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- The year was 1993, when a nine-man group from Staten Island in New York would change the face of hip-hop – and the rest of the music industry – forever. As avid martial arts fans, they called themselves Wu-Tang Clan, after the 1983 movie Shaolin and Wu-Tang, and their sound was revolutionary.
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Wu-Tang Clan assembled in late 1992, with RZA as the de facto leader and the group's producer. [ 13 ] RZA and Ol' Dirty Bastard adopted the name for the group after the film Shaolin and Wu Tang. [ 18 ]
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1 day ago · Most importantly though, Wu-Tang are responsible for introducing us to some of the most famous and revered names in the genre. Inspired by classic soul, the dangerous underbelly of New York, and '70’s kung-fu movies, the group have created some of the most unique, idiosyncratic and legendary works in rap history.
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The Wu-Tang Clanis a nine-member hip hop collective that originated in Staten Island, New York, in the early ’90s. Led by rapper and producer the RZA, the Wu-Tang Clan were an undeniable force in East Coast hip hop, and their debut album Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is considered one of the best in the history of the genre. They’ve released seve...
RZA
Robert Diggs, aka RZA., is the group’s leader and primary producer. He was the creative genius behind the group, although they each brought something unique to the table. He is the cousin of other Wu-Tang members, GZA. and Ol Dirty Bastard, who were the group’s three original members. Outside of the Wu-Tang, the RZA has also found success acting and scoring films, in addition to a solo career. The RZA was never my favorite rapper in the Wu-Tang, but I think he’s one of the greatest producers...
GZA
Gary Grice, aka GZA or the Genius, is the cousin of the RZA and one of the founding members of the Wu-Tang. GZA has a one-of-a-kind style that artfully blends science, mathematics, and philosophy. He raps in complex metaphors packed with deeper meaning and has a vivid way with words that makes him one of the most lyrical members of the group. His album Liquid Swords is a hip-hop classic and my personal favorite of all the Wu-Tang albums. GZA is tied with Ghostface Killah as my favorite rapper...
Ol Dirty Bastard
Russell Jones, aka Ol Dirty Bastard or ODB, was the cousin of the RZA and GZA and a founding member of the group. He is one of the most unique voices in the history of hip hop and added both character and comic relief to each Wu-Tang album. ODB had a wild, sing-rap style that was very stream of consciousness and absurd. According to the rapper, his name came from the fact that there “ain’t no father to [his] style.” His solo record Return to the 36 Chambers is one of the most eclectic hip-hop...
Early Days
The RZA, GZA, and ODB had collaborated on music in groups since the ’80s. Both RZA and GZA had brief solo careers and were signed to labels before the Wu-Tang but didn’t see much success. Around that time, RZA was also collaborating with Ghostface, who grew up nearby on Staten Island. They decided to form a group based on their shared interest in comic books, Kung Fu and crime films, eastern religion, and the teachings of the 5% Nation. RZA recruited his cousins GZA and ODB, and Ghost recruit...
Enter the Wu-Tang
The Wu-Tang began working on their debut record in 1992 at Firehouse Studios in NYC. RZA arranged, mixed, and produced the entire album. Because they had a limited budget, they could only afford a small studio where they couldn’t all fit at once. So, RZA used to make them battle each other to decide who would be allowed to record a verse on each song, which is how the record came together. The project debuted on November 9th, 1993, through Loud Recordings. It had a raw, unfiltered quality tha...
Solo Albums
After the success of Enter the Wu-Tang, the RZA started producing a solo album for each member. Part of what made the Wu-Tang so compelling is that they all had their own niche corner of the Wu-Tang universe that was distinct yet borrowed from the same stylistic elements. The run of solo albums started with Tical in 1994, followed by Return to the 36 Chambers, Only Built 4 Cuban Links… Liquid Swords in 1995, and Ironman in 1996. Almost every first-generation Wu-Tang solo album was critically...
Apr 26, 2019 · For a quarter of a century, a group of rappers from Staten Island have been a revolutionary force in hip-hop. Under the banner of one of the most unmistakable symbols in music – the golden W ...
Sep 1, 2022 · Origins. As noted, Wu-Tang Clan formed in Staten Island, New York City in 1992. The original members include legendary names like RZA, GZA, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface...
- Jacob Uitti
- Senior Writer
In this documentary, you'll learn the story of the Wu-Tang Clan, one of the most influential rap groups of all time. In 1993 they released their first album,...
- 15 min
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- THE HOUSE OF CULTURE
Nov 10, 2016 · RZA famously created the group with his family and friends from Staten Island and built a mythos around Wu-Tang steeped in kung fu iconography. The group’s debut album, 1993’s “Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers),” is a nod to the movie.
