Security Co. That Failed To Stop Dave Chappelle’s Attacker Also Worked Astroworld, Once Upon A Time In L.A. Fest Where Drakeo Was Killed

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The security company that was on the scene when Dave Chappelle was attacked on stage is now under fire after it has been discovered that this is the same company that was on hand at the deadly Astroworld Festival, where ten concertgoers lost their lives , as well as the Once Upon A Time In L.A. Festival, where Drakeo The Ruler was stabbed to death.

Ever since “The Netflix Is A Joke” Festival and the Dave Chappele debacle, the Contemporary Services Corporation has been under a microscope, but it has now been unveiled that CSC personnel were hired to oversee the security detail at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival and the Once Upon A Time In L.A. Festival. where Drakeo The Ruler was stabbed to death backstage.

It was also discovered that CSC was the security company that was hired to cover the 2017 Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas, where 58 people were shot to death by a sniper on a hotel balcony.

A CSC employee who worked the Netflix Fest spoke on the condition of anonymity about their experience, stating, “We were told there was going to be a big crowd and to get them in as fast as possible. There were no details on what that meant and how to do it—just get them in as fast as possible.”

The Contemporary Services Corporation has yet to respond to these claims.

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[WATCH] Drake’s Producer Noah “40” Shebib Releases ‘Toronto Rising’ Mini Doc

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Drake’s Grammy-award-winning producer Noah “40” Shebib releases a mini-documentary titled Toronto Rising. The 14-minute doc directed by Alim Sabir, is a collaborative partnership with Native Instruments and 40.

40 is a notoriously private person, so this doc is a rare and unique look into his private life, featuring archival footage of his come-up including never-before-seen home videos of him discovering his love for the piano as a child and the early days of his legendary partnership with Drake.

READ MORE: Drake’s New Deal With Universal Music Group Called “LeBron-Sized,” Estimated to Be $400M.

I’ve always considered myself a visitor in hip hop. When I was 21, I got diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. I learned a lesson in the hospital, which was that as long as I had like one finger that still worked, no matter what the world took from me, I could play the keyboard and I could make music. All the things in my life just kind of pointed me in one direction. I’m here to play my part and to leave my impact.

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Toronto Rising serves as a backstory to the legacy 40 has built for himself . As well as inspire the next generation of producers who may be struggling to find their footing amid adversity. It’s also a love letter to Hip-Hop and the city which he and Drake played an integral role in putting on the map.

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Vice President Harris Gives Jarring Reality Check During HBCU Commencement Speech

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Vice President Kamala Harris gives graduates a jarring reality check during her HBCU commencement speech.

The VP left some college graduates with a sobering picture of the “unsettled” world they’re heading into. She discussed the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and the possibility Roe v. Wade may be overturned by the Supreme Court during a commencement speech Saturday at Tennessee State University.

“Graduates, I look at this unsettled world and yes, I can see the challenges, but I’m here to tell you that I see the opportunities. The opportunities for your leadership. The future of our country and our world will be shaped by you.”

READ MORE: VP Kamala Harris Visits Bronx YMCA, Offers “Build Back Better” Plan

Harris stated that “the certainty of fundamental principles,” like territorial integrity and bodily autonomy, are being called into question. She ended the speech by congratulating the class of 2022 on their achievements despite the ongoing pandemic.

“Here in the United States, we are once again forced to defend fundamental principles that we hoped were long settled; principles like the freedom to vote, the rights of women to make decisions about their own body, what constitutes the truth,” she said.

Harris is also set to give a commencement speech May 18 at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. Share your thoughts with us on social media.

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ABC Cancels ‘Queens’ Starring Brandy and Eve After First Season

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ABC is cancelling the Queens‘ reign after just one season. The series, starring Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Nadine Velazquez, was one of the most anticipated music drama pilots last season,

Queens had an unmatched promotional run. Skits featuring Cam’ron and Brandy went viral. Jadakiss made his acting debut appearing on multiple episodes. All the music executive produced by Swizz Beatz.

READ MORE: [WATCH] ‘Queens’ Premiere “Nasty Girl” Video From Upcoming ABC Drama

But throughout the season, Queens, didn’t hold its rating expectations. Factor in Eve announcing her pregnancy with husband, Maximillion Cooper mid season. Fans were left wondering if the show would return following a shooting that led Eve’s character to fake her own death.

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Yung Joc Arrested On Child Abandonment Charges

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According to a confirmed news report, ATL rapper Yung Joc was arrested and taken into custody at the Gwinnett County Jail last week.

Joc, whose real name is Jasiel Robinson, was charged in Gwinnett County, GA on charges of abandonment of dependent child. Joc didn’t stay behind bars log, as he reportedly posted his $1,300 bond just two hours after arriving to the facility.

Other reports allege the rapper may have been petitioned by one of the mothers of his children for child support.

TheSource.com will add more details to this story as they are made available.

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[WATCH] King Von Shooter Lul Tim Discusses The Night Von Was Killed

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In segment number four of an eleven part interview with Fucious TV, Lul Tim, the Atlanta native who allegedly pulled the trigger of the weapon that ultimately took the life of Chicago drill favorite King Von, sat down and briefly addressed the circumstances of November 6, 2020.

Tim talks about being shot twice during the meleé and driving himself to the hospital after the incident that costed King Von his life.

See Part 4 in its entirety below:

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Snoop Dogg Purchases Ownership Stake In Ice Cube’s BIG3 League

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Snoop Dogg continues to update his business portfolio. The west coast icon, along with PayPal co-founder Ken Howery, spent over $600,000 to purchase an ownership stake in Ice Cube’s BIG3 league. The pair now have a 40-percent ownership stake in the Bivouac team in the league.

READ MORE: [WATCH] Ice Cube on The BIG3 “Ownership Is Important”

“We are absolutely thrilled to have Snoop, Ken, and their communities on board with the BIG3,” said BIG3 co-founder, Ice Cube. “Having someone with Ken’s knowledge and experience wanting to be a part of our league demonstrates that we are moving in the right direction. Snoop is an undisputed legend who has jumped headfirst into the Web3 space and clearly understands the importance and the value of what we are trying to create. Together, I know they will take Bivouac to new heights and we can’t wait to get started.”

Snoop and Howery purchased 25 Fire-Tier editions of Bivouac priced at $25,000 each. Meaning, the team’s stock was divided into blockchains for sale.

“The BIG3 is on the leading edge of enabling blockchain technology as utility,” said PayPal co-founder Ken Howery. “The league’s embrace of NFTs as ownership rights is both visionary and practical; key features of every smart investment.”

Howery and Snoop have some work to put in on The BIG3 as the Bivouac squad went winless last season due to injuries.

BIG3 is the official creator of the new global sport, FIREBALL3, the league is returning for its fifth season on June 18 with coverage live across CBS and Paramount+.

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Happy Birthday To Wu Tang Clan’s Ghostface Killaaaaaahhh!!!

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On this day in 1970, rapper/actor Dennis Coles aka Ghostface Killah was born. The chamber of eccentricity comes almost exclusively from Tony Starks, who has been compared to the likes of Slick Rick with his signature, six inch high eagle bracelet and other excessively gaudy jewels.

At the foundation of the Wu saga, Ghost’s face was unseen and wasn’t revealed until the Chef’s Only Built For Cuban Linx classic “Purple Tape”. With ten solid solo albums under his belt, Ghostdini continues to impact the game along with his WTC family.

The Source Magazine would like to send a super shout out to the “Ironman” of Hip Hop on his degree day! Enjoy!

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Big L Will Be Honored With A Street Named After Him In Harlem

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One of the first rappers to make it big with the name Big, the late Big L, will be honored in his hometown with a street. For being one of the pioneers of the rap genre and his ability to influence the peers of his time, Harlem will recognize the legacy of Lamont Coleman, also known as Big L.

On Friday (May 6), Big L’s official documentary Instagram page, Street Struck, shared a post revealing the news of the renaming of 140th and Lenox Avenue. The new street name will be “Lamont “Big L” Coleman Way.”

“It took a whole lot of effort and Support to get to this great point but as an collective we made it happen, The Biggest Thank you’s go out to the Dope 500 plus people who signed and passed the petition around so we could get this street renamed,” the caption read. “There are entirely tooo many good people that gave this their Support, so with all my Heart I personally want to say THANK YOU!!!! #biglrestinpeace #LamontBiglcolemanway #behindthelenstv.”

The ceremony will be held on May 28 on 140th and Lenox Ave from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fans are welcomed to attend.

The New York emcee made a name for himself in the early ’90s. He came up with the Children of the Corn collective, which consisted of fellow Harlem’s own Mase, Cam’ron, Herb McGruff, and Bloodshed. 

In March 1995, the then-20-year-old rapper released his debut album Lifestylez ov da Poor & Dangerous, which featured the iconic singles “Put It On” and “M.V.P.,” as well as fan favorite cuts such as “Street Struck” and “Let Em Have It L.”

Fours years later, Big L was murdered. On February 15, 1999 was gunned down on 139th street, one block away from the where his street will be. Big L died at 24-years-old.

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Kendrick Lamar Morphs Into Kobe Bryant, Kanye West, Nipsey Hussle and More In “The Heart Part 5” Video

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A new Kendrick Lamar album is on the verge and within days before the release he dropped a new video. For Lamar’s first single from his forthcoming Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers album, he dropped “The Heart Part 5.” This is K.Dot’s first single since 2018.

The video directed by Dave Free has Kendrick Lamar morphing into different notable celebrities with the lyrics aligning with each deepfake face.  The faces he used included OJ Simpson, Will Smith, Jussie Smollett, Kobe Bryant, Kanye West, and Nipsey Hussle. Kendrick Lamar himself also assisted in directing the visual, opens with the quote “I am. All of us,” which is attributed to oklama.

Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers is Kendrick’s fifth studio album and is set to drop on May 13. Watch “The Heart Part 5” below.

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