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On March 5, 1991, Boston’s own Ed O.G. and Da Bulldogs delivered one of the most authentic and socially grounded debuts of ...

For five decades, hip-hop has redefined the soundscape of American music and created a billion-dollar industry in its wake. Hip-hop as we know it has evolved way past its humble beginnings in the ...

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Rapper Chuck D, of Public Enemy fame, is one of several who agree that basketball greats and hip-hop excellence share a similar foundation.