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Hip Hop Golden Ange Blog
- In Memory Of Ka: Brooklyn’s Poet Of Pain And Reflection 14 October 2024Kaseem Ryan, known to the world as Ka, unexpectedly passed away on October 12, 2024, in New York City. His loss marks the end of an era in Hip Hop, where his unique voice and poetic lyricism left an indelible mark on the culture. Ka wasn’t just a rapper; he was a storyteller, a philosopher, […]HHGA Staff
- De La Soul – 3 Feet High & Rising (1989) | Review 13 October 2024De La Soul’s 3 Feet High and Rising dropped like a technicolor bomb in 1989, shattering expectations and redefining Hip Hop. The Long Island trio—Posdnuos, Trugoy the Dove, and Maseo—alongside visionary producer Prince Paul, brought an entirely new aesthetic to the genre with this release. The album’s creativity, positivity, and experimental production shifted the culture. […]HHGA Staff
- E L U C I D – REVELATOR | Review 11 October 2024ELUCID’s REVELATOR is a bold statement from the New York emcee, elevating his already impressive discography into uncharted territory. Known for his work with the duo Armand Hammer alongside billy woods, this album sees ELUCID stepping confidently into his own artistic vision. After a strong solo debut with Save Yourself (2016) and the introspective follow-up I […]HHGA Staff
- Authenticity In Hip Hop: What It Means To Be A “Real” Emcee In The Age Of Commercialization 11 October 2024Hip Hop isn’t just a genre of music; it’s an entire culture built on the pillars of DJing, emceeing, breakdancing, and graffiti art. Since its birth in the Bronx in the late 1970s, Hip Hop has been a reflection of the community that birthed it—a form of resistance, a voice for the marginalized, and a […]HHGA Staff
- Ultramagnetic MCs – Critical Beatdown (1988) | Review 10 October 2024Released in 1988, Critical Beatdown by Ultramagnetic MCs is a pioneering album in Hip Hop history, revered for its innovation in both production and lyrical delivery. Comprised of Kool Keith, Ced Gee, TR Love, and DJ Moe Love, Ultramagnetic MCs brought a futuristic, boundary-pushing approach to their music. Their debut album is packed with dense, […]HHGA Staff
- Slick Rick – The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick (1988) | Review 10 October 2024Slick Rick’s The Great Adventures of Slick Rick, released in 1988, is an essential album in the development of Hip Hop, one that remains deeply respected for its storytelling and lyricism. Slick Rick’s debut album was audacious and imaginative, mixing humor, braggadocio, and reflective narratives, all delivered with his unmistakable style. At a time when […]HHGA Staff
- Nas – Illmatic (1994) | Review 8 October 2024Nas’ Illmatic, released in 1994, is widely regarded as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time, a statement that’s been repeated so often it almost seems redundant to say. But what makes Illmatic so remarkable is not only its technical excellence but also its lasting impact on the genre and culture of […]HHGA Staff
- Geto Boys – The Geto Boys (1990) | Review 5 October 2024Geto Boys’ 1990 self-titled remix album, The Geto Boys, is a pivotal project in the group’s career and the development of Southern Hip Hop. This release, remixes and reimagines tracks from their earlier efforts, Making Trouble (1988) and mainly Grip It! On That Other Level (1989), introduced the Houston-based group to a wider national audience. […]HHGA Staff
- Geto Boys: Hip Hop’s Grittiest Innovators 5 October 2024The Geto Boys, the Houston-based rap group, are often credited with pioneering Southern Hip Hop, creating a lasting legacy through their confrontational, raw, and sometimes controversial approach. They were known for their unflinching narratives, tackling themes such as inner-city violence, mental health, and social struggles. Over their career, the group experienced numerous lineup changes, internal […]HHGA Staff
- Stop The Violence Movement – “Self Destruction” (1989) 5 October 2024The Stop the Violence Movement was started by KRS-One in 1989 in response to violence in the Hip Hop and African American communities. In 1988, during a concert by Boogie Down Productions and Public Enemy, a young fan was killed in a fight. The killing occurred shortly after Scott La Rock, a founding member of Boogie […]Daily Video
- A Tribe Called Quest: Innovators Of Jazz-Rap And Hip Hop’s Golden Age 30 September 2024A Tribe Called Quest, often referred to simply as ATCQ, brought an unparalleled blend of musical innovation, conscious lyricism, and artistic unity to Hip Hop. Founded in Queens, New York, in 1985, the group consisted of Q-Tip (Kamaal Ibn John Fareed), Phife Dawg (Malik Taylor), Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi White. Through a career that […]HHGA Staff
- Public Enemy: Revolutionizing Hip Hop With Politics And Power 27 September 2024Public Enemy burst onto the Hip Hop scene in the late 1980s, delivering a message that transcended music. More than a group with catchy beats and lyrical wordplay, they became known for their outspoken political stance, tackling issues of race, inequality, and social justice. Formed in Long Island, New York, Public Enemy stood out immediately, […]HHGA Staff
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