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Apollo Brown was born on June 20, 1980. He is a Detroit-based record producer who has released several critically acclaimed albums over the course of his career. Despite not achieving mainstream success, Apollo Brown has gained a loyal fanbase due to his unique style and dedication to his craft. He creates using vintage equipment and […]
DeShaun Dupree Holton, better known by his stage name Proof, was a prominent figure in the Detroit hip-hop scene and a close friend of rapper Eminem. On April 11, 2006, the music world mourned his untimely death at just 32 years of age. As a founding member of the rap group D12, Proof played a […]
Danny Brown was born on March 16, 1981, in Detroit, Michigan, a city well-known for its rich musical history. His upbringing in this vibrant environment shaped Brown’s unique artistic style, which has become a trademark of his music. Overcoming numerous obstacles throughout his life, he developed a resilient character that allowed him to thrive in […]
In March of 2007, Black Milk unveiled his second album, Popular Demand. The Detroit rapper’s album was highly anticipated and quickly became a cult classic. The polished and catchy beats took hip-hop fans by storm and helped solidify Black Milk’s place in the rap game. With the assistance of his in-house production team, B.R. Gunna, […]
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 […]
James Dewitt Yancey (February 7, 1974 – February 10, 2006), better known by the stage names J Dilla and Jay Dee, was an American record producer, drummer, rapper, and songwriter. He emerged in the mid-1990s underground hip-hop scene in Detroit, Michigan, as a member of the group Slum Village. He was also a member of […]
Donuts is the second and final studio album by the American hip hop producer J Dilla, released on February 7, 2006, by Stones Throw Records. It was released on the day of his 32nd birthday, three days before his death. The album was recorded in 2005, largely during J Dilla’s extended stay at Cedars-Sinai Medical […]
Byron Dwayne “Guilty” Simpson was born in 1980 in Detroit, MI. Guilty Simpson’s music career began in 1996 and he went on to work with J Dilla, Madlib, and Black Milk. His work has been distributed by Duck Down and Stones Throw over his decades-long career. He is a witty rhymer with an imposing voice […]
Infinite is the debut studio album by American rapper Eminem. It was released on November 12, 1996, through Web Entertainment. Recording sessions took place at the Bass Brothers’ studio, with production handled by Mr. Porter and Eminem himself. The album features guest vocals from fellow rappers Proof, Mr. Porter, Eye-Kyu, Three, and Thyme, as well […]
Black and Brown! is a collaborative EP by Detroit-based rappers Black Milk and Danny Brown. It was released on November 1, 2011, through Fat Beats Records. The EP is entirely produced by Black Milk. Black and Brown! received generally favorable reviews from critics. Metacritic gave the EP a score of 71, based on 5 reviews. […]
