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<title>Outkast</title>
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<category>Hitmakers</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 10:22:49 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Representing the ATL, Outkast were amongst the first groups to bring national attention to the flourishing southern hip-hop scene. Dre and Big Boi craft some of the most progressive and original tracks around, pairing intricate, highly musical production with articulate lyricism. Backed by Organized Noize's studio wizardry, the group's colorful, thickly accented descriptions of southern life transcend regional boundaries and strike a global chord. Their first album, <I>Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik</I> (1994), swiftly went platinum on the strength of their huge hit "Player's Ball." Subsequent albums have shown a rapidly evolving style that incorporates wide-ranging influences and Dre's experiments with more abstract prose. Their fourth LP, <i>Stankonia</i> propelled them to superstar status, thanks to addictive singles like "Ms. Jackson," "B.O.B.," and "So Fresh, So Clean." Unlike many crews who come out strong only to buckle under the double-edged sword of commercial success, Outkast continue to grow and improve with each release.
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<title>Timbaland</title>
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<category>Producers Corner</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:24:23 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[It's impossible to calculate Timbaland's impact on urban music. Beginning in the mid-'90s, the Virginia producer not only revolutionized how hip-hop and R&B sounded, he also changed how pop audiences view the role of the producer. His work for Missy Elliott and Aaliyah elevated those figures into the spotlight, and introduced a singular production aesthetic that incorporated tabla rhythms and electro flourishes. The sound was witty and eclectic, and the five albums he created with Missy Elliott -- from 1997's <i>Supa Dupa Fly</i> to 2003's <i>This is Not a Test</i> -- are among Southern hip-hop's most treasured. They were immediate and visceral, alternately giant and quirky, building bombast out of world music nuances. You can hear Timbaland's influence in nearly every Southern and Midwestern producer, and his sound has been adopted by pop acts ranging from Justin Timberlake to Nelly Furtado. He is among the most respected figures in hip-hop, and in many ways is comparable to legendary pop producers such as Phil Spector.
- Sam Chennault]]></description>
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<title>UGK</title>
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<category>Texas/ H-Town</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 6 Dec 2009 09:55:39 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Also known as UGK, the Underground Kingz came out of Port Arthur, Texas, in the early 1990s. Comprised of Pimp C and Bun B, they released two EPs on the independent label Big Tyme that were loaded with supremely funky production and charismatic rhymes mostly focused on the crack cocaine trade. In 1992, they signed to Jive and dropped their major label debut, <I>Too Hard to Swallow</I>. Two more LPs, <I>Super Tight</I> and the classic <I>Ridin' Dirty</I>, came out in the '90s, and the duo essentially owned the South. In 2000, they hit the mainstream, teaming up with Jay-Z for his smash hit "Big Pimpin'." More popular than ever, UGK released <I>Dirty Money</I> the following year, and then <I>Side Hustles</I> in 2002. Their career was derailed that year when Pimp C was incarcerated for flashing a gun; he was released in 2005. In 2007, the group released its acclaimed comeback disk, <i>Underground Kingz</i>, but later that year, Pimp C died in a hotel room in Los Angeles. With his passing, hip-hop lost one of its most beloved figures. In 2009, the group released <i>UGK 4 Life</i>. Like every UGK record, it's wonderful.
- Sam Chennault]]></description>
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<title>Baby The Birdman</title>
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<category>Dirty South</category>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 09:24:43 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Birdman's resume is impeccable: CEO and founder of Cash Money Records, one of the South's most influential and successful labels; rapper with at least 10 solo and collaborative discs to his name, many of which went platinum; and "daddy" to one of hip-hop's most storied emcees, Lil Wayne. Born and raised in New Orleans' infamous Uptown area, Bryan "Baby" Williams began his career in hip-hop when he and his brother, Ronald Williams, formed Cash Money Records. The label wed hardcore gangster lyrics from local upstarts U.N.L.V., Pimp Daddy and B.G. to the punchy electro funk of Mannie Fresh's productions, a style that borrowed liberally from late-1990s NoLa bounce. Birdman made his debut on the microphone in 1998 as a member of the Big Tymers, which also included Mannie Fresh. Though he's not a great emcee by any measure, he is able to project a lethal mixture of menace and success, and Fresh's beats helped make the Tymers one of the more successful groups in the South during the late '90s and early half of this decade. Birdman's three solo albums, including 2007's hit <I>5 * Stunna</I>, as well as his mentorship of Wayne, have helped the rap vet stay in the spotlight.
- Sam Chennault]]></description>
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<title>Scarface</title>
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<category>Southern Rap/Hip-Hop</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 27 Dec 2009 10:14:29 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[An argument could be made that Scarface is a one-note rapper, but his note is the most complex and darkest in the hip-hop world. Beginning in the late 1980s with the illustrious Geto Boys, the Houston rapper's gruff bark and vividly recounted tales of bloody pathos and drugland betrayal set the template for an entire generation of southern rappers, preceding modern trap rappers by nearly two decades. His solo debut, 1991's gangsta-rap classic <I>Mr. Scarface Is Back</I>, established the 5th Ward word slinger as one of rap's most gifted storytellers. Since then, 'Face has released a few classics, beginning in 1994 with the harrowing and deeply personal <I>The Diary</I>, which produced the excruciatingly vivid "I Seen a Man Die." In 2003 <I>The Fix</I> married the lyricist's dark tales with productions from Kanye West and guest spots from Jay-Z, Nas and Faith Evans. His latest, 2007's <I>Made</I>, is typical 'Face: gritty tales of a dark, violent world.
- Sam Chennault]]></description>
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<title>Trick Daddy</title>
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<category>Dirty South</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 27 Dec 2009 10:14:28 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Arguably the most popular rapper out of Florida, Trick Daddy's first album, <i>Based On A True Story</i>, dropped in 1997, but it was his follow-up, <i>www.thug.com</i>, that really opened the doors for him thanks to the runaway hit single "Naan N*gg*." (That song also gave the world its first glimpse of Trick's female protÃ©gÃ© Trina). Known for his rambunctious humor, infectious beats, and shining gold grill, he continued to drop albums and make hits, scoring two big crossover smashes with "I'm A Thug" and "Take It To The House" off his <i>Thugs Are Us</i> LP. 2002 saw the release of Trick Daddy's fifth album, <i>Thug Holiday</i>, which featured the radio favorite "In Da Wind."]]></description>
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<title>8Ball and MJG</title>
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<category>Memphis</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:43:18 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[In the early 1990s, they were directly responsible for cracking open the coffers of the Southern rap scene and offering the rest of the nation a glimpse of its jewels. Now that their decadently rich Southern flavors have had ample time to sink in, Memphis veterans 8Ball and MJG are undisputed rap royalty. Together with Suave House Records owner Tony Draper, the duo offers a prime example of how to cultivate an original style, not to mention how to grow an independent record business. Pimpology is the name of their game, and the group is as much a staple of the Southern player lifestyle as thick drawls and gold teeth. The contrast between their deliveries -- 8Ball with his lazy, molten flow and MJG with his gruff, fiery energy -- gives them much of their spark, and their detailed, keyboard-based Funk has only gotten better with time.
- Alex Henning]]></description>
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<title>Arrested Development</title>
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<category>90's Rap/Hip-Hop</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 10:22:44 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[This Atlanta-based group found major mainstream success with their 1992 debut album <i>3 Years, 5 Months, And 2 Days In The Life Of...</i>. Merging positive, upbeat vibes with intelligent, socio-political lyricism, their infectious brand of friendly Funk sold millions of records and won them two Grammys. Fueled by the hits "Tennessee" and "Mr. Wendal," Arrested Development seemed to have it all. They released two more albums over the next few years (including <i>Unplugged</i>), but neither matched the critical or commercial impact of their first effort. Leader/emcee Speech released a solo album in 1996, and rumors continue to circulate about an impending reunion.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Master P</title>
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<category>Dirty South</category>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 09:24:38 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[As the general of No Limit Records, Master P has been a major force in bringing southern hip-hop into the national spotlight. With chart-topping hits "Mr. Ice Cream Man" and "Make Em' Say Ugh!" he went from a local hero to a superstar. His camp's rowdy Dirty South Gangsta Rap anthems have spread like wildfire and his label is one of the most powerful and influential in the industry.]]></description>
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<title>South Park Mexican</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:05:24 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[A solo emcee out of Houston, SPM spits straight-up gangsta raps that reflect on a life of hustlin', payin' dues, and reppin' for Latinos. His beats are heavy and catchy with thumping basslines and high-pitched keyboard modulations.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Geto Boys</title>
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<description><![CDATA[A pioneering gangsta crew repping Houston's Fifth Ward, the Geto Boys were the first southern group to find national fame. They began as the Ghetto Boys back in the mid-1980s, and released debut <i>Grip It! On That Other Level</i> in 1989. Fusing fierce production with ultra-hardcore rhymes that casually detailed lifestyles rife with drugs, sex, and murder, they found love in the new but fast-growing Gangsta Rap circuit. Their 1991 release <i>We Can't Be Stopped</i> contained the breakthrough hit "Mind Playing Tricks On Me," a classic track about drug-induced paranoia. The core group split up in 1993, and all the members embarked on solo careers. Former Convicts emcee Big Mike was added to the fold, and a revamped lineup continued to record. The original three got back together in '96 for <i>The Resurrection</i>. Willie D released a solo LP in '00, and Bushwick Bill has put a few albums out as well. Scarface has worked steadily through the years, dropping new records and cameos at a feverish pace.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Goodie Mob</title>
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<category>Southern Rap/Hip-Hop</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 1 Dec 2009 09:48:02 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[If you've been avoiding your old friend hip-hop because you're fed up with those materialistic, gun-toting ways, then you need to point your ears towards Georgia. If you're wondering who stole the soul and left rap music riddled with pop hook-stealing sellouts, you ought to launch a private investigation of the Goodie Mob. Evidently, they've snatched up all the heart and are hoarding it in Atlanta. The group's name is actually an acronym for "the Good Die Mostly Over B*llsh*t." Their music is primarily dedicated to showing listeners it doesn't have to be that way. Backed by innovative production unit Organized Noize, the Mob delves deeply into the ghetto experience. But rather than glorify the drug-driven violence that's increasingly representative of urban existence, they battle the societal factors and mental conditioning behind it. You can feel their soulful sincerity, poured generously into each gruff, Southern Rap and in every expansive harmony.
- Alex Henning]]></description>
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<title>Jermaine Dupri</title>
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<category>Hitmakers</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:56:27 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[A platinum-selling producer/rapper/label CEO from Atlanta, Jermaine Dupri's legendary career is impossible to front on. His reign on the pop charts began in the early 1990s, when he discovered Kris Kross, producing their debut LP that sold over four million copies. He also contributed tracks to early TLC albums, and soon introduced the world to both Xscape and Da Brat. All recorded platinum records for JD's So So Def label. At this stage in the game, he started lacing tracks for a wide variety of established superstars, including Mariah Carey and Jay-Z. He also recorded <i>Life In 1472</i>, a compilation-style album featuring a virtual who's-who of the hip-hop and R&B world. In 2000 JD upped the ante even more, with Lil Bow Wow's debut <i>Beware Of Dog</i> blowing up from coast to coast. 2001 saw the release of <i>Instructions</i>, featuring cameos from Ludacris, Nate Dogg, and UGK.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>69 Boyz</title>
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<category>Miami Bass</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:06:58 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[A Jacksonville booty squad best known for their 1994 hit "Tootsee Roll," the 69 Boyz are all about the bass. Backed by party-rockin' production from C.C. Lemonhead and Jay-Ski (of Quad City DJs and 95 South), the freaky foursome spit playful rhymes about loose girls and living large. They've dropped four albums since 1994.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Mannie Fresh</title>
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<category>Producers Corner</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:38:59 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[The musical maestro behind Cash Money Records' tremendous success, Mannie Fresh is revered for his signature production style that has made superstars out of Juvenile and Baby the Birdman among others. One of New Orleans' original hip-hop DJs, Fresh has been living up to his name since the mid-'80s, when he was spinning at parties and clubs around the Big Easy. Hooking up with Cash Money, he soon became the in-house producer for every artist on the label, focusing on teenage rapper B.G., alligator-wrestler-turned-emcee Juvenile and the Hot Boys supergroup, plus comprising one-half of the Big Tymers. In the late-'90s, Mannie's syncopated, bottom-heavy beats had spread from the Dirty South to the mainstream on the strength of better distribution through Universal and a string of infectious, chart-topping hits such as "Ha," "Back That Azz Up," "Bling Bling," "We On Fire" and "Project Chick." Though several of Cash Money's marquee acts have since left the label, Mannie remains, continuing to craft hits for the team. In late 2004, he released his highly anticipated solo debut <I>The Mind Of Mannie Fresh</I>.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Hot Boys</title>
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<category>Dirty South</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:49:44 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Although they were already very successful in the South and Midwest, 1999 was the year the Hot Boys took over the world. Hailing from New Orleans, the four-man powerhouse of B.G., Juvenile, Lil' Wayne, and Turk lit the charts on fire with a slew of Dirty South hits. Led by the infectiously freaky electro-crunk production of Mannie Fresh, the young emcees built an enormous following with their heavily accented flows and graphic depictions of life in Chopper City. With each member flexing a distinct rhyme style, the Hot Boys are constantly bringing the bangers on solo albums and group projects alike. From the ice-rocking anthem "Bling Bling" to the chart-owning "Back That Azz Up" to the lady-loving "I Need A Hot Girl," the Cash Money crew certainly knows how to make hits. Unfortunately, the Hot Boys wouldn't last as a group, with all the members except Lil' Wayne bouncing from the label due to beef over money. Juvenile eventually returned to release <i>Juve The Great</i>, then left again. BG is struggling with heroin addiction and trying to start his own label, while Turk was arrested in early 2004 for allegedly shooting two cops during a drug raid in Memphis.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Fat Pat</title>
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<category>Southern Rap/Hip-Hop</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 4 Dec 2009 13:19:55 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Triple Six Mafia</title>
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<category>Memphis</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 12:40:18 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Organized Noize</title>
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<category>Producers Corner</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:19:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[A three-man production crew from Atlanta, Organized Noize scored their first big hit with TLC's "Waterfalls." They were the main sonic force behind several acclaimed albums by Goodie Mob and Outkast, fusing soulful live instrumentation with creative exploration and lending credibility to a southern scene dominated by Master P and his imitators. They eventually started their own label with artists like Witchdoctor and Cool Breeze but saw limited success. Organized Noize have also produced for Curtis Mayfield, Kurupt, and En Vogue, and have contributed to more than a dozen movie soundtracks. In 1997 they were declared "producers of the year" by <i>The Source</i> magazine.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>J.T. Money</title>
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<category>Dirty South</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:06:59 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Miami rapper and one-time member of the Poison Clan, J.T. Money rocks upbeat rhymes that primarily center around bagging ho's and being a pimp. Bouncy production and chant-along choruses are distinctly Southern, creating a glamorously rowdy, playa-party vibe.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>Mia X</title>
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<category>Dirty South</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 10:23:03 -0800</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[New Orleans emcee and the first female member of No Limit, Mia X delivers high-pitched rhymes about murder, sex and being a soldier. Tracks like "True B@tches" and "Play With Pu$$y" draw obvious comparisons to femmes fatale Lil' Kim and Foxy Brown.
- Brolin Winning]]></description>
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<title>5th Ward Boyz</title>
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<category>Texas/ H-Town</category>
<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 10:50:10 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[A long-standing trio from Houston's notorious Fifth Ward, aka Bloody Nickel. E-Rock, 007, and Lo Life have been crafting some of the tightest southern Gangsta Rap since their 1991 debut <i>Ghetto Dope</i>. Their deep flows relay the intensity of shady streets, with graphic verses depicting everyday hustlin', hair-trigger thugs, and the inner workings of the pimp game. Production is always on point and funky, with thick bass grooves, heavy beats, and intermingling keyboards. Their fifth record, <i>P.W.A. The Album : Keep It Poppin'</i>, was released in 1999.]]></description>
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<title>DJ Smurf</title>
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<category>Miami Bass</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 8 Jul 2009 13:07:41 -0700</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:23:48 -0700</pubDate>
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