written by Kathia Dawson Plus DJ Mo Wilks photo curated by Bryan Edouard As the month of November closed, Berklee College of Music – an institution known for developing premier music talent – recognized music pioneers of the past locally and nationally. Hip-Hop fans from and around the Boston metropolitan area filled the seats at…
By Kathia Dawson, Urban Coordinator HIP HOP ICON The world of hip-hop changed when Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., better known as Snoop Dogg, entered the music industry. Over three decades, he’s become known for his distinctive style, laid-back flow and his ability to bridge generations with his music. On October 20th, 1971, a legend was born. EARLY…
Queen Latifah, is the embodiment of female Hip Hop. She carries herself with fearless energy and takes on the mic as if it were her destiny to do so. Queen Latifah is deservedly on a pedestal that most female rappers look up to, and her legacy continues to carry on.
Few have paved the way for female artists in the Hip Hop industry like Hip Hop trio Salt-N-Pepa. They were the first female rappers to win a Grammy Award for Performance by a Duo or Group, and first all-female rap act to achieve gold and platinum status.
By Breanna Nesbeth, WERS Music Coordinator BIOGRAPHY Roxanne Shanté is one of the first female super stars in Hip Hop. She paved the way for much of what the culture and genre is today. Ironically, Shanté has rarely been discussed as a serious player in Hip Hop’s 50 year history until recently. Shanté, birth name Lolita…