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Scene and city histories

Long-form histories of the regional scenes that produced most of the artists profiled on this site.

• Baton RougeLouisiana's second rap city spent twenty years being treated as an afterthought to New Orleans, and has spent the last decade producing the most-strea
• AtlantaFor most of the last twenty years, the centre of gravity in American rap has been a city that was written off entirely until 1995.
• MemphisA city whose lo-fi 1990s tape scene turned out to have invented half of what rap sounds like now.
• Bay AreaNorthern California built a rap economy that never needed the record industry, and invented a vocabulary the rest of the country still borrows.
• New YorkThe city that created the genre, dominated it for twenty-five years, lost the centre of gravity to the South, and has spent the last decade rebuilding
• HoustonHouston is a city known for producing iconic and talented rappers. Some have climbed the charts to global recognition, while others have chosen to rem
• ChicagoChicago has a vibrant hip hop scene with a rich history of talented rappers. The city is known for pioneering new hip hop styles like drill music. Chi
• West CoastShaping the Landscape of Hip-Hop - West Coast Rappers When it comes to the hip-hop scene, the United States has a rich history marked by numerous tale
• DetroitWhen you think of Detroit, many may first think of the Motor City's rich history in the automobile industry or Motown's smooth soul sounds. However, D
• Rappers with dreadsRappers are known for their signature style and swagger, and many of them make their mark with iconic hairstyles, such as dreadlocks. Whether it's Lil
• Mexican-AmericanExplore the vibrant world of Mexican rappers with our comprehensive guide. From King Lil G to Peso Peso, this article delves into the life stories, si
• Female rappersEven saying the phrases "female rappers" to distinguish women from their male colleagues appears superfluous in 2023. MC Lyte, Roxanne Shanté, Salt-N-
• Virgo rappersBorn under the sign of Virgo, these rappers exhibit traits that make them stand out in the rap scene. These are masters of their craft who weave intri