of The ‘Doggystyle’ Album Cover

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Global Hip-Hop icon Snoop Dogg took to Instagram yesterday(July 22) to share with his followers the loss of his cousin Darryle “Joe Cool” Daniel. Daniel is best known for his Doggystyle album cover illustration, which was created in 1993.

Snoop posted a video of him and his cousin, who reminisced about losing money to Snoop over betting on a Raiders game, and Snoop rapped along to his 2017 track “Promise You This.” He captioned, “R. I. P. [prayer hands emoji, crying emoji] my big cuzn joe cool.”

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Daz, a longtime Dogg Pound member and cousin to both SNoop and Joe Cool, paid tribute to his family on Instagram as well, saying, “REST N PEACE DARYL JOE COOL DANIEL [explosion emoji, 100 emoji] MY BIGG CUZZN THIS REALLY HURTS WE GREW UP TOGETHER U WAS THERE FROM DAY ONE IM GONE REALLY REALLY MISS U BIGG CUZ [prayer hands emoji].”

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In addition to designing the artwork for Snoop Dogg’s seminal 1993 debut, Joe Cool’s distinctive illustrations graced the covers of Snoop’s Tha Last Meal and The Game‘s 1992 albums. The Long Beach native also created original designs for adidas, Supreme and 7-11, released a children’s book called Where’s the Cheese? and involved himself in comedy, acting and motivational speeches.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Main Source Dropped Their Debut Album ‘Breaking Atoms’ 33 Years Ago

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On this date in Hip Hop history, Main Source, which included DJs Sir Scratch, K-Cut, and rhyming extraordinaire and production master Large Professor, dropped their debut album Breaking Atoms in 1991 on Wild Pitch Records. It was also the final album of the original trio with the two Toronto DJs and the Corona—Queens emcee.

Breaking Atoms was also the first project where then Queensbridge Projects lyrical prodigy Nasir Jones, aka Nas, appeared on the ever-classic “Live At The BBQ”. Other classic cuts from that album include the break-up story “Looking At The Front Door”, the never-ending issue of police brutality on “Just A Friendly Game Of Baseball” and the visually-driven “Just Hangin’ Out”. Originally given a four-and-a-half mic rating, Breaking Atoms received the coveted Five Mics in The Source Magazine‘s commemorative 150th issue.

Salute to Extra P, Pete Rock, K-Cut, and Sir Scratch for making this album an undisputed Hip Hop classic!

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