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Coming after a few underperforming albums, 1991's 'Diamonds and Pearls' was a career reboot for Prince. Continue reading…
When you list the artists who've been snubbed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, one of the most jaw-dropping has to be Janet Jackson. Continue reading…
Black Moon debuts, Erick Sermon goes solo, Eazy-E releases a scathing Dr. Dre diss, MeShell Ndegeocello creates a new soul standard, U-God and Pharoahe Monch make their solo debuts. Continue read...
Chaka Khan is one of the most important singers of the past 50 years - so how can she be kept out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Continue reading…
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'Controversy' is an important title in Prince's vast catalog, showing glimpses of the crossover superstardom that would greet him just three years later. Continue reading…
On this day, Prince released Controversy, LL Cool J dropped Phenomenon, Gravediggaz delivered their second album and Mase scored a major hit for Bad Boy's shiny suit era with "Feels So Good." Con...
George Clinton paints the white house black, Spice 1 is 'Immortalized,' Warren G wants it all, Salt-N-Pepa continue to prove they're 'Very Necessary.' Continue reading…
On this day, Ice-T tackles censorship in rap with his political album, 'The Iceberg/Freedom of Speech... Just Watch What You Say!' Continue reading…
On this day, Atlanta rhymers T.I. and Bubba Sparxxx released their debut albums and Flo Rida got 'Low' with his first hit single. Continue reading…
This will be the fifth time LL Cool J's been considered for induction into the Hall of Fame. Continue reading…
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Prince's third album was a clear artistic advancement on its predecessor, exploring adult themes in a daring way. Continue reading…
On this day in hip-hop and R&B history, Teddy Riley was born, Prince showed off his 'Dirty Mind' and Vanilla Ice geared up for his movie debut. Continue reading…
On this day, Ms. Jackson unveils her 'Velvet Rope' and Ludacris serves up 'Chicken-n-Beer.' Also, MC Lyte and Toni Braxton celebrate birthdays. Continue reading…
On this day, Jason Nevins remixes Run-DMC and veteran hip-hoppers De La Soul, Wyclef Jean and Digital Underground drop new projects. Continue reading…
TLC became the best-selling American female group of all time, but how well do you know the trio's discography? Check out their most underrated tunes. Continue reading…
MC Lyte establishes herself as a premier emcee, Scarface releases a slept-on banger, VH1 pays proper homage to hip-hop, and Black Thought is born. Continue reading…
https://theboombox.com/black-thought-is-born-oct-3-in-hip-hop-history/
On this day, Don Cornelius becomes the conductor of 'Soul Train' and Ja Rule releases his most successful album, 'Pain Is Love.' Continue reading…
On 'Tha Carter V' album, Weezy samples several classic songs from G. Dep, 2 Chainz, Dr. Dre and more. Continue reading…
On this day, Digable Planets changed the rap landscape with their debut album and Lil Wayne is born. Continue reading…
Prince released 'The Gold Experience' in the middle of his public feud with Warner Bros. Continue reading…
2Pac's Thug Life drops, Ludacris undergoes 'Release Therapy,' J.Lo declares she's still from "the block," Shyne makes his Bad Boy debut, and Serena Williams is born. Continue reading…
While “Billie Jean” gave us flair, “Beat It” gave us defiance, and “Thriller” gave us nightmares, it was Thriller’s sixth single “P.Y.T.” that provided a timeless jolt of ecstas...
On this day, OutKast released 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below,' and Jermaine Dupri and LisaRaye McCoy celebrate birthdays. Continue reading…
Faith Evans releases a signature ballad, Destiny's Child returns for their final album, and Missy Elliott delivers the goods with her second single. Continue reading…
Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock release one of the biggest songs in the history of rap and Craig Mack helps put Bad Boy Records on the map. Continue reading…
On this day, Nile Rodgers is born and Cam'ron, Lupe Fiasco and Nature drop their new albums. Continue reading…
On this day, Janet Jackson gets the nation grooving with her groundbreaking project and Color Me Badd delivers sexy debut album. Continue reading…
Drake went from 'Degrassi' to rap stardom with 'So Far Gone.' Plus, we take a look back at Eve's short-lived comedy series. Continue reading…
Ice Cube releases the scathing "True to the Game," Amy Winehouse and Nas are born, Destiny's Child cements their legacy and Michael Jackson faces sexual abuse claims. Continue reading…
On this day, Mariah Carey breaks records with "Fantasy," Kool G Rap continues his lyrical reign, Snoop Dogg and Pharrell make everyone "drop it like it's hot" and Jennifer Hudson is born. Continu...
https://theboombox.com/snoop-dogg-pharrell-make-you-drop-it-like-its-hot-sept-12-in-hip-hop-history/
On this day, we remember the lives lost and the heroes of September 11. Continue reading…
On this day, we remember two West Coast hip-hop icons and salute Michael Jackson's 'Bad.' Shamone! Continue reading…
Cam'ron turns down Dame Dash's Roc-A-Fella offer and Young MC drops his debut album, 'Stone Cold Rhymin'.' Continue reading…
Beyoncé arrives on planet Earth, super producer/DJ Mark Ronson is born, and Usher lets the world in on his relationship with Chilli via "U Got It Bad." Continue reading…
https://theboombox.com/beyonce-is-born-sept-4-hip-hop-history/
B.G. is born, Queen Latifah drops an important album, TLC delivers their fun brand of R&B/hip-hop, and Junior M.A.F.I.A. helps Lil Kim launch her solo career. Continue reading…