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L.A. Dream Team
5,134 listeners
The L.A. Dream Team was an old school west coast hip-hop act from Los Angeles, California, active from 1985-1989, 1993, and 1996. They are … read moreThe L.A. Dream Team was an old school west coast hip-hop act from Los Angeles, California, active from 1985-1989, 1993, and 1996. They are part of an elite and small group of rappers that pioneered the newly emerging electro-hop scene on… read moreThe L.A. Dream Team was an old school west coast hip-hop act from Los Angeles, California, active from 1985-1989, 1993, and 1996. They are part of an elite and small group of rappers that pioneered the newly emerging electro-hop scene on the west coast. The founder of the L.A. Dream Team, Rudy Pa… read more -
World Class Wreckin' Cru
16,820 listeners
The World Class Wreckin' Cru was a 1980s electro-hop and rap group from Compton, California formed by nightclub owner Alonzo Williams,… read moreThe World Class Wreckin' Cru was a 1980s electro-hop and rap group from Compton, California formed by nightclub owner Alonzo Williams, known in the business as "Lonzo." Other members of the fluctuating line-up included DJ … read moreThe World Class Wreckin' Cru was a 1980s electro-hop and rap group from Compton, California formed by nightclub owner Alonzo Williams, known in the business as "Lonzo." Other members of the fluctuating line-up included DJ Yella, Dr. Dre, Shakespeare, Cli-N-Tel, and Mona Lisa Young.… read more -
The Fearless Four
9,371 listeners
The Fearless Four were an old school rap crew from New York, best known for their song "Rockin' It", which was based on a tr… read moreThe Fearless Four were an old school rap crew from New York, best known for their song "Rockin' It", which was based on a track by Kraftwerk and featured in the 1983 movie Style Wars. The Fearless Four had six members: The… read moreThe Fearless Four were an old school rap crew from New York, best known for their song "Rockin' It", which was based on a track by Kraftwerk and featured in the 1983 movie Style Wars. The Fearless Four had six members: The Great Peso, Devastating Tito, Mighty Mike C, Krazy Eddie, OC, and DLB. View wiki -
Rich Cason and the Galactic Orchestra
178 listeners
Rich Cason, and his full musical act, Rich Cason and The Galactic Orchestra, are considered to be pioneers of electro-hop and founders of o… read moreRich Cason, and his full musical act, Rich Cason and The Galactic Orchestra, are considered to be pioneers of electro-hop and founders of old school west coast hip-hop. Rich Cason worked with Duffy Hooks III and Rappers Rapp Disco Co. t… read moreRich Cason, and his full musical act, Rich Cason and The Galactic Orchestra, are considered to be pioneers of electro-hop and founders of old school west coast hip-hop. Rich Cason worked with Duffy Hooks III and Rappers Rapp Disco Co. to co-produce and write much of the material released on that… read more -
Chris "The Glove" Taylor
688 listeners
Chris "The Glove" Taylor was an old school west coast hip-hop performer and DJ. He has released material from 1982-present. He … read moreChris "The Glove" Taylor was an old school west coast hip-hop performer and DJ. He has released material from 1982-present. He is considered one of the pioneers of west coast scratching. View wikiChris "The Glove" Taylor was an old school west coast hip-hop performer and DJ. He has released material from 1982-present. He is considered one of the pioneers of west coast scratching. View wiki -
Disco Daddy & Captain Rapp
249 listeners
Disco Daddy & Captain Rapp were the west coast's first hip-hop and rap duo. They released the first west coast rap recording, 198… read moreDisco Daddy & Captain Rapp were the west coast's first hip-hop and rap duo. They released the first west coast rap recording, 1981's The Gigolo Rapp, under the brand new Rappers Rapp Disco Co.. They would continue to coll… read moreDisco Daddy & Captain Rapp were the west coast's first hip-hop and rap duo. They released the first west coast rap recording, 1981's The Gigolo Rapp, under the brand new Rappers Rapp Disco Co.. They would continue to collaborate through the 1980s and release solo material as well … read more -
Knights of the Turntables
1,743 listeners
Founded in 1983, the hip-hop crew Knights of the Turntables based their name on the title of the Cameo album, "Knights of the Soundtab… read moreFounded in 1983, the hip-hop crew Knights of the Turntables based their name on the title of the Cameo album, "Knights of the Soundtable". Lil Rockin G was influenced by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five and The Breakout… read moreFounded in 1983, the hip-hop crew Knights of the Turntables based their name on the title of the Cameo album, "Knights of the Soundtable". Lil Rockin G was influenced by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five and The Breakout Crew which lived in his neighborhood in New York. Then he m… read more -
Jimmy Spicer
8,464 listeners
Jimmy Spicer (James Bromley Spicer, Brooklyn, New York, USA, May 12, 1958 – September 27, 2019) was an American hip hop recording artist wh… read moreJimmy Spicer (James Bromley Spicer, Brooklyn, New York, USA, May 12, 1958 – September 27, 2019) was an American hip hop recording artist who released a number of rap singles during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Spicer was managed by Ru… read moreJimmy Spicer (James Bromley Spicer, Brooklyn, New York, USA, May 12, 1958 – September 27, 2019) was an American hip hop recording artist who released a number of rap singles during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Spicer was managed by Russell Simmons' Rush Management. His single "The Bu… read more -
Whistle
19,561 listeners
A 80's hip hop group out of Brooklyn, New York that were famous for "Still My Girl" "Right Next to Me" and "… read moreA 80's hip hop group out of Brooklyn, New York that were famous for "Still My Girl" "Right Next to Me" and "Do We have a Chance for our Love"; all received much fame on Quiet-Storm playlists. "Al… read moreA 80's hip hop group out of Brooklyn, New York that were famous for "Still My Girl" "Right Next to Me" and "Do We have a Chance for our Love"; all received much fame on Quiet-Storm playlists. "Always and Forever" achieved limited cross-over fame. Mem… read more -
Key-Matic
1,545 listeners
Key-Matic was an old school hip-hop group that released "Breakin' In Space," a 1983 gem designed for breakers, and full of t… read moreKey-Matic was an old school hip-hop group that released "Breakin' In Space," a 1983 gem designed for breakers, and full of the electro-hop sound prevalent at that stage of hip-hop. Key-Matic's Breakin' In Space w… read moreKey-Matic was an old school hip-hop group that released "Breakin' In Space," a 1983 gem designed for breakers, and full of the electro-hop sound prevalent at that stage of hip-hop. Key-Matic's Breakin' In Space was by far Radar Records biggest 'hit', and the rec… read more