Cam’s Harlem Origins: Basketball, Bars & Bloodshed Before Purple Haze and pink Range Rovers, there was Cameron Giles, a wiry Harlem point guard with a jump shot and a mouth full of rhymes. Born in 1976, he grew up under the high-rises and hardwoods of uptown New York, raised by...
Three 6 Mafia toward world domination, chapter 2 Three 6 Mafia’s Chapter 2: World Domination garners little love compared to other titles in the crew’s impressive discography, especially within the Memphis rap scene. It’s not a groundbreaking record, but it’s important nonetheless. Released in 1997, this album not only marked...
Own a Piece of the Wu-Tang Legacy: RZA’s E-Mu SP-1200 Up for Auction Sotheby’s, the renowned auction house, is set to auction off a piece of hip-hop history. The E-Mu SP-1200, a vintage sampler that RZA, the mastermind behind the Wu-Tang Clan, used to create their groundbreaking debut album, Enter...
From Old School to The Bling Era: A Comprehensive Guide to Hip-Hop History Hip-hop, a genre deeply entwined with the cultural, social, and political tapestry of our times, embarks on a momentous journey as it commemorates its 50th anniversary in 2023. This grand odyssey of sound serves as an exploration...
Memphis, a city with a rich musical history, has been a breeding ground for influential and underrated artists who have left an indelible mark on the rap scene. This article takes a closer look at some artists who emerged in the early and mid-90s, their contributions, and their lasting impact...
The Genesis of Memphis Rap: The 1980s Memphis, Tennessee, a city steeped in rich musical history, has been a crucible for various music genres, from blues and rock ‘n’ roll to soul and gospel. However, in the 1980s, a new sound emerged from the city’s vibrant streets and neighborhoods –...