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Rakim

Rakim (full name Rakim Allah), born on Long Island, New York is an African-American rapper. He is widely regarded as the greatest rapper (and top amongst the most influential rappers) in hip-hop history, as having revolutionized hip-hop lyricism with his complex flow, elaborate metaphors and rapid delivery. Together with Eric B, he released a number of classic albums between the years 1987 and 1992. He later released his solo debut album in 1997. To date his most successful album is 'The 18th Letter'

Blitz the Ambassador to Release "Native Sun"

April 1, 2011

Blitz the Ambassador Brings the Pan-African Noise with Native Sun A blindingly bright clarity drives Blitz the Ambassador. With a spot-on sense of flow, he name-checks Basquiat and Lumumba, evokes lovelorn sighs on Accra buses, émigré alienation, history's shadows. All set to swirls of brass, distorted guitars, and the crackle and pop of old amplifiers. With ...