Tone-Lōc was one of the most prominent hip-hop artists of the late 80s and 90s, known for massive hits like “Wild Thing” and “Funky Cold Medina”. Born on March 3, 1966, in Los Angeles, Tone-Lōc began his musical career as a rapper and eventually expanded into television and film roles. With his unique voice and […]
Boogie Down Productions released their debut album Criminal Minded on March 3, 1987, which is widely considered to be one of the most influential Hip Hop albums of all time. Led by the legendary KRS-One, Criminal Minded was an instant classic due to its raw beats and socially-conscious lyrics. The album boldly tackled a range […]
El-P of Run The Jewels, born Jaime Meline on March 2, 1975, is a rapper, producer, and label owner from Brooklyn, New York. With a career over two decades, El-P has established himself as a prominent figure in the underground hip-hop scene. El-P is known for his unique style that blends underground hip-hop, industrial music, […]
Method Man was born on March 2, 1971, in Hempstead, New York. His birth name was Clifford Smith but later became known as Method Man, one of the Wu-Tang Clan’s most iconic members. He grew up in Staten Island, where he began his journey toward stardom. He is most notable for his work as a […]
DJ Scott La Rock, whose real name is Scott Sterling, was a talented musician and producer born on March 2, 1962. He is best known for his contributions to the hip-hop group Boogie Down Productions, which was one of the most influential groups in the history of the genre. La Rock played a key role […]
J Dilla’s Welcome 2 Detroit was an iconic release in the underground hip-hop world. Heavily sampling classic soul and R&B records, he created a unique and gritty sound that resonated with many people. It was an immediate success and was praised by critics for its unique blend of samples, choppy drums, and soulful production. It […]
Erykah Badu is a Grammy-award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, and activist born in Dallas, Texas on February 26, 1971. As a child, she was heavily influenced by the music of her mother, who was a vocalist and flutist, as well as jazz and blues artists such as John Coltrane, Miles Davis, and Billie Holiday. Badu has […]
Sex and Violence is the fifth and final album released by hip hop group Boogie Down Productions. The next year, 1993, the group’s lead member, KRS-One, would begin recording under his own name. The track “Build And Destroy” deals with KRS-One’s ideological differences—as a self-proclaimed humanist—with X Clan and its brand of Afrocentrism. Previously, and […]
Little Brother’s debut album, The Listening, hit the shelves on February 25, 2003. This album has been acclaimed as a classic of underground hip-hop, due to its innovative production and lyrical content. Rapping duo Phonte and Big Pooh’s lyrical musings, together with 9th Wonder’s soulful production, made this album a must-listen. The Listening was praised […]
Freeway, born Leslie Pridgen, is a Philadelphia rapper who rose to fame in 2003 with the release of his debut album Philadelphia Freeway. The record was a commercial success and helped launch Freeway’s career as one of the city’s most respected rappers. The album featured a star-studded line-up of producers and guest appearances by Jay-Z, […]
