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The video is now back online for everyone, enjoy: https://youtu.be/mXz_r_owVyY (Biggie Vs. Craig Mack, OutKast, E-40 & KRS-One)

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June 30th, 1998: Long before they became a global pop-juggernaut, will.i.am, apl.de.ap, and Taboo debuted as a highly respected, conscious alternative rap group called Black Eyed Peas on this day with "Behind the Front". Heavily inspired by ATCQ and De La Soul, the record featured live instrumentation and organic hip-hop foundations. What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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June 30th, 1998: The East Coast supergroup Def Squad consisting of Erick Sermon, Redman, and Keith Murray dropped their highly anticipated collaborative debut "El Niño". Driven by their immense lyrical chemistry and the standout single "Full Cooperation," the album was a major success, debuting at number 2 on the Billboard 200 and bringing raw, fun-loving funk-rap to the masses. What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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June 30th, 2023: Lil Uzi Vert shook up the entire industry by dropping his highly anticipated, boundary-pushing third studio album, "Pink Tape". What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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June 30th, 1998: The legendary N.W.A. lyricist MC Ren released his third studio album "Ruthless for Life". Dedicated heavily to the memory of Eazy-E, the project featured elite bicoastal collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and Big Daddy Kane, reminding the world of Ren's sharp pen. What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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June 30th, 2017: 9 years ago today the world stood still, dissected the lyrics, and realized JAY-Z had just dropped an introspective masterwork. What's your favorite track on "4:44"? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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Who had the better 3 album run?👀

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June 29th, 2004: Detroit hip-hop royalty Slum Village dropped their fourth studio album "Detroit Deli (A Taste of Detroit)". Even though the group’s founding production genius J Dilla had departed to pursue solo work, his spirit remained all over the soulful textures of the record. The album spawned the beautifully smooth crossover hit "Selfish," featuring a magnificent hook from John Legend and production by Kanye West. What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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June 29th, 1999: Four years after releasing "Liquid Swords" (widely considered one of the greatest rap albums ever), the Wu-Tang Clan's resident spiritual head and chief lyricist dropped his third solo album "Beneath the Surface". While it didn't lean as heavily on RZA's production, GZA proved his pencil was as sharp as ever. Backed by tracks like "Crash Your Crew" and features from fellow Wu members Method Man, Masta Killa, and Ol' Dirty Bastard, the album was a critical success, debuting at number 9 on the Billboard 200 and quickly securing a Gold certification. What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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June 29th, 2004: At the absolute peak of G-Unit’s chokehold on the music industry, the group's sharpest lyricist, Lloyd Banks, stepped up for his solo debut "The Hunger for More". Driven by the incredibly catchy, club-ready singles "On Fire" and "Karma," Banks' debut was an instant triumph. It proved he could translate his gritty mixtape-style punchlines into major commercial appeal, comfortably debuting at number 1 on the Billboard 200 and eventually going platinum. What's your favorite track on here? #hiphop #rap #music #throwback

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