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- The so-called Third Coast found its voice in the 1980s, when Houston’s Rap-A-Lot record label was founded. James Smith founded Rap-A-Lot in 1986 after meeting up-and-coming teens Keith Rogers and Oscar Ceres and decided to back them financially.
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Aug 1, 2023 · The bond between Texans and hip-hop runs as deep as blood. I should know: I live in San Antonio now, but I grew up in a small town called Seguin, a little over two hours west of Houston.
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The Geto Boys, as developed and produced by James Prince, would become Houston’s first nationally recognized hip-hop group, on the strength of the group’s signature song, 1991’s “Mind Playing Tricks on Me.”
Aug 31, 2013 · To this day, '80s labels like Rap-A-Lot Records promote acclaimed Houston artists like Z-Ro, Devin the Dude and Juvenile on the national stage. In October, Bun B will release his much-anticipated ...
- Pimp C. 726 votes. As one-half of the iconic hip-hop duo UGK, Pimp C was an integral force behind the development of the Dirty South sound, specifically in Houston.
- DJ Screw. 580 votes. Blessed with a unique and innovative style, the late DJ Screw can easily be hailed as a game-changer in the hip-hop scene. With his groundbreaking technique of slowing down and chopping up tracks, known as "screwed," he created an entirely new subgenre, Screwed & Chopped, which has since been a significant influence on rap music.
- Z-Ro. 709 votes. Hailing from Houston's south side, Z-Ro is undeniably one of the city's most celebrated MCs, often referred to as "the Mo City Don" after his hometown neighborhood, Missouri City.
- Bun B. 642 votes. Arguably one of the most respected and revered MCs hailing from Houston, Bun B's work with the legendary duo UGK, alongside Pimp C, put Southern rap on the map.
Oct 9, 2018 · Walker wrote text for two books that combined words and photography, all based on Houston’s hip-hop scene. He and photographer Peter Beste published “Houston Rap” five years ago, a book ...
Aug 10, 2023 · As hip-hop marks its 50th anniversary, these Houston artists and more name their favorite albums, singles or pieces that represent H-Town. By Craig Lindsey Aug 10, 2023. Geto Boys. Via Rap-A-Lot ...
