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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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Travis Scott Returns to Public Performances with E11even Miami Performance

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Travis Scott is back on stage. Appearing at the Miami Grand Prix party at E11even Miami, Scott tossed money in the crowd and performed with a bottle of Don Julio 1942 in hand. The performance was Scott’s first public show since the Astroworld tragedy.

“Everybody owes me a shot,” Scott said according to Page Six. “We need every stripper to report to the f–king stage right now. We need every bottle reported to this motherfuckin floor.”

During his time on stage, Scott performed “Antidote,” “Pick Up The Phone,” “Goosebumps,” “Highest in the Room” and “SICKO MODE.” The crowd was stated to have sang along with each song.

Scott hit the stage late into the night, around 2:30 a.m. EST, and departed at 4:15 a.m. EST. Tables at the event began at $5,000 to $100,000.

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Stevie J in Mother’s Day IG Message to Faith Evans: “I NEVER Want to Live Without You”

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Mother’s Day served as the stage for Stevie J to deliver an apology to his wife Faith Evans. Stevie filed for divorce from Faith this past November but now appears to wish he didn’t.

“Faith Rene Jordan I’ve hurt you, disrespected you and humiliated you in front of the world. From this day forward I promise to listen to your feelings and be more delicate with your heart. I also promise to build you up even more & to communicate daily with you, respect you and love on you until you’re as happy as you were when we got married. I’ve learned my lesson and I NEVER want to live without you because God knows I’m a better man with you and I’m asking you to find it in your heart to forgive me and allow me to rebuild our trust. Happy Mothers Day x I love you.”

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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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Steve Harvey Reflects on Will Smith’s “Punk Move” Slap, Says He Lost Respect for Actor

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Steve Harvey is letting off another one of his opinions. While speaking at Georgia State University, Harvey revealed how his natural reaction would battle his Christianity if he was on the receiving end of Will Smith’s Oscar’s slap.

“I’m a Christian, but I’m really undeveloped. I don’t have high-level Christianity,” said Harvey. “On a scale of one to 10, I’m like a two. That’s the level of Christianity I can work on. You slap T.D. Jakes, he’ll turn the other cheek. You slap me? If you sit back in your seat, Jada would have to move out of the way. That’s the type of Christian I am.”

According to Yahoo News, Harvey also stated that he “lost a lot of respect for him” and labeled the smack a punk move.

Last week, Chris Rock addressed the incident in two separate moments on stage. Following the attack on Dave Chappelle by a fan, Chris Rock broke the tension in the room by asking was the fan Will Smith. In a joint set with Dave Chappelle, Rock would also get another jab in, stating he was slapped by the “softest nigga that ever rapped.”

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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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T.I. on Post-Death Critics of Kevin Samuels: “A Travesty of Justice”

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During his life, Kevin Samuels was a controversial figure online. In his death, Samuels has been attacked for his viral opinions. In response, T.I. hit Instagram with a demand to let Samuels rest in peace.

“The shit is fucking a travesty of justice,” T.I. said. “I can’t stand it, I can’t stand it. I ain’t gon’ let y’all bully this dead man. We gon’ let this man rest in peace.”

Tip added, “Whatever he did, he did it and gone. He got away with it, fuck ya. That’s between him and God. Him and the Lord gon’ have to deal with it. You ain’t got no heaven or hell to put him in.”

Previously, T.I. shared an image of Kevin Samuels walking to the gates of heaven looking back and delivering a message of “And yall still fat and average.” You can see the post here.

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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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