Rapper, producer, record label executive, and all-around mogul – Sean “P. Diddy” Combs really is the man. As he achieved massive commercial success in the 90s, he helped cement hip-hop’s place in pop culture. His journey from the streets of Harlem to the pinnacle of global fame is a quintessential success story … Read more
Ludacris is one of the famous male singers who got their big break in 2000. He is mostly known for his unique ‘Dirty South’ sound rap. Aside from rapping, Ludacris is also a decent actor. He was best known for his role as Tej Parker in ‘The Fast and the Furious ‘movies. Born … Read more
Formed in 1986 in Long Island, New York, Public Enemy is a hip hop group that consists of Flavor Flav, DJ Lord, Keith Schocklee, and Chuck D. Keith. They are popularly known for their politically charged music, their active interest in the concerns of the African American community, and their criticism of … Read more
Most of us probably remembered DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince as the musical duo that launched the music and acting career of Will Smith. But during their heyday, this hip-hop duo from West Philadelphia played a big role in making rap music more relatable for pop music fans and young … Read more
Early life and music career Soul singer-songwriter Joe Tex was born Joseph Arrington Jr. in Rogers, Texas, in 1933. Musically talented, he was already playing baritone saxophone and singing in their local church. Tex entered several local singing contests. He won a cash prize (plus a trip to New York City) at … Read more