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Big Boi will headline a free concert on Decatur Square to launch Atlanta’s 2026 FIFA World Cup celebrations, marking a major milestone for the Grammy-winning rapper just months after OutKast’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction announcement. The OutKast legend confirmed his performance for Thursday, June 11, 2026 – the tournament’s opening day – as part of Decatur WatchFest ’26. The announcement comes as Atlanta gears up to host multiple World Cup matches, with Big Boi serving as the perfect ambassador given his deep Atlanta roots and well-documented passion for soccer. “As an Atlantan and huge soccer fan, performing…
From left to right: Daniel Mouyal (standing), Nicholas Mouyal (standing right) With over 3.5 million hits on Instagram, Slick N Mordy proves that when you mix education with creativity — plus a Cybertruck, raw talent, and a sharp sense of humor — people watch. And that’s just from the teaser. The short film stars and features music from Daniel Mouyal (also the director), including the track “Location” featuring Lil Wayne, along with an appearance from Smokepurpp and Nicholas Mouyal. It’s an unexpected blend of music, comedy, and ambition that’s turning heads. Short films often fade after the festival circuit, but…
Chris Brown and Kevin McCall once had the kind of creative chemistry that defined an era. Their early 2010s collaborations, including the chart-topping hit “Deuces,” helped shape Brown’s comeback moment and cemented McCall as a rising producer. But what started as a partnership built on mutual respect eventually unraveled into years of tension over money, credit, and control. That strained history resurfaced this week after McCall appeared on the Back On Figg podcast, where he spoke candidly about his financial troubles. Holding up an EBT card on camera, he asked, “Why do I have an EBT card?” before joking, “Can I get…
Sports and entertainment go hand in hand. Game night is like a mixtape – music, fashion, storylines, and a steady scroll of the latest highlight, mixing the best of both worlds. That’s what you get from The Source. The energy, a saturday fixture in the Premier League, or any other major event happening. The common thread is culture: the songs, the slang, and the images that turn a scoreboard into a shared moment.Soundtracks and second screensThe pregame ritual starts long before the whistle. Fans cue up a playlist, check starters, and swap takes in the group chat while cross‑referencing stats…
Newark Councilman and hip-hop icon Dupre “DoItAll” Kelly of Lords of the Underground has teamed up with educator and media producer Khairi Williams to co-author an inspiring new children’s book titled You Can Do It All, slated for independent release this November. The uplifting story encourages perseverance, self-belief, and dedication; the same qualities that have defined both Kelly’s and Williams’ personal and professional journeys. Through vivid storytelling and relatable lessons, You Can Do It All aims to empower young readers to dream big, stay focused, and believe that anything is possible with effort and heart. In the book, readers follow a young boy…
Drake unveiled a new hairstyle and reignited internet chatter Thursday after posting a photo on Instagram Story alongside former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel, just one day before his 39th birthday. The image, shared around 3 P.M. ET, showed the Toronto-born rapper with Manziel, sporting a laid-back bohemian hairdo. The post immediately drew attention across social media platforms, especially on X, where users commented on everything from Drake’s appearance to their long-standing friendship. The duo’s relationship spans over a decade, rooted in shared interests in music, sports and real estate ventures in Texas. But this time, it was Drake’s grooming choice…
Sean “Diddy” Combs reportedly faced a life-threatening situation behind bars when an inmate allegedly attempted to slit his throat while he was asleep inside Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). According to Diddy’s close friend Charlucci Finney, the incident occurred during one of the nights the music mogul was being held at MDC. Finney told the Daily Mail that Diddy woke up to find a knife pressed to his neck, just moments away from possible death. While the exact details remain unclear, Finney said he wasn’t sure if correctional officers intervened or if Diddy managed to fend off his attacker. Sources close to…
R&B singer Brian McKnight is facing criticism from his own son after posting online to celebrate winning an $\text{\$8.8 million}$ defamation of character lawsuit against his ex-wife, Julie McKnight. The singer’s oldest son, Brian McKnight Jr., publicly called out his father for the celebratory timing of the post, noting that it was made on the birthday of his late brother, Niko. The younger McKnight suggested his father was deliberately tormenting his mother on an already difficult day. McKnight Jr.’s response follows a prolonged public dispute involving his father and his mother. Brian McKnight Jr. has previously been vocal about his…
Babyfxce E stepped onto the stage of a Detroit strip club for his debut performance, nerves coursing through him. As dollar bills flew through the air, the Flint, Mich. native, who was 18 at the time and barely old enough to be inside the venue, did his best to deliver one of the few unreleased songs he had in his arsenal. “I was so stiff,” he recalls of that night four years ago. “It was a*s everywhere. The song was sped up, and there was a lot going on. But it was cool after I finished. I needed to get…
Rising hip-hop artist ACJC has joined forces with Atlanta hitmaker Mykko Montana for their new single “Keep Doing It,” available now on all streaming platforms. The track bursts with fast-paced rhythm and undeniable energy, capturing the spirit of Atlanta’s iconic hip-hop culture while giving it a fresh, modern edge. Fusing classic ATL bounce with contemporary production, “Keep Doing It” is crafted to move crowds and command the dance floor. From the opening beat, the record delivers an electric mix of nostalgia and innovation, representing the city’s ongoing impact on global music. “This record is all about energy, fun, and repping…