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The Universal Hip Hop Museum is now The Hip Hop Museum opening summer of 2025. The museum is dedicated to the preservation of Hip Hop Culture. #THHM #HipHop50
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Stepping into the new year with a resonating rhythm!
After an incredible celebration commemorating 50 years of Hip Hop, The Hip Hop Museum is ready for an encore in 2024. Here's to another year of preserving and elevating the essence of Hip Hop!
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Wowwwwwww it has been brought to our attention that the legend Prince Markie Dee from the Fat Boys has passed away 😢
May you forever Rest In Peace 🙏🏾🌹
(Do not know the specifics)
We need to make this museum happen so we can preserve stories like Prince for years to come 💯
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Take a look at this Redman clip when he was on Yo! MTV Raps for Live Fridays 🙌🏾.
Fun Fact: This instrumental is from the Das Efx song, "Real Hip Hop," (Pete Rock remix.)"
🎥 IG
@yomtvrapstoday
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When the legendary Grandmaster Flash gives you his stamp of approval, you must have did something right.
Shoutout to DJ Baby B for killing your set at the Namm Show and staying composed while a legend was observing and taking your skills in.
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Some of the most athletic people in the world are Breakers. And in 2024 breakin’ culture will make its official debut as a sport at the Summer Olympic games in Paris, France.
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Shoutout to the American Samoan group Boo Yaa T.R.I.B.E. for their contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
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Shoutout to the Tats Cru for this amazing tribute for DJ Kay Slay 🌹
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“The Boom Bap” flow in Hip Hop will never go out of style. Especially when the flow can be heard and appreciated worldwide. Viewers may not know what is being said, but the passion and love for the culture cannot be ignored. Shoutout to the Filipino rappers in this clip 🙏🏾.
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Shoutout to Arsenio Hall for your contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
“The Arsenio Hall Show” from 1989-1994 created a late night talk show platform for people to be unapologetically black and to showcase their talent.
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From what was a "Back to School Party" that went all around the world, shoutout to IG
@daarenwiillis
from Paris, France for doing their thing in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop culture‼️
#HipHop50
#Paris
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Imagine being poor, white, and from Detroit, but being obsessed with rap music. Now add to that mix that you think you can move your obsession into a career. That’s exactly the space that former battle rapper Eminem found himself in growing up 💯
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This takes some amazing skills!!
Wow, IG:
@bboyjuniorofficiel
keep pushing the Hip Hop culture forward.
Make sure to bring those moves to the Universal Hip Hop Museum when we officially open our doors in 2024.
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In tribute to the late Sinead O’Connor, we remember her collaboration w/ Queen Latifah on the Queen Latifah Show circa ‘00, performing “Princess of the Posse.” A memorable moment where 2 legends from different genres came 2gether, leaving a lasting impact. RIP, Sinead O’Connor.
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Nas, one of the the greatest MC's to ever touch a mic, visited the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop "Golden Era" 1986-1990 exhibition.
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The legendary graffiti artist, Skeme, tagging up a NYC train around 1982.
Skeme began his career in 1978, but painted his first train in 1980. Skeme would later become known as “the king” of the 3 line.
He would consistently tag trains on every line and those tags would
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The [R]Evolution of Hip Hop “Golden Era” 1986-1990 is OFFICIALLY open‼️
Get your ticket NOW to reserve your spot at the hottest exhibit in the world, click here .
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Shoutout to Lil Kim for her contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
Lil Kim's rise to fame began as a member of Junior Mafia. Mentored by the Notorious B.I.G., her debut studio album "Hard Core" was certified double platinum. Her successive releases also topped the charts.
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Shoutout to Yo-Yo for her contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
Yo-Yo's first recorded rap appearance was on Ice Cube's 1990's debut studio album, "AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted."
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Wait till the end‼️ Turning nothing into a beautiful art piece is always amazing to watch. This video illustrates how Hip Hop's element of Graffiti that was once dismissed as a passing fad, has now evolved into a powerful force that shapes cultures, and transcends borders.
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Take a look at this clip back from April of 2021 where there was a private battle called The Grand Master Hip Hop Invitational on BronxNet TV against DJ Perly vs DJ Flawless. DJ Flawless absolutely killed this set.
Hosted by Grandmaster Caz & Grandmaster Melle Mel.
#THHM2025
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The Universal Hip Hop Museum thanks Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) for his contribution of $5 million dollars in federal funding in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop culture.
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From the iconic film 'Krush Groove' in 1985, take a look at this clip of LL Cool J performing 'I Can't Live Without My Radio.' In this scene, the film depicts a young teenager bursting into the Krush Groove office, trying to make a name for himself.
@llcoolj
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Thank you
@FINALLEVEL
for your continuous support of The Universal Hip Hop Museum. We appreciate you for all your contributions to the Hip Hop culture 🙏🏾
And thank you to all those who are serving and have served in our military ✊🏾
Happy Memorial Day ❤️
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Take a look at this clip featuring Hurricane G, the first woman member of the Hit Squad, on the song “Spanish Harlem” by Smif-N-Wessun feat. Tony Touch in 1998.
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Yesterday, the Universal Hip Hop Museum & the Office of Mayor Eric Adams announced a year long citywide partnership to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop Culture.
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Phife Dawg was that “DUDE” and the song “Check the Rhime” from A Tribe Called Quest was an example of how nice he was‼️
RIP 🌹
#HipHop50
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You know what time it is! Flavor Flav visited the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop “Golden Era” 1986-1990.
This is the hottest exhibit in the world, Yeah Booyyyyeee‼️Get your tickets now before it’s too late ⏰
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Brazil's celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop culture is a beautiful sight to see.
As we prepare for the grand opening of The Hip Hop Museum in 2025, this video perfectly illustrates the influence Hip Hop culture has had on the world.
#HipHop50
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Check out this fresh 1989 clip from the
@ApolloTheater
of Heavy D and the Boyz 🙌🏾.
Song: Somebody for Me (Uptown Records)
Heavy D was rough and tough and all that stuff. He made us dance & prance until we huffed & puffed.
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Happy Birthday to the OG Ice T
@FINALLEVEL
🙏🏾🌹
Ice T is a true Hip Hop legend and has done everything you can think of and has done it successfully 💯 We wish you many more years and we appreciate your support as we build our game changing museum 🙏🏾
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RIP to David Jude Jolicoeur professionally known as “Trugoy, the Dove” of the legendary Hip Hop trio, De La Soul.
De La Soul’s arrival on the rap scene was filled with eclectic sounds, messages of positivity and Black consciousness.
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Shoutout to Ed Lover “Co-Host” and TMoney “Comedic Co - Host” along side Ed & Dre for the iconic show Yo! MTV Raps. They both visited the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop “Golden Era” 1986-1990 and had an amazing time reminiscing the time they spent on the show.
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RIP to The Kangol Kid from the iconic group UTFO 🌹
Kangol Kid was an exceptional talent especially w/ the group’s breakout single, Roxanne Roxanne. He did everything from production management to songwriting.
Your legacy will live on forever at the Universal Hip Hop Museum 💯
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Imagine performing for a crowd like that and attracting such a large number of people to your concert. Wu-Tang is one of the few groups who can achieve that and have an entire crowd rapping along to their songs. It's an incredible sight to witness and to see how this culture
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A Hip Hop legend walked through the doors of the [R]Evolution "Goldens Era" yesterday! None other than producer Eric B of the iconic Hip Hop duo, "Eric B & Rakim."
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Shoutout to Monie Love for her contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
Monie Love always brings that international flavor to Hip Hop. Originally from London, England, she moved to the states in the late 80’s. She brought a new audience to Hip Hop garnering the respect of her peers.
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He was rough and tough and all that stuff … he made us dance & prance until we huffed & puffed. There was just no way that we could get enough of Heavy D, aka Mr. Big Stuff. Heavy D was the first “Overweight Lover” in Hip Hop ❤️
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As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop all year long, we have to acknowledge one of the most important figures in this culture.
Happy Birthday Kool Herc and thank you for your contributions 🌹‼️
#HipHop50
#UHHM
#KoolHerc
📸
@ysymfilms
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The Hip Hop Museum would like to congratulate all the DJs that have contributed to this culture from legends to Disco King Mario, Flash, Disco Wiz, Spinderella, Jazzy Joyce, Kool Herc to many more.
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Happy New Years everyone 🥳. The countdown in 2023 to the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop begins NOW‼️ Follow our webpage at for constant updates.
#HipHop50
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Double the legends, double the birthday love! Happy Birthday to the iconic duo, Slick Rick and LL Cool J! 🎉🎂
To Slick Rick, the storyteller extraordinaire, and LL Cool J, The Bell Rocker, we celebrate your incredible contributions to the history of Hip Hop.
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Kurtis Blow had a successful surgery 💯 Thank you to everyone for all your prayers. Lets all wish Kurtis a speedy recovery 🙏🏾
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"The Humpty Dance" is a song by the rap group Digital Underground from their debut album Sex Packets. Released as the second single from the album in January 1990.
Did you know that a young
@2PAC
is a background dancer in the music video?
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Big Lez, former host of Rap City, wished a Happy Birthday to Hip Hop‼️
Big Lez is a multi-hyphenate. She is widely recognized for dancing in the opening credits of Queen Latifah’s hit sitcom “Living Single.”
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PLZ believe it, the legendary Roxanne Shante visited the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop “Golden Era” 1986-1990.
In 1984, a 14-year-old girl named Roxanne Shanté burst onto the Hip-Hop landscape and changed the way that female emcees were seen by the world ❤️.
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Born & raised in Detroit, Boss, also known as Lichelle Laws, was an influential force in the world of rap. She broke barriers & defied stereotypes as a talented woman in a predominantly male-driven industry.
Beginning her journey in the late 1980s, Boss emerged during a time
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Graffiti is often viewed as a guy’s sport. Many think that ladies don’t (or shouldn’t) bother themselves with the grit & grind that is usually associated w/ tagging, throwing up burners, or bombing trains. That’s what they thought. Until the 🌎 got a chance to meet Lady Pink 🔥
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King Holiday, a single released on Jan 13th, 1986 by the King Dream Chorus & Holiday Crew. The song was a tribute to the legend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ❤️
The song featured legendary Hip Hop artists like the Fat Boys, Kurtis Blow, Melle Mel, Whodini, Run DMC & a few others 🌹
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Happy Birthday to the Hip Hop legend Grandmaster Caz 🥳
Today the Official Record of Hip Hop celebrates you and all of your accomplishments in the Hip Hop culture 🌹✊🏾
Member of The Cold Crush Brothers, one of the greatest Hip Hop groups 💯
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As a part of the 50th anniversary celebration of Hip Hop culture, the UHHM, “The Official Record of Hip Hop,” commemorated the 40th anniversary of New Edition. The UHHM is honored to receive their 40th anniversary "Legacy" Tour jackets into the museum’s permanent collection.
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Eric B and Rakim's landmark "Golden Era" album "Paid in Full," was released in 1987. Rakim's skillfully complex rhyme scheme is credited with challenging other rap artists in the recording industry to raise their lyrical creativity.
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Did you know Chris Rock was a DJ and his first DJ name was Whiplash?
📸 Unknown (Tag photographer)
#KnowYaHipHop
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Happy birthday to two very special Hip Hop Icons
@llcoolj
and
@therulernyc
may you both enjoy the best that life has to offer.
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The Universal Hip Hop Museum will officially become "The Hip Hop Museum" today on Thursday, October 19th.
The Hip Hop Museum is a name that’s clear and powerful.
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Today we celebrate Lady B on her amazing contributions to our culture and being a pioneer in the music and the radio industry 🌹
Lady B began with her record To The Beat Yall in 1979 and moving to what she is mostly known for which is an amazing radio personality who assisted...
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Grammy Award winning, Diamond D who is one of the founding members of the “Diggin’ in the Crates Crew” visited the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop “Golden Era” 1986-1990.
The UHHM honored him and his contributions to the culture.
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Check out this video of this 3-year-old DJ practicing his DJ skills. The level of skill is unbelievable. His timing, ability to understand the function of the mixer, and use of the crossfader takes some adults a very long time to learn.
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From the Official Record of Hip Hop, we like to say Happy 50th Anniversary to a culture that has changed the world‼️
The UHHM celebrates and preserves the history of local and global Hip Hop to inspire, empower, and promote understanding.
#UHHMHipHop50
📸 IG
@selvon
.nef
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Shoutout to
@DJScratch
on your amazing contributions to our culture 🌹
DJ Scratch is a multi platinum producer. Producer for acts like Busta, 50, LL, DMX & more. He began as a DJ with the extraordinary duo EPMD. His cutting and scratching techniques made his presence known 🥶
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Shoutout to IG
@h
.yunjoonkim for adding his flavor to the bboy move called “Suicide” or “Dead Man Drop” 🙏🏾. This move was popularized by the Rock Steady Crew legend Frosty Freeze, who showcased it across the world.
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Eric B 4 President 🙌🏾
Cool fun fact: Eric B is on the Board of Trustees of the UHHM. Salute to you and your contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
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Take a quick look at Kool Keith performing “Ease Back” from the debut studio album “Critical Beatdown” with his crew the Ultramagnetic MCs in 1990 at Dingwalls in Camden, London.
Fun Fact: Nas sampled this song for his record “Take It in Blood” in 1996.
#TheHipHopMuseum
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Don’t know about ya, but this is dope‼️
Shoutout IG
@pixisdrones
for this video 🙏🏾.
#UHHM2024
#HipHop50
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Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, Mister Cee honed his craft in the vibrant Hip Hop scene of the late 1980’s. Starting as a mobile DJ, he quickly mesmerized audiences with his impeccable blending of beats and innovative scratching techniques. With an extraordinary career that
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Formed in 1982 on the campus of Adelphi University, Public Enemy was originally composed of Chuck D, Flavor Flav, Terminator X, Professor Griff, Bill Stephney, and Hank Shocklee 🌹
#KnowYaHipHop
#HipHop
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RIP to Grand Daddy I.U. 🙏🏾
I.U. was signed to Cold Chillin’ Records in 1989. His debut album, Smooth Assassin had hit singles such as “Something New” and “Sugar Free”. I.U. worked with Biz Markie, Roxanne Shante, KRS-One, Ice T, Das EFX, and many more.
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Happy Birthday Ice T 🥳!!
@FINALLEVEL
Your UHHM family wish you many more. Thank you for your ongoing support 🙏🏾.
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Take a look at this clip feat. these amazing dancers, Norah, Yarah, & Rosa, who had the opportunity to perform a routine w/ Chicago royalty, Common.
Here at The Hip Hop Museum, we love to see an inter-generational celebration of Hip Hop culture!!
@common
#TheHipHopMuseum
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On May 21st, the UHHM celebrated the Notorious B.I.G.'s 51st birthday by announcing that the lyrics from his 1994 hit "Juicy" will forever be immortalized on the museum's "Lyric Wall." "It was all a dream," and "You never thought Hip Hop would take it this far,"
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Hip Hop is here!
It’s a definitive repository of Hip Hop history, culture, & innovation..
A space where Hip Hop's past, present, & future converge.
Where artists, & enthusiasts from every corner of the globe can come together to write the story of Hip Hop.
Stay Tuned 👀.
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Although the "LL" in LL Cool J may have many meanings, Dr. Dre's speech at LL's 2022 Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame induction may have said it best: "LL stands for "Living Legend."
@llcoolj
@RockTheBells
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Shoutout to Big L for his contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
On May 28th at 12pm EST, Big L is being honored with a street named after him in his hometown of Harlem, New York.
Big L was an exceptional talent with the ability to tell a vivid story lyrically.
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Shoutout 2 Public Enemy on their 35th anniversary of their debut studio album ‘Yo! Bum Rush the Show’ 🙏🏾
Album has been regarded as one of the most influential records 4 Hip Hop. The hard hitting beats & the realistic rhymes gave listeners an inside look on the Black experience.
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Take a look at this fantastic drum piece from Eric Moore at the Tam Tam Percussion Festival in Spain‼️️
The song is "Get Ur Freak On" by newly inducted Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artist Missy Elliott and produced by multi-award-winning producer Timbaland in 2001.
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Shoutout to the Beastie Boys for their contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
The Beastie Boys were originally a hardcore punk band, but in 1983 the group transitioned into rap w/ hit track “Cookie Puss.” A year later, they signed w/ Def Jam Recordings & soon became a commercial success.
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Check out this amazing wholecar in Bucharest, Romania by Sofles and MSER‼️
This wholecar creates an incredible illusion where the person in the middle seems to be closing the train doors.
To support YOUR museum, text HipHop to 707070 or go to 🙏🏾.
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Decades after its release, Tupac's 'Keep Ya Head Up' still rings true today, reaffirming its timeless relevance. In a world grappling with ongoing challenges such as gender inequality, racial prejudice, and socioeconomic disparities, the song's message
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Shoutout to
@therealcalebmclaughlin
for the fresh re-enactment of LL Cool J’s 1987 hit song “I’m Bad”. Who’s ready to do the Wop at [R]Evolution of Hip Hop opening June 28th?
Make sure to come early, the exhibit will start on time!
@calebmclaughlin
@llcoolj
@RockTheBells
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The UHHM proudly acknowledges
@djquik
for his contributions to Hip Hop culture.
DJ Quik is well known for his production w/ the West Coast sound within the Hip Hop culture. He has collaborated with Snoop Dogg, Tupac, Kurupt, Erick Sermon & more.
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Congrats
@llcoolj
for your Rock N Roll Hall of Fame induction 🌹U continue 2 push the Hip Hop culture ➡️ & it is great 2 see you & your contributions recognized!
When the UHHM opens its doors in 2024, we will celebrate U, and all the other legends of Hip Hop culture💯
📸P.Natkin
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Shoutout to Dapper Dan for his contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
Dapper Dan was one of the pioneers in luxury street wear. “His efforts transformed hustler flash & b-boy styling into the most coveted & influential apparel —
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The art of noise, the human beatbox, the legend Doug E Fresh visited the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop “Golden Era” 1986-1990.
To learn how Doug E Fresh has transcended Hip Hop in so many ways, visit our exhibit this week!
“Keep Risin’ to the Top” Doug E 🚀
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Born on September 7, 1972, in Atlanta, Georgia, Rico Wade grew up immersed in the rich musical heritage of his city, which would ultimately influence his groundbreaking contributions to the Hip Hop scene. Alongside his cousin, Ray Murray, and Sleepy Brown, the trio formed the
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Shoutout to A Tribe Called Quest (ATCQ) for their contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾
ATCQ focused their identity on Afrocentrism, positivity, & a wide arrange of sound. Their sound combined funk, pop, rock as well as jazz & soul. Their songs gave insight on issues happening in the 🌍
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New Edition wishes Happy 50th Birthday to Hip Hop‼️
Always remember it’s “Hip Hop smoothed out on the R&B Tip with a pop feel, appeal to it.” 💯
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Embarking on a bold quest to redefine the boundaries of Hip Hop, Brand Nubian's debut album 'One for All' in 1990 immerses listeners in a world of profound lyricism and infectious rhythms. With an unwavering commitment to social consciousness and empowerment, this groundbreaking
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Capturing the Hip Hop culture through the lens of the camera has always been important since it’s beginnings. Pictures, in particular, allows viewers to wtiness the beauty of the different forms of the culture.
Shoutout to IG
@kienquancreates
for
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RIP Prince Markie Dee, member of the Fat Boys🌹
The Hip Hop community misses you!
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Shoutout to the NYC Breakers for their contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾
The NYC Breakers were one of the first groups to have a Hip Hop inspired logo. They also appeared on the 1st Hip Hop tv show, Graffiti Rock. And 1st to perform for a US President Ronald Regan, in 1984.
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The iconic Hip Hop trio, De La Soul, will be releasing their full catalog on 3.3.23 on Amazon Music 🙌🏾.
Be sure to ask “Alexa, what’s the magic number?”
De La Soul’s debut album, “3 Feet High and Rising”, is considered a true Hip Hop masterpiece.
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Shoutout to J Dilla for his contributions to music & Hip Hop 🙏🏾
He is considered one of the most influential producers of all time. Dilla’s sound transformed music where tracks sounded less robotic.
His MPC 3000 has a place in
@NMAAHC
💯
RIP J Dilla 🌹
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Back in the day, all the kids needed to do to have fun was to bring out a piece of cardboard and start breakin’ 🙌🏾. The Hip Hop Museum will be a place where anyone can enjoy themselves and will be a safe haven for all.
#HipHop50
📸 IG
@marthacoopergram
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This video captures breaking and custom graffiti jackets! The energy of the NYC streets in the 80’s was like no other place in the world.
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Grammy award winning producer for the 2x platinum Best Rap Solo Performance from the song “Mama Said Knock You Out” came out to the [R]Evolution of Hip Hop.
Thank you for your contributions to Hip Hop 🙏🏾.
Did you know that E Love is the B-boy onthe Public Enemy logo?
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The UHHM proudly acknowledges The D.O.C., from NWA, for his contributions to Hip Hop culture 💯
On Friday, the UHHM team went to watch the world premiere of “The DOC” at Tribeca Festival.
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