Music
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Anthony Cruz, more popularly known as AZ, was born on March 9, 1972, and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Having a keen interest in music since he was a child, he became one of the most renowned American rappers in the music industry. AZ is famous for his long-time collaboration and frequent association with Nas, […]
Lords of the Underground made their debut in the hip-hop scene with their first album release Here Come The Lords on March 9th, 1993. This East Coast rap trio from Newark, New Jersey, consisting of rappers Doitall, Mr. Funke, and DJ Lord Jazz, quickly made a stamp on the industry with their unique sound that […]
In 1994, Gang Starr, one of the most influential hip-hop duos, released their highly anticipated fourth studio album Hard to Earn. The album received critical acclaim for its clever lyricism and unique production style that pushed the boundaries of the traditional boom-bap sound. Hard to Earn showcased the evolution and refinement of Gang Starr’s artistic […]
New Jack City, a film released on March 8, 1991, took a harrowing and vivid look at the ongoing crack epidemic that plagued communities in America. Wesley Snipes lead the cast of New Jack City as Nino Brown, a ruthless drug lord, and Ice-T as Scotty Appleton, a detective tasked with bringing him to justice. […]
Beanie Sigel, born Dwight E. Grant on March 6, 1974, is a rapper from South Philadelphia. Sigel started his music career in the late 1990s, signing with Roc-A-Fella Records, an American record label founded by Jay-Z. As a young boy, Sigel’s life was far from easy, growing up in South Philly’s projects surrounded by poverty […]
Ed O.G. & Da Bulldogs burst onto the hip-hop scene with the release of their debut album Life Of A Kid In The Ghetto on March 5, 1991. Their unique blend of socially conscious lyrics, hard-hitting beats, and infectious hooks resonated with fans all over the world, and helped pave the way for a new […]
Grand Wizzard Theodore was a legendary hip-hop DJ and producer who emerged from the Bronx in the early 1980s. He is credited with introducing the concept of the “scratch” into hip-hop music, revolutionizing the genre, and inspiring countless generations of DJs and musicians. Born Theodore Livingston on March 5, 1963, his early years were marked […]
Grand Puba was born March 4, 1966 in Wilmington, North Carolina. He later moved to New York City and became a prominent figure in the Golden Age of hip hop, as a member of both Brand Nubian and Masters of Ceremony. Puba emerged as one of the most skilled emcees of the late ’80s and […]
In March of 1989, De La Soul made their debut in the hip-hop industry with the release of their album 3 Feet High and Rising. The album was hailed as groundbreaking and is now considered a classic not only in hip-hop but also in music. With its unique sampling style, positive messages, and inventive wordplay, […]
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 […]
