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Just-Ice
38,876 listeners
Joseph Williams Jr. (born June 22, 1965), known professionally as Just-Ice, is an American rapper from New York City. He emerged in the mid… read moreJoseph Williams Jr. (born June 22, 1965), known professionally as Just-Ice, is an American rapper from New York City. He emerged in the mid-1980s and is known for his contributions to the early development of hardcore and gangsta rap. In… read moreJoseph Williams Jr. (born June 22, 1965), known professionally as Just-Ice, is an American rapper from New York City. He emerged in the mid-1980s and is known for his contributions to the early development of hardcore and gangsta rap. In 1986, Williams was charged with the murder of Ludlaw DeSouz… read more
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Boogie Down Productions
284,437 listeners
Boogie Down Productions was originally composed of KRS-One, D-Nice, and DJ Scott La Rock. The latter was murdered on August 27, 1987, after… read moreBoogie Down Productions was originally composed of KRS-One, D-Nice, and DJ Scott La Rock. The latter was murdered on August 27, 1987, after the release of BDP's debut album Criminal Minded. The name of the group, "Boogie Down&q… read moreBoogie Down Productions was originally composed of KRS-One, D-Nice, and DJ Scott La Rock. The latter was murdered on August 27, 1987, after the release of BDP's debut album Criminal Minded. The name of the group, "Boogie Down", derives from the alternative name for The Bronx sectio… read more
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DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
668,237 listeners
DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince were an American hip-hop duo from West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, consisting of rapper Will Smith (th… read moreDJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince were an American hip-hop duo from West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, consisting of rapper Will Smith (the Fresh Prince) and turntablist Jeff Townes (DJ Jazzy Jeff). Active full-time from 1986 to 1994 an… read moreDJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince were an American hip-hop duo from West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, consisting of rapper Will Smith (the Fresh Prince) and turntablist Jeff Townes (DJ Jazzy Jeff). Active full-time from 1986 to 1994 and occasionally thereafter, the duo became just the third rap… read more
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Doug E. Fresh
48,302 listeners
Doug E. Fresh (born Douglas E. Davis, 17 September 1966, in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands) is an American rapper, record producer, and … read moreDoug E. Fresh (born Douglas E. Davis, 17 September 1966, in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands) is an American rapper, record producer, and beatboxer. One of the earliest beatboxers (and still seen as one of the best), Fresh is able to im… read moreDoug E. Fresh (born Douglas E. Davis, 17 September 1966, in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands) is an American rapper, record producer, and beatboxer. One of the earliest beatboxers (and still seen as one of the best), Fresh is able to imitate drum machines and various special effects with often s… read more
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MC Lyte
178,722 listeners
MC Lyte (born Lana Michele Moorer on October 11, 1971 in Brooklyn, New York) is a female rap artist. She was the first female rapper common… read moreMC Lyte (born Lana Michele Moorer on October 11, 1971 in Brooklyn, New York) is a female rap artist. She was the first female rapper commonly acknowledged to be as hard as the men: she loves to curse, and she's got that fierce worki… read moreMC Lyte (born Lana Michele Moorer on October 11, 1971 in Brooklyn, New York) is a female rap artist. She was the first female rapper commonly acknowledged to be as hard as the men: she loves to curse, and she's got that fierce working-class Brooklyn voice and no-nonsense demeanor. But she&#x… read more
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Heavy D & The Boyz
183,502 listeners
Heavy D & the Boyz was an American hip hop group led by Heavy D. The Boyz were G-Wiz (born Glen Parrish), "Trouble" T. Roy (b… read moreHeavy D & the Boyz was an American hip hop group led by Heavy D. The Boyz were G-Wiz (born Glen Parrish), "Trouble" T. Roy (born Troy Dixon), and DJ Eddie F (born Edward Ferrell). The group maintained a sizable audience in … read moreHeavy D & the Boyz was an American hip hop group led by Heavy D. The Boyz were G-Wiz (born Glen Parrish), "Trouble" T. Roy (born Troy Dixon), and DJ Eddie F (born Edward Ferrell). The group maintained a sizable audience in the United States through most of the 1990s. Heavy D was bor… read more
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Ultramagnetic MC's
149,770 listeners
Members Kool Keith, Ced Gee, TR Love and Moe Love released their debut album Critical Beatdown, produced by Paul C., in 1988 and inspired t… read moreMembers Kool Keith, Ced Gee, TR Love and Moe Love released their debut album Critical Beatdown, produced by Paul C., in 1988 and inspired the world of hip hop with their original sound of unorthodox sampling, polysyllabic rhymes, and biz… read moreMembers Kool Keith, Ced Gee, TR Love and Moe Love released their debut album Critical Beatdown, produced by Paul C., in 1988 and inspired the world of hip hop with their original sound of unorthodox sampling, polysyllabic rhymes, and bizarre lyrical imagery. Kool Keith went on to work with many … read more
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3rd Bass
107,446 listeners
3rd Bass is an American hip hop group that was primarily active during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The group was formed by MC Serch (Mi… read more3rd Bass is an American hip hop group that was primarily active during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The group was formed by MC Serch (Michael Berrin), Prime Minister Pete Nice (Peter J. Nash), and DJ Richie Rich (Richard Lawson). They… read more3rd Bass is an American hip hop group that was primarily active during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The group was formed by MC Serch (Michael Berrin), Prime Minister Pete Nice (Peter J. Nash), and DJ Richie Rich (Richard Lawson). They were among the first interracial hip hop groups to achieve … read more
