Busta Rhymes, one of the most influential rappers of all time, was born on May 20, 1972, in Brooklyn, New York. From an early age, he was exposed to the vibrant hip-hop culture that was brewing in NYC in the late 70s and early 80s. He was raised in a Jamaican household, which heavily influenced […]
Soundbombing II was one of the biggest and most impactful releases by Rawkus Records, a major player in the rap and hip-hop scene during the late 90s and early 2000s. This album, which dropped on May 18th, 1999, was a follow-up to the critically acclaimed original Soundbombing release. It featured some of the biggest names […]
Pledge (stylized as PL3DGE) is the fourth studio album by American hip-hop recording artist Killer Mike. It was released on May 17, 2011, through SMC Recordings, Grind Time Official, Tree Leaf Records, and Grand Hustle Records. The album’s production was handled by Tha Bizness, No I.D., Flying Lotus, The Beat Bullies, DJ Speedy, Raz of […]
Roc Raida was a legendary hip-hop DJ, known for his innovative scratching and beat-juggling techniques. He was born on May 20, 1972 and grew up in the Bronx, where he was exposed to the emerging hip-hop scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s. He was a member of the X-Ecutioners, one of the most […]
Edward K. Archer, who is commonly known by his stage name Special Ed, is an American rapper and producer, born on May 16, 1972. He made his mark with the release of his debut album Youngest in Charge in 1989, which featured chart-topping songs such as “I Got It Made,” “Think About It,” and “I’m […]
PeteStrumentals is a musical piece that deserves praise for a number of reasons. First, it features the musical talents of Pete Rock, who is among the most respected hip-hop producers of all time. Second, it is an instrumental album, which means it showcases Pete’s amazing production skills without relying on the words and rhymes of […]
Percy Robert Miller Sr., more commonly known by his stage name Master P, is a multi-talented American individual who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry as a rapper, record producer, actor, record executive, and entrepreneur. He founded the record label, No Limit Records, and successfully built it up into one of […]
In the world of rap, there are few names immediately recognizable as Too $hort. The American rapper and producer, born Todd Anthony Shaw, made his name in the West Coast hip-hop scene in the late 1980s. He brought a unique style to the genre, with lyrics that often focused on themes of promiscuity, drug culture, […]
The Infamous, released by Mobb Deep on April 25th, 1995, stands as one of the greatest and most influential albums in the history of hip-hop. Produced by Havoc, the album features gritty beats, storytelling lyrics, and an unmistakable sample-based sound that made it an instant classic upon its release. With tracks like “Survival of the […]
Shawntae Harris-Dupart, also known by her stage name Da Brat, has made a significant impact on the American rap scene since her career began in the early 1990s. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, she quickly rose to prominence after signing with So So Def Records in 1992. Da Brat’s debut album, Funkdafied, released in […]
