The Source Magazine - Issue #104 (May 1998) - Ice Cube Cover

West Coast Royalty Meets the Dog.

Released in May 1998, Issue #104 of The Source features West Coast pioneer Ice Cube on the cover, tracking his evolution from N.W.A. renegade to Hollywood heavyweight ("Dough-Boy Makes Good").

However, the true historical weight of this issue lies inside. It features a critical early profile on DMX ("Dog Day Afternoon") published the exact same month he dropped his debut album, It's Dark and Hell Is Hot, changing the landscape of East Coast rap forever. The issue is packed with 1998 heavy hitters, including features on Do Or Die, C-Murder, Gang Starr, and an investigation into NYC gang culture. A foundational piece of 90s print media. (Bonus: The back cover features a pristine vintage 1998 Tommy Hilfiger fragrance advertisement).

Condition Disclosure (Please Read):

This is a raw, vintage reading copy in "Very Good" condition. The magazine is 100% complete with no missing pages. Due to its age and the glossy dark ink on the front cover, it exhibits typical handling wear, including minor edge chipping on the right side, light surface scuffing, and slight blunting on the bottom right corner. The spine remains tight and intact. It has not been professionally graded. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.