Colin Mahar

Cam’ron was one of the most iconic rappers in the history of East Coast hip hop. From founding Dipset to starring in the classic film Paid in Full, Cam’ron had a huge impact on rap culture in that era and has cemented his legacy as a true pioneer in the genre. I’ve been listening to […]

Chuck D is the lead vocalist in one of the most influential hip-hop groups of all-time, Public Enemy. His politically charged lyrics defined the sound of hip hop in the mid-80s and ushered in a new era of aggressive, socially conscious rap. My favorite Public Enemy albums are Fear of a Black Planet and It

Bun B is one-half of the legendary Texas rap group UGK. After the passing of his musical partner Pimp C, Bun went on to have a prolific solo career that lasted several decades. Today he is considered a rap veteran and a pioneering figure in Southern hip hop. I’ve been listening to Bun B and

The Beastie Boys are a rap rock trio who helped shape the genre with their raucous yet catchy anthems. One of the most respected white rap groups of all time, the Beastie Boys were responsible for creating some of the most experimental and iconic records of the late 80s and early 90s and helped popularize

Black Thought is among the most lyrically gifted rappers of all time. From co-founding one of the most successful hip-hop groups of the 1990s, the Roots, to dominating as a lyricist into his 50s, Black Thought has had a career full of impressive achievements. Although I became familiar with Black Thought through his work with

2 Chainz is one of the most exciting characters in hip hop and an undeniable force in trap music. From a college basketball star to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in rap with some of the biggest hits of the early 2010s, 2 Chainz has had a fantastic career. I’ve been listening to

P. Diddy is one of the most iconic figures in hip hop and has contributed to some of the greatest albums in music history. From helping shape the career of a young Biggie Smalls to producing seminal albums for Mary J. Blige and Lil Kim, P. Diddy helped create the sound of 90’s hip hop.

Pusha-T is one of the most respected lyricists in rap and has had a long career spanning over two decades. He came into the game as one half of the group Clipse, alongside his brother Malice (now known as No Malice), and went on to have a massively successful solo career. Later on, he teamed

The Wu-Tang Clan is one of the most legendary groups in the history of hip hop. The nine-member collective captivated fans with their unique style heavily influenced by 70’s kung-fu movies, comic book superheroes, blaxploitation films, and eastern philosophy. The group was instrumental in shaping the sound of underground New York City hip hop in