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Top 10 Best Rap Artists of the 1990's

Written by Nick Mayer, Yahoo!

Friday, 09 March 2012 01:49

Back in the days of the 1990's, rap was much more about making a statement and voicing opinions than it was about rapping about making money and women. These top 10 rappers from back in the 1990's were easily the best artists of their time, and possibly ever. Each one of these artists have a special place in the top 10 because of each individual's accomplishments in the rap industry in the 1990's.

1. Tupac Shakur - Easily the best rapper of all time. Most people would agree that he did more for the rap industry than any other artist ever, let alone in the 90's. With songs such as Dear Mama, Brenda's Got a Baby, and California Love, Shakur made the rap industry much more legitimate, even in the mainstream. In 1996, Tupac was shot four times and died a few days after. This adds even more to his legacy as the best rapper to ever live.

2. Nas - Lyrically, Nas is probably the best rapper ever. His lyrics and statements he made in his songs were what made him so big. His songs like Ether and Hip Hop is Dead have propelled him into the heralded #2 spot. Nas has done more for the music industry than most anyone in the entire genre of rap.

3. Jay-Z - Here is possibly one of the most financially successful rap artists ever. He owns his own club and part of the New Jersey Nets. Though he was, and still is, one of the most monetarily successful rappers, this does not mean that he sold out in any way. Jay-Z is still coming out with quality material, even though he has "retired." Though he started in the mid 80's, his presence in the 1990's is undeniable and should be considered to be one of the best rap artists of all time.

4. NWA - Here is probably one of the more unknown artists to the general public. They were a highly controversial group back in the 90's and for some time they were actually banned from all US radio stations. This did not stop them from succeeding though. With such famous artists like Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and others there was no way that NWA would not still be heard.

5. Notorious BIG - Also known as Biggie Smalls, BIG was one of the most popular and one of the "biggest" rap artists of the 1990's. After dropping out of high school when he turned 17, Notorious BIG spent his time trying to get signed as a rapper. Obviously it happened and he became one of the top rappers of his time. Like many of the famous rappers in the 90's, Notorious BIG also died at an early age due to a shooting. His presence in the rap industry will always be felt.

6. Dr. Dre - After a great rapping career in NWA, he quickly branched off and started a fantastic solo career. Though he did have an exceptional rapping career, he had much bigger of an impact as being a producer. He has produced many albums during his career.

7. Bone Thugs N Harmony - These guys could be considered to be one of the better rappers of the 90's. Though they used to open for good rappers like Eazy-E, they soon became just as big. They are known for their quick rhymes and, obviously, their harmonies.

8. Snoop Dogg - Here is one of my favorite rappers from the 1990's. Snoop Dogg has been a force in the music industry for years. Starting in 1993 with "Doggystyle" all the way through to "Malice in Wonderland" set to release in 2009, Snoop Dogg has been one of the premier acts in the rap industry for his entire career.

9. Ice Cube - O'Shea Jackson, commonly known as Ice Cube, was another part of NWA. After the disbandment of NWA, Ice Cube went directly into a solo career. When he released AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted, he successfully launched the beginning of Ice Cube.

10. Master P - Though most may remember him as Percy Miller, the basketball player who once played for the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors, he also made quite a career in rapping. He can be considered to have the most successful financial career. He has played basketball, made many rap albums, started a record company, and much more that added to his overall wealth. Just based on his overall success, it should be fair to add him on the top 10 rappers of all time.

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Monday, 05 March 2012 14:56

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RELEASES NEW ALBUM “WE ARE THE ONE”

Written by Frenkie
Sunday, 04 March 2012 01:58
This energetic LA band offers a musical interpretation of the state of the American life from a multicultural point of view. “This record picks up where many artists left off in the early 70s,” says guitarist Michael Sanders. Several Upcoming So. Cal Shows! Vesper Public Relations. — Armed with a powerful and poignant message, new representatives of the hidden beauty and multi-dimensional spirit of LosAngeles, One Tribe Nation releases its new album “We Are the One”, the band’s musical reflections of the good, the bad, and the immense potential of America. “I can tell you first hand that this group and their latest rola is a must for those that wanna feel that sweet Latino pride when listening to a record” says Frank Miranda President/CEO Star Sound Music Group – Hollywood, CA In support of their upcoming album, the band is already scheduled for multiple performances and promotional interviews in the Southern California: On The Rox (West Hollywood) on March 22 Max Steiner’s (Long Beach) on March 29 Radio Show: “Indies in Motion” (Hollywood) April 16 The Mint (Los Angeles) April 27 http://www.themintla.com/artists/detail/one-tribe-nation “We Are The One” is an album that consists of 11 tracks, including the politically charged title “The Enemy”, the love song “Don’t Let Me Down”, “The Only One”, “We Are The One”, “San Francisco”, “Free My Pain”, “Room To Breathe” , “Free My Pain”, “Don’t Let Me Down”, “Becky’s Song”, “Mended Heart” and the outspoken “It’s Time”, a track whose performance on the steps of City Hall during OccupyLA inspired a video by renowned filmmaker Leonardo Bondani, whose body of work includesMalditaVecindad, Tijuana No, Kid Frost, and El Vuh. Check out the video “It’s Time” (Director’s Cut) a tribute to the world-wide movement inspired by Occupy Wall Street, that is continuously updated to include new footage as movement progresses. Although the band was formerly a solo project for guitarist Sanders, this new record is true collaboration in which band members, Sanders, (vocalist) Quetzal Guerrero,and (bassist) David Filice,and (drummer) David Cowan contributed in a more creatively democratic process with the guidance of (producer) Chris Baseford, who’s worked with such heavy weights as Tommy Lee, John 5, and Rob Zombie, delivers the band’s diverse vision with a powerful driving punch that’s sure to keep listeners rocking and even dancing as they listen. They also brought in session players Dave Schulz (Goo Goo Dolls, Berlin) on keys and well known and respected percussionists Chuck Prada(Sergio Mendes, Michael Jackson, Kelis) and Daniel de Los Reyes (Jennifer Lopez, Sting). The result is an honest portrayal of America today: A mosaic of love, strength, politics and its local repercussions, and the personal power to speak the truth and effect change starting with the individual. “We really wanted to make music with substance that is relevant and inspirational to the listener,” says Quetzal Guerrero. The singer says that growing up as multicultural/multilingual American has always helped him understand and connect with different demographics of people. “In our new album I believe we do exactly that, through our wide range of rhythms, styles and lyrics, One Tribe Nation attempts to find a common ground with everyone and connect with them on a musical level,” says the vocalist. “For us, it’s not about blue, red, left or right, or any other device that’s used to keep us fighting amongst ourselves. It’s about those who build and those who destroy, and the reality is, we all choose a side in this battle by virtue of the decisions we make in our own lives each and every day,” says Michael Sanders, band-leader and guitarist. One Tribe Nation Members: Michael Sanders: Guitar Quetzal Guerrero: Vocal David Filice: Bass David Cowan (YoungProfessor): Drums Daniel de los Reyes: Percussion Chuck Prada: Percussion Dave Schulz: Keys For more information about One Tribe Nation, visit: http://onetribenation.com Press Kit: http://www.sonicbids.com/onetribenation Contact: Press Mariluz González/Vesper PublicRelations This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (818) 667-6403 www.vesperpublicrelations.com Source: CRNLive.com
Last Updated on Sunday, 04 March 2012 02:53

10 Rappers Most Influenced by Biggie

Written by Eastern Blunt
Friday, 09 March 2012 01:29
The Notorious B.I.G.'s presence is still felt 15 years after he died at age 24 in Los Angeles. His silky flow and crafty lyrics became a blueprint for a generation of rappers. Most rappers today would say that he influenced them in one way or another, but here are 10 artists we think were most influenced by Biggie Smalls. http://www.theroot.com
Last Updated on Friday, 09 March 2012 14:57

This past January, Nick Cannon suddenly Reveals He Has Lupus-Like Autoimmune Disease!

Written by HipHopNews24-7
Saturday, 03 March 2012 19:29
This past January, Nick Cannon was suddenly rushed to the hospital for kidney failure. Although Cannon appeared to recover from the incident, a month later the radio host and Hip Hop media personality was forced to drop out of his radio show after suffering blood clots in his lungs. Now, in a recent interview with People Magazine, Cannon opens up about his recent medical emergencies and their cause. He explained that doctors discovered that he suffers from an autoimmune disease akin to lupus which directly caused the failure of his kidneys. "The blood clot thing was probably the scariest because...I've known people who have passed away from that," he explained. "I thought I was getting better, and then [the blood clots] happened, so that kind of came out of nowhere. I'm just trying to make sure I put my health first." He also added, "[The kidney failure was caused by an] autoimmune disease that [doctors] found in my system. They kind of say [my] autoimmune [disease] is – like a lupus type of thing, but no one else in my family has it...it's a lot of stuff, but it's all in order now."
Last Updated on Saturday, 03 March 2012 19:31

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