• Afeni Shakur Davis

    Introducing the fierce and influential Afeni Shakur Davis, this American political firebrand was born Alice Faye Williams in 1947 and left an indelible mark on society until her passing in 2016. As a proud member of the Black Panther Party, Afeni fought for racial equality and social justice throughout...
  • Tupac Amaru Shakur

    Step into the world of the 90s gangsta-rap scene, where Tupac Shakur reigned supreme as both a talented rapper and versatile actor. Even after leaving this world, his musical legacy continues to inspire, with an astonishing 75 million records sold worldwide! Come and celebrate the life of an icon...
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    Snoop Dog (Calvin Broadus Jr)

    Snoop Dogg, one of the most recognizable and successful hip-hop artists in history, was born Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr. in Long Beach, California on October 20th 1971 ...
  • De La Soul

    With their unique sampling and innovative lyrics, De La Soul has made a lasting impact on hip hop. Through the influence of producer Prince Paul, this celebrated trio formed in 1988 with members Posdnuos, Trugoy and Maseo from Long Island’s Amityville neighborhood. They gained notoriety for pioneering jazz rap...
  • The Rise and Fall of Roc-A-Fella Records

    Roc-A-Fella Records was an American record label founded by Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter, Damon “Dame” Dash and Kareem “Biggs” Burke in 1996. The label released albums by Jay-Z, Beanie Sigel, Freeway, and Kanye West, among others. Roc-A-Fella was notable for giving artists creative control and ownership of their masters, something...
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    Christopher “Big Pun” Rios

    There are few rappers in history as respected and revered as Big Pun. From his humble beginnings in the Bronx, to his meteoric rise to fame, to his tragic death at the young age of 28, Big Pun’s life was a roller coaster ride of highs and lows. In...