The Daymond John Academy and the HHSYC Partner to Empower Communities and End Gun and Gang Violence.

THE DAYMOND JOHN ACADEMY (DJA) AND THE HIP-HOP SUMMIT YOUTH COUNCIL (HHSYC) CELEBRATE “HIP-HOP AGAINST GUN & GANG VIOLENCE WEEK” (May 17-23, 2013) AS PROCLAIMED BY NYC MAYOR MICHAEL BLOOMBERG, THE NYC COUNCIL AND NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE EDWARD MANGANO AT THE SHERATON HOTEL WITH PLANS TO CURB GUN & GANG VIOLENCE BY CONSULTING, TRAINING AND ...

Folks, Travis Scott’s Debut Mixtape ‘Owl Pharaoh’ Is Finally Here. Download It Now

The oft-delayed debut project from the newest member of G.O.O.D. Music is here. Travi$ Scott might win Most Mysterious over Kanye if G.O.O.D. Music ever had a yearbook. The simultaneous Hustle Gang member is currently buzzing like a mainstream artist, but has no mixtape, EP, or album out. That is, until now. Featuring appearances from ...

In Honor Of Ray Manzarek: 10 Of Our Favorite Hip-Hop Samples Featuring The Doors

Ray Manzarek, founding member of the legendary rock group The Doors sadly passed away yesterday at the age of 70. The news was a huge shock for American pop culture and enthusiasts of the band. The Doors was a hugely popular group in the 1960′s and the beginning of the 1970′s with their Psychedelic style ...

The Thirty Day Yeezus Plan: Kanye’s Unique Album Campaign, Chronicled

Don’t lose track of the ‘Yeezus’ roll-out. Its happening right before your eyes. Rap is like 300. The movie, 300. Often times, smaller, original and creative schemes and movements beat out the grand, often unnecessary campaigns that certain artists lead (see: Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, Frank Ocean). Kanye West has, and rightfully so, adopted this ...

SourceTV Exclusive: CyHi The Prynce Talks ‘Hardway Musical,’ G.O.O.D Music, Yeezus, Miguel & More

CyHi The Prynce stopped by The Source headquarters to speak on his current movements G.O.O.D Music soldier CyHi The Prynce has made impressive strides in his career and his lyrical ammo isn’t to be slept on. Currently on the Coast2Coast tour, CyHi stopped by The Source before his NYC performance to chop it up about ...

Best Quotes From 2013 Graduation Speeches

See what Barack Obama, Toni Morrison and others had to say at this year's commencement ceremonies.

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Twitter Through Times of Tragedy

(The Root) -- Let's face it: Twitter isn't always the nicest place. People bash celebrities, fans of celebrities attack people who bash celebrities, and everyone fights about politics and religion. But while it is true that you'll always have your trolls, the good consistently seems to outweigh the bad on Twitter during times of national tragedy.

Since the news broke about deadly tornadoes devastating the town of Moore, Okla., on Monday, there has been an outpouring of concern for those affected. As Twitter continues to break news about the disaster, it's also taking care to send uplifting messages. And users are making sure that folks know how to help relief efforts from the comfort of their own homes.

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White Dad Accused of Kidnapping Biracial Daughters

A Virginia family is understandably a little shaken up after the father, Joseph -- a white man who didn't want his last name revealed -- was suspected of kidnapping two biracial girls. They just happened to be his daughters. Oops.

According to the mom, Keana (whose presence at the store likely would have cleared things up and avoided the ordeal), it all started when a customer at the Walmart where dad and daughters were shopping became concerned that the family "didn't match up." A security guard was alerted, and next thing they knew, a police officer was at their door. From the Huffington Post:

... [T]hey were even more surprised by the reason for the cop's visit-- to question whether or not they were in fact their children's parents.

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Quote of the Day: James Baldwin on America

Read more of The Root's coverage of James Baldwin here.

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Trayvon Martin: The Latest

Tuesday, May 21, 8:10 a.m. EDT: Audio experts in George Zimmerman's second-degree-murder case in the death of Trayvon Martin disagree about the source of the screams for help captured on 911 calls, the Associated Press reports. One audio expert says in a report released today that the screams came from Trayvon, while another audio expert says the shouts were a mix of Trayvon and Zimmerman.

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Listen to DJ Flexx to Win a $50 Gift Card

Grab a picnic basket and get ready for a spring picnic or a summer day at the beach. Listen afternoons to DJ Flexx all this week to a $50 Wal-Mart gift card. Courtesy of French’s […]

New Beyoncé Song ‘Grown Woman’ Explores Feminine Power

With help from a heavy tribal beat, Beyoncé’s latest song, “Grown Woman,” which leaked last night, touches on the power of femininity. Does this mean Bey's finally ready to embrace feminism?

‘The X Factor’ Adds Two New Judges: Kelly Rowland And Paulina Rubio

Since the departure of high profile X Factor judge Britney Spears and record exec L.A. Reid, speculation has run rampant as to who will join Simon Cowell’s U.S. judging panel. The question was answered today […]

Rock The Bells Says Show Will Go On, Hopefully With The Blessing Of ODB’s Widow

Just days after Rock The Bells announced this year's show would feature virtual performances from ODB and Eazy-E, Ol' Dirty Bastard's widow demanded she be consulted before the project could continue.

Take A Tour Of Michael Jackson’s Estate This Sunday On ’60 Minutes’

On 60 Minutes this Sunday, fans will get an insider's look at Michael Jackson’s estate.

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Young Red - Straight Like That ft. Fat Trel, Smokahatas, Bo Deal [Official Video] @DMVHEAT1 DMVHEAT.COM

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Directed by Jerome D. Produced by Sunny Norway "Nas Told Me" is the intro to Phil Adé's forthcoming project R.O.S.E., which will be available Summer 2013…

Rammy - G For Gentlemen [Official Video] @DMVHEAT1 DMVHEAT.COM

Rammy, The Global Dimension of Hip Hop as the local press likes to call her, is a Hip Hop recording artist, singer/rapper, songwriter, dancer, actress,…

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DC Gudda Boys Bishop King & Tony Touche' Presents "Does Dat"

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Chris Brown -- Rear-Ender ... He Hardly Knew Her!

Chris Brown has yet another legal problem to deal with, after crashing his car in Los Angeles near Toluca Lake.The accident happened an hour or so ago ... The photog tells us Chris was driving his Range Rover with his GF du jour Karrueche Tran,…

Heavy D's Family -- We're Making Sure His Daughter Gets EVERYTHING

Every single penny from Heavy D's estate will go to the late rapper's 13-year-old daughter ... this according to Heavy's mom. We broke the story ... Heavy's brother Floyd has filed court docs seeking control of Heavy's estate -- via an old will that…

Ex-WWE Diva -- Free After Prison Stay ... And Cancer Diagnosis

Former WWE diva Tamara Sytch is FREE from a Connecticut prison after a four-month stint for REPEATEDLY violating her ex-boyfriend’s restraining order ... and her stay included a cancer diagnosis and hysterectomy.Tammy, who managed and wrestled…

Zach Galifianakis -- My 'Hangover' Date's 87 and Not Homeless (Anymore)

Stu: So, uh, are you sure you're qualified to be taking care of that baby?Alan: What are you talking about? I've found a baby before.Stu: You found a baby before? Where?Alan: Coffee Bean. Zach Galifianakis pulled a similar Alan move in real life --…

Jesse James -- Sooooooo ... I Cut Off My Pinky [PHOTO]

If you're eating right now ... you should probably finish ... because Jesse James just posted a photo on the Internet that will obliterate your appetite. It should be self-explanatory -- but if you're too squeamish to click, Jesse cut off the…