The Source Magazine - May 1996 - Issue #80 (Ice Cube / East vs. West)

Inside Hip-Hop's Civil War.

Released in May 1996 (Issue #80), this vintage edition of The Source features West Coast icon Ice Cube on the cover, but its true historical value lies in the headlines. Hitting newsstands as the coastal rivalry was reaching a boiling point, this issue features a massive deep-dive into the "East vs. West" conflict. Furthermore, the top banner covers the landmark acquittal of Snoop Doggy Dogg in his highly publicized murder trial.

This is an essential 1996 time capsule. The issue is packed with a heavy-hitting supporting lineup, featuring new music coverage on the Geto Boys, MC Ren, Mac Mall, Rappin' 4-Tay, and Too Short. (Bonus: The back cover features a vintage 1996 advertisement for FILA sneakers starring Jerry Stackhouse suspended over the Philadelphia skyline).

Condition Disclosure (Please Read Carefully):

This is a raw, vintage reading copy. The magazine is 100% complete. The front cover presents well but exhibits surface scuffing, edge wear, and a distinct diagonal crease across the bottom right corner (running through the barcode and wrist area). The back cover shows noticeable surface scuffing across the blue background, along with color-breaking stress marks along the spine fold. The spine shows standard reading stress ticks and color rubbing. It has not been professionally graded. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.