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It began on the streets of The Bronx, New York City.
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It is said to be the first hip-hop party ever held. Hosted by Kool Herc's sister Cindy Campbell.
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Hit single by Sugarhill Gang, sold over 500,000 copies. The first ever Gold selling record in Hip-Hop.
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MTV Airs a hip-hop video for the first time, RUN DMC's 'King of Rock'
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One of the most controversial groups in Hip-hop history. Their sound became known as 'gangsta rap'.
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This album since then has sold over 3 million units and was certified triple platinum in November 11 2015.
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After years of being rejected by the mainstream media.
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as a dancer and roadie.
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The show was one-of-a-kind and changed peoples lives. They helped jumstarted artist careers like Jay-Z, Big L and Wu-tang Clan.
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Their album sells over 954,000 copies in its first week of release reaching #1 on pop charts
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It was certified Triple Platinum by RIAA on November 3 1993
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Tupac was robbed of 40k and shot 5 times in Quad Recording Studio.
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Queen Latifah's hit 'UNITY' wins 'Best Rap Solo Performance'.
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aged 31.
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Jay-Z's debut album 'Reasonable Doubt' was certified platinum.
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Tupac Shakur, a very succesful American hip-hop artist was shot in a drive-by shooting. He was 25 years old.
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his debut backed by producer Dr. Dre
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At this point, hip-hop has officially become the most dominate genre in music.