Biography
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Years Active
1983 – present (41 years)
Foreign Legion is a hip-hop group that originated in Oakland, California. The group was formed in the late 1990s and gained recognition for their unique blend of witty lyrics, intelligent wordplay, and soulful production. Foreign Legion consists of three members: Prozack Turner, Marc Stretch, and DJ Design.
Prozack Turner, also known as Prozack, is the primary emcee of the group. His clever wordplay and sharp lyricism have been a defining characteristic of Foreign Legion's music. Marc Stretch, also known as King Stretch, is another talented rapper who adds his distinct style and flow to the group's tracks. DJ Design, the group's DJ and producer, provides the beats and samples that give their music a distinct flavor.
Foreign Legion released their debut album, "Kidnapper Van: Beats to Rock While Bike-Stealin'," in 2000. The album was well-received by underground hip-hop fans and showcased the group's humor and lyrical prowess. It featured tracks like "Nowhere to Hide," "Full-Time B-Boy," and "Feel the Music."
In 2002, they released their second album, "Playtight," which further solidified their reputation as skilled lyricists and producers. The album included notable tracks such as "Hunger Strike," "Nights Like These," and "Feel the Music (Remix)."
Foreign Legion continued to release music and collaborate with other artists over the years. They worked with renowned producer and DJ, DJ Shadow, on the track "Six Days Remix," which was featured on the soundtrack of the movie "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift" in 2006.
The group's music often tackles a wide range of topics, including social commentary, personal experiences, and humorous anecdotes. Their lyrics showcase a clever use of wordplay, metaphors, and storytelling, all delivered with a distinctive West Coast flavor.
While Foreign Legion has not released a full-length album in recent years, they remain active and continue to perform live shows. Their contributions to underground hip-hop have left a lasting impact, and their music continues to resonate with fans of intelligent and witty lyricism.
It's worth noting that the term "Foreign Legion" has also been used by other hip-hop groups and artists throughout the years. The information provided above specifically pertains to the Oakland-based hip-hop group, but there may be other artists using the same or similar name in different contexts.
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