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This day in Hip-hop recognizes the late, great Henry Lee Jackson, better known as Big Bank Hank of the legendary rap group, The Sugarhill Gang.

Jackson's humble beginnings traces back

This day in Hip-hop acknowledges the following iconic albums making their debut on this day, several years back.

Live From The Styleetron (1991)

Flip back to Hip-hop's glorious Golden Age with Gray and Pipitone's new book, No Half Steppin': An Oral and Pictorial History of New York City Club the Latin Quarter and the Bir

Following a long period of media hype and speculation, the pioneering Hip-hop group is back with their latest and last album We Got It From Here... Thank You 4 Your Service.

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November 13, 2004—This day in Hip-hop pays homage to the passing of the iconic Ol' Dirty Bastard.

Most fans recognize Russel Tyrone Jones (ODB) as an original member and co-foun

California native Diamond Ortiz personifies funk in every way, shape and form. It’s in his blood and pulses through his veins. The 31-year-old grew up playing bass in his family’s band,