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When you think of rap groups, one of the first that comes to mind is The Migos. This group has achieved massive success in a very short time, and much of that can be attributed to the unique style of Takeoff. This artist is one-third of the Migos rap group, and he has quickly become
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2727 ViewsShabba-Doo (Adolfo Quiñones) was born May 11, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in the area that is now called Lincoln Heights. The young Black and Puerto Rican began dancing and putting on shows at family parties around the age of 4, but his professional career took off after moving to California in
Read More114114 ViewsAs Hip Hop culture blossomed throughout the South Bronx in the late 1970s, B-boying became a crucial element that helped settle neighborhood disputes through dance battles instead of violence. Various dance crews were formed throughout the South Bronx, but their popularity began to fade in 1977. Puerto Rican B-boy Jojo, a former hustler who had been
Read More481481 ViewsThe Birth of Drill Music As a subgenre of hip-hop, drill music originated in the Chicago Southside throughout the 2010s. Drill holds similarities to Atlanta’s trap music scene, which also embodies dark production and themes of criminal activity. Emerging from crime-ridden neighborhoods like Chi-Town’s Woodlawn community called “Dro City,” the genre became notorious for its
Read More341341 ViewsFor years, the Midwest has produced some of the most lyrically talented rap acts in Hip Hop. Despite the mainstream appeal that has sometimes eluded the other coasts, Midwest artists have still managed to remain true to their Hip Hop roots. Like other cities, Detroit has seen its share of incredibly talented artists over the
Read More7878 ViewsBorn on June 17, 1987, Kendrick Lamar Duckworth was born in Compton, California to parents Paula Oliver and Kenny Duckworth. Kenny’s affiliation with Chicago street gang the Gangster Disciples led Paula to convince him to relocate to California with her, taking only $500 and two black garbage bags. Initially heading to San Bernardino, California by
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