The Source Magazine - Issue #109 (October 1998) - A Tribe Called Quest Breakup

The End of an Era: A Tribe Called Quest Disbands.

Released in October 1998, Issue #109 of The Source documents a seismic shift in hip-hop history: the official breakup of Queens legends A Tribe Called Quest. Arriving just as the group released The Love Movement, this exclusive interview provides a raw look into the internal fractures that ended one of the greatest collectives of the 90s.

Beyond the Tribe cover story, this issue captures a pivotal month in 1998, featuring Fat Joe snatching the Bronx heavyweight crown, West Coast lyricist Ras Kass detailing his industry frustrations, and Busta Rhymes lighting up the Smokin' Grooves tour. A crucial document for any golden-era hip-hop archivist. (Bonus: The back cover features a vintage 1998 Nike Total Air Pillar sneaker advertisement featuring U.S. wrestler Cary Kolat).

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This is a raw, vintage reading copy in "Very Good" condition. The magazine is 100% complete with no missing pages. The exterior exhibits standard handling wear for a magazine of its age. The front cover shows surface scuffing, minor edge chipping, and a small circular ding near the center-left. The white back cover shows visible smudging and surface wear, and the spine ends have minor crushing/creasing. It has not been professionally graded. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.