The Chicago Hip-Hop History Project - User contributions [en]

Angry Blackmen

2026-03-11T19:52:59Z

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Angry Blackmen is an experimental hip hop duo based in Chicago, Illinois. Formed in early 2017, the group consists of rappers Brian Warren and Quentin Branch.

In 2024, the duo released the full-length project, The Legend of ABM, a 30-minute conceptual work that presents a coming-of-age narrative centered on Black men navigating life in North America.

[[Category:Hip-Hop Groups]]

G-Ball THC

2026-03-11T19:19:10Z

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G-Ball THC is an independent rap artist from the South Side of Chicago, Illinois.

As of 2014, he had released three mixtapes, which were distributed through online platforms such as DatPiff and YouTube. The artist’s name includes the acronym “THC,” which he states stands for “Time Has Changed.”

[[category:EmCees]]

G-Ball THC

2026-03-11T19:18:18Z

Rdifaz2: Created page with "G-Ball THC is an independent rap artist from the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. As of 2014, he had released three mixtapes, which were distributed through online platforms such as DatPiff and YouTube. The artist’s name includes the acronym “THC,” which he states stands for “Time Has Changed.” category:Emcees"

Pivot Gang

2026-03-11T19:08:26Z

Rdifaz2: Created page with "Pivot Gang is a hip hop collective of independent rappers based out the west side of Chicago. category:Hip-Hop Collectives"

Pivot Gang is a hip hop collective of independent rappers based out the west side of Chicago.

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

TMC Slide

2026-03-11T19:04:04Z

Rdifaz2: Created page with "TMC Slide (also known as Slide TMC) was a Chicago-based rapper affiliated with Graveyardgang/Nutso, who passed away in January 2026 at age 30. He was recognized within the local Chicago drill scene. category:EmCees"

TMC Slide (also known as Slide TMC) was a Chicago-based rapper affiliated with Graveyardgang/Nutso, who passed away in January 2026 at age 30. He was recognized within the local Chicago drill scene.

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Mass Hysteria

2026-03-11T18:58:10Z

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'''Mass Hysteria''' is a hip-hop group from Chicago. The group consists '''Gee-Field and Mike Treese'''.<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/185379-Mass-Hysteria-3</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. They released albums with Rhymesayers Entertainment, Gravel Records, and Wild Onion Entertainment.

Gee-Field is the son of American soul singer and pianist [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garland_Green Garland Green].

==Videos==
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== External Links ==
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Ghost Carter

2026-02-18T20:45:51Z

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'''R. Carter''', better known as '''Ghost Carter''', is an EmCee from Chicago who was part of the hip-hop collective [[Verbally Diseased]].<ref>https://verballydiseased.com/products/inherit-the-earth-ghost-carter-prod-by-sire-sinsai-aka-da-killa-sin</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

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Ghost Carter

2026-02-18T20:45:25Z

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'''R. Carter''', better known as '''Ghost Carter''', is an EmCee from Chicago who was part of the hip-hop collective [[Verbally Diseased]].<ref>https://verballydiseased.com/products/inherit-the-earth-ghost-carter-prod-by-sire-sinsai-aka-da-killa-sin?srsltid=AfmBOorsrJFXuqjvjd7R2Qvr8sC0kKcMIsqNfALfppwhRgYNhg66BZhY</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

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Mob Axshin

2026-02-18T20:43:03Z

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'''Mob Axshin''' formally ''Seven Keys of Intelligence'' consisted of [[D'Nilla]] (formally known as ''Determination'') and [[Kingdom Rock]] , later to become Mob Axshin with Kingdom being replaced by [[D.I.E. 4 Illa]], is a rap group from Chicago and part of the [[Ill State Assassins]] rap collective. <ref>https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DSqYolwlyzblwqcMqJusw</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

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D.I.E. 4 Illa

2026-02-18T20:42:33Z

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'''D.I.E. 4 Illa''' is an emcee from Chicago and a member of the rap group [[Mob Axshin]].

[[category:EmCees]]

Merciful Mighty n Famous

2026-02-18T20:31:35Z

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'''Merciful Mighty n Famous''' is rap group from Chicago, and part of the [[Ill State Assassins]] rap collective, consisting of [[Cayex Illah]] and [[Surfillah]].

==Videos==

''Commitin Sin'', filmed in Chicago by Blackout Productions for [[Ill State Assassins]], released in the early 1990's.

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Ill State Assassins

2026-02-18T20:21:01Z

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'''Ill State Assassins''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The group was founded by Carrico "[[Kingdom Rock]]" Sanders, [[Chainsaw]], [[Massive]], and [[Riot One]].<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref><ref>https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/people-issue/kingdom-rock/</ref> The collective's members include [[Chainsaw]], Devine "[[D. Villa the Dutchess]]", Darnell "[[Cayex Illah]]" Evans, [[Determination]], DJ [[Riot One]], [[E.C. Illa]], Angela Zone ([[Ang13]], known as Sista Ang at the time), Frederick "[[Toxic]]" Taylor, [[K Tone]], [[The Legendary Traxster]], [[Massive]], [[Merciful Mighty n Famous]], [[Rappalot]], and [[Surfillah]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1632589-Ill-State-Assassins</ref><ref>https://hiphopweb.tv/video=10249</ref> Some members later pursued solo careers or production work, including The Legendary Traxster and E.C. Illa.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Ill State Assassins

2026-02-18T20:19:51Z

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'''Ill State Assassins''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The group was founded by Carrico "[[Kingdom Rock]]" Sanders, [[Chainsaw]], [[Massive]], and [[Riot One]].<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref><ref>https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/people-issue/kingdom-rock/</ref> The collective's members include [[Chainsaw]], Devine "[[D. Villa the Dutchess]]", Darnell "[[Cayex Illah]]" Evans, [[Determination]], DJ [[Riot One]], [[E.C. Illa]], Angela Zone ([[Ang13]], known as Sista Ang at the time), Frederick "[[Toxic]]" Taylor, [[K Tone]], [[The Legendary Traxster]], [[Massive]], [[Merciful Mighty n Famous]], [[Rappalot]], and [[Surfillah]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1632589-Ill-State-Assassins?srsltid=AfmBOooN4X3JrYNcZrbkaLnXORTImfTNlJJkeH2ouIpBt8KiLxAyH0aJ</ref><ref>https://hiphopweb.tv/video=10249</ref> Some members later pursued solo careers or production work, including The Legendary Traxster and E.C. Illa.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Ill State Assassins

2026-02-18T20:19:26Z

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'''Ill State Assassins''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The group was founded by Carrico "[[Kingdom Rock]]" Sanders, [[Chainsaw]], [[Massive]], and [[Riot One]].<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref><ref>https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/people-issue/kingdom-rock/</ref> The collective's members include [[Chainsaw]], Devine "[[D. Villa the Dutchess]]", Darnell "[[Cayex Illah]]" Evans, [[Determination]], DJ [[Riot One]], [[E.C. Illa]], Angela Zone ([[Ang13]], known as Sista Ang at the time), Frederick "[[Toxic]]" Taylor, [[K Tone]], [[The Legendary Traxster]], [[Massive]], [[Merciful Mighty n Famous]], [[Rappalot]], Sinbad, and [[Surfillah]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1632589-Ill-State-Assassins?srsltid=AfmBOooN4X3JrYNcZrbkaLnXORTImfTNlJJkeH2ouIpBt8KiLxAyH0aJ</ref><ref>https://hiphopweb.tv/video=10249</ref> Some members later pursued solo careers or production work, including The Legendary Traxster and E.C. Illa.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Merciful Mighty n Famous

2026-02-18T20:17:45Z

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'''Merciful Mighty n Famous''' is rap group from Chicago, and part of the [[Ill State Assassins]] rap collective, consisting of [[Cayex Illah]] and [[Surfillah]].

Ill State Assassins

2026-02-18T20:14:04Z

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'''Ill State Assassins''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The group was founded by Carrico "[[Kingdom Rock]]" Sanders, [[Chainsaw]], [[Massive]], and [[Riot One]].<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref><ref>https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/people-issue/kingdom-rock/</ref> The collective's members include [[Chainsaw]], Devine "[[D. Villa the Dutchess]]", Darnell "[[Cayex Illah]]" Evans, [[Determination]], DJ [[Riot One]], [[E.C. Illa]], Angela Zone ([[Ang13]], known as Sista Ang at the time), Frederick "[[Toxic]]" Taylor, [[K Tone]], [[The Legendary Traxster]], [[Massive]], [[Merciful Mighty n Famous]], [[Rappalot]], Sinbad, and [[Surfex]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1632589-Ill-State-Assassins?srsltid=AfmBOooN4X3JrYNcZrbkaLnXORTImfTNlJJkeH2ouIpBt8KiLxAyH0aJ</ref><ref>https://hiphopweb.tv/video=10249</ref> Some members later pursued solo careers or production work, including The Legendary Traxster and E.C. Illa.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Ill State Assassins

2026-02-18T20:11:14Z

Rdifaz2:

'''Ill State Assassins''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The group was founded by Carrico "[[Kingdom Rock]]" Sanders, [[Chainsaw]], [[Massive]], and [[Riot One]].<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref><ref>https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/people-issue/kingdom-rock/</ref> The collective's members include [[Chainsaw]], Devine "[[D. Villa the Dutchess]]", Darnell "[[Cayex Illah]]" Evans, [[Determination]], DJ [[Riot One]], [[E.C. Illa]], Angela Zone ([[Ang13]], known as Sista Ang at the time), Frederick "[[Toxic]]" Taylor, [[K Tone]], [[The Legendary Traxster]], [[Massive]], [[Merciful]], [[Rappalot]], Sinbad, and [[Surfex]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1632589-Ill-State-Assassins?srsltid=AfmBOooN4X3JrYNcZrbkaLnXORTImfTNlJJkeH2ouIpBt8KiLxAyH0aJ</ref><ref>https://hiphopweb.tv/video=10249</ref> Some members later pursued solo careers or production work, including The Legendary Traxster and E.C. Illa.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Tha Chamba

2026-02-18T20:09:12Z

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A rap group from Chicago consisting of members [[Chainsaw]], [[Toxic]], and DJ & producer [[Riot One]] and part of the rap collective [[Ill State Assassins]]. Tha Chamba was formerly known as "3 n da Chamber" and "Assault and Battery".

[[category:Hip-Hop Groups]]

Tha Chamba

2026-02-18T20:08:04Z

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A rap group from Chicago consisting members [[Chainsaw]], [[Toxic]], and DJ & producer [[Riot One]]. Tha Chamba was formerly known as "3 n da Chamber" and "Assault and Battery".

Chainsaw

2026-02-18T20:03:04Z

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Willie "Chainsaw" Wrice is one of the four horsemen (founding members) of the [[Ill State Assassins]], and a member of [[Tha Chamba]] rap group.<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref>

Riot One

2026-02-18T19:53:51Z

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'''Jevon Gordon''', professionally known as '''Riot One''', is a producer and writer (under his moniker '''J Wrice Sr.''').<ref>https://www.reverbnation.com/label/ssmusicgroup</ref>

Released an album titled "I Stand Alone" in 2023.<ref>https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-stand-alone/1717465627</ref>

Kingdom Rock's Little Cousin

The Chamba

== External Links ==
[https://www.amazon.com/Ill-Life-Our-Time-Story/dp/1946812935 Ill 4 Life! Our Time, My Story] on Amazon

[https://www.discogs.com/artist/1019681-Tha-Chamba?srsltid=AfmBOoqPT_PjMz5ZEZ369wTuKHrhCuWwR33iOSK_WgRWDTma1NCFFvYC Discogs]

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[[Category:Writers]]

Riot One

2026-02-18T19:50:57Z

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'''Jevon Gordon''', professionally known as '''Riot One''', is a producer and writer (under his moniker '''J Wrice Sr.''').<ref>https://www.reverbnation.com/label/ssmusicgroup</ref>

Kingdom Rock's Little Cousin

The Chamba

== External Links ==
[https://www.amazon.com/Ill-Life-Our-Time-Story/dp/1946812935 Ill 4 Life! Our Time, My Story] on Amazon

[https://www.discogs.com/artist/1019681-Tha-Chamba?srsltid=AfmBOoqPT_PjMz5ZEZ369wTuKHrhCuWwR33iOSK_WgRWDTma1NCFFvYC Discogs]

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[[Category:Writers]]

Chainsaw

2026-02-18T19:48:30Z

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Ill State Assassins

2026-02-18T19:47:33Z

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'''Ill State Assassins''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The group was founded by Carrico "[[Kingdom Rock]]" Sanders, [[Chainsaw]], [[Massive]], and [[Riot One]].<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/tha-chamba/9849.html</ref><ref>https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/people-issue/kingdom-rock/</ref> The collective's members include Angela Zone ([[Ang13]]), [[Chainsaw]], Devine "[[D. Villa the Dutchess]]", Darnell "[[Cayex Illah]]" Evans, [[Determination]], DJ [[Riot One]], [[E.C. Illa]], Frederick "[[Toxic]]" Taylor, [[K Tone]], [[The Legendary Traxster]], [[Massive]], [[Merciful]], [[Rappalot]], Sinbad, and [[Surfex]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1632589-Ill-State-Assassins?srsltid=AfmBOooN4X3JrYNcZrbkaLnXORTImfTNlJJkeH2ouIpBt8KiLxAyH0aJ</ref><ref>https://hiphopweb.tv/video=10249</ref> Some members later pursued solo careers or production work, including The Legendary Traxster and E.C. Illa.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Verbally Diseased

2026-02-11T22:37:06Z

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'''Verbally Diseased''' is a Chicago hip-hop collective that includes the members of '''[[D.V.S. Crew]]''', and emcees '''[[Co-Still]]''', and '''[[Ghost Carter]]'''.<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1625729-Definite-Vacation-4-Suckas</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Global Gangsters

2026-02-11T20:39:43Z

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'''Global Gangsters''' is a hip-hop collective from Chicago, Illinois.<ref>https://southsideweekly.com/a-tale-of-two-chiraqs/</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. The members include JoJo Capone, C Note, ChaChi, Pistole Pete, and Big Blast.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKJcWC2_Zr0#:~:text=Chicago's%20most%20infamous%20rap%20coalition%2C%20The%20Global,Note%2C%20ChaChi%2C%20Pistol%20Pete%2C%20and%20Big%20Blast.</ref>

==References==

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

The Peanut Gallery

2026-02-11T20:38:16Z

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The Peanut Gallery is a hip-hop collective.
<ref>https://pntgllryntwrk.com/</ref>



[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Purple Mansion

2026-02-11T20:37:32Z

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'''Purple Mansion''' was a Hip-Hop collective from Englewood High School founded in part by '''Deon Coney'''('''[[Mr Club Banga]]'''). '''[[Lady T]]''' may have been a member of this collective.

'''[[DJ Quick Hands]]''' was known to bring the group into the studio to perform on his WHPK radio show.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/fighting-for-chicagos-place-in-hip-hop-history/</ref>

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Dem Dare

2026-02-11T20:36:27Z

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'''Dem Dare''' is a crew of disc jockeys, dancers and visual artists in Chicago, Illinois. Dem Dare played a role in the emergence of the hip hop party scene in Chicago during the early 1990s and was noted for incorporating Polo Ralph Lauren fashion into the cultural aesthetic of the time.<ref>https://flashbak.com/same-damn-lo-sweater-from-palaces-to-the-projects-they-all-love-ralph-lauren-429008/</ref>

[[Category:Disc Jockeys]]
[[Category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Maddfal

2026-02-11T20:35:56Z

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'''Maddfal''' is a hip-hop group and graffiti crew from Chicago founded in the early 90s. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. Maddfal stands for “Men Always Deliver Dope Freestyles And Lyrics”. The group consists of '''[[Lover T]]''', '''Uncle Heck''', '''Tada One''', '''Kave MCD''', '''Chosen''', '''E-Drop''', '''KNA'''. <ref>https://maddfal.bandcamp.com/album/the-hidden-vault-vol-1</ref>

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]] [[category:Graffiti Artists]]

Mats Crew

2026-02-11T20:35:05Z

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'''M.A.T.S''' (Mastered All That Sh*t) '''Crew''' is a hip-hop crew from Chicago, Illinois.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDCxOltYhMU</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

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Nacrobats

2026-02-11T20:34:25Z

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'''Nacrobats''' is a hip-hop crew from Chicago. '''[[Psalm One]]''' was a member of this group.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/chicago-rap-royal-psalm-one-finds-her-new-path-forward-with-flight-of-the-wig/</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

No Pity Committee

2026-02-11T20:33:55Z

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'''No Pity Committee''' is a hip hop crew from Chicago.<ref>https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1910952469032395&id=542698599191129&set=a.589167934544195</ref> There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. No Pity Committee was also known as '''[[Mats Crew]]'''.<ref>https://www.galapagos4.com/blackbook/index.php?page_url=the-production-era-90-93</ref>

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Euphonics

2026-02-11T20:33:19Z

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'''Euphonics''' is a hip-hop crew based in Chicago, Illinois.<ref>https://southsideweekly.com/tag/euphonics/</ref><ref>https://www.chicagotribune.com/1996/08/18/its-a-hip-hop-world/</ref>There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.

==References==

[[Category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Empire of Destruction

2026-02-11T20:32:54Z

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'''Empire Of Destruction''' is a hip-hop crew based in Chicago, Illinois. Some members include Kingdom Rock, Prodigy, Chain, and Riot.<ref>https://www.galapagos4.com/blackbook/index.php?page_url=the-golden-age-of-hip-hop-86-89</ref>

[[Category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Elements (Element of Nature)

2026-02-11T20:32:23Z

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'''Elements of Nature''' or '''EONS''' is a hip hop crew from Chicago.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/rest-in-power-to-meta-mo-of-rubberoom/</ref> There is no [[Has wiki article::]] Wikipedia article for this subject.

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Verbally Diseased

2026-02-11T20:30:21Z

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'''Verbally Diseased''' is a Chicago hip-hop collective that includes the members of '''[[D.V.S. Crew]]''', and emcees [[Co-Still]], and [[Ghost Carter]].<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/1625729-Definite-Vacation-4-Suckas</ref>

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Verbally Diseased

2026-02-11T20:29:04Z

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'''Verbally Diseased''' is a Chicago hip-hop collective that includes the members of '''[[D.V.S. Crew]]''', and emcees [[Co-Still]], and [[Ghost Carter]].

[[category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

D.V.S. Crew

2026-02-11T20:20:37Z

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'''D.V.S. Crew''' (Definite Vacation for Suckas) is a Chicago-based hip hop collective. Members include [[RaBiez]], [[Sire Sinsai]]. The group released the 12-inch single "Right to Rock" in 1985.<ref>https://www.discogs.com/release/9916837-OZ-And-The-DVS-Crew-Right-To-Rock</ref> The track is one of the earliest examples of Chicago artists producing and distributing their music on vinyl.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/rest-in-power-to-chicago-hip-hops-first-breakout-artist/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/hiphop101/comments/1bj7h1m/who_were_the_first_chicago_rappers/</ref>

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Kidz in the Hall

2026-02-11T20:18:41Z

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'''Kidz in the Hall''' is a hip-hop duo from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of '''Jabari Evans''' (known as '''[[Naledge]]''') and '''Michael Aguilar''' (known as '''Double-O''').<ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20090410184347/http://www.xxlmag.com/online/?p=5908</ref> There is a [[Has wiki article::https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidz_in_the_Hall|Wikipedia article]]. In early 2007, Kidz in the Hall recorded “Work to Do It” to show their support for Barack Obama. The duo was among the first artists to back Obama in their music.<ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20080823203800/http://rap.about.com/b/2007/12/11/kidz-in-the-hall-record-rap-anthem-for-obamas-campaign.htm</ref>

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D.V.S. Crew

2026-02-11T20:12:24Z

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'''D.V.S. Crew''' (Definite Vacation for Suckas) is a Chicago-based hip hop collective. Members include [[RaBiez]], [[Sire Sinsai]], [[Ghost Carter]], [[Co-Still]]. The group released the 12-inch single "Right to Rock" in 1985.<ref>https://www.discogs.com/release/9916837-OZ-And-The-DVS-Crew-Right-To-Rock</ref> The track is one of the earliest examples of Chicago artists producing and distributing their music on vinyl.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/rest-in-power-to-chicago-hip-hops-first-breakout-artist/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/hiphop101/comments/1bj7h1m/who_were_the_first_chicago_rappers/</ref>

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D.V.S. Crew

2026-02-11T20:11:33Z

Rdifaz2: Created page with "'''D.V.S. Crew''' (Definite Vacation for Suckas) is a Chicago-based hip hop collective. Members include Rabiez, Sire Sinsai, Ghost Carter, Co-Still. The group released the 12-inch single "Right to Rock" in 1985.<ref>https://www.discogs.com/release/9916837-OZ-And-The-DVS-Crew-Right-To-Rock</ref> The track is one of the earliest examples of Chicago artists producing and distributing their music on vinyl.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/rest-in-power-to-..."

'''D.V.S. Crew''' (Definite Vacation for Suckas) is a Chicago-based hip hop collective. Members include [[Rabiez]], [[Sire Sinsai]], [[Ghost Carter]], [[Co-Still]]. The group released the 12-inch single "Right to Rock" in 1985.<ref>https://www.discogs.com/release/9916837-OZ-And-The-DVS-Crew-Right-To-Rock</ref> The track is one of the earliest examples of Chicago artists producing and distributing their music on vinyl.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/rest-in-power-to-chicago-hip-hops-first-breakout-artist/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/hiphop101/comments/1bj7h1m/who_were_the_first_chicago_rappers/</ref>

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Sire Sinsai

2026-02-11T20:10:39Z

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[[File:Sire Sinsai Frame.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Memorial]]
'''Sire Sinsai''' (1972-2014) also known as '''PD''' was an emcee from Chicago, Illinois.

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Chi-Rock Nation

2026-02-11T20:00:59Z

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Chi Rock Nation, named by [[Chilly T]], was founded in 1985.<ref>https://www.chirocknation.org/about/</ref>
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[[Category:Hip-Hop Collectives]]

Duro

2026-02-11T19:59:15Z

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'''Duro Wicks''', professionally known as '''Duro''', is a Chicago-based figure known for his foundational role in the city's hip-hop scene, particularly during its formative years in the 1990s. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject.
He is often regarded as a key catalyst in the development of Chicago hip hop and has been referred to as a “godfather” of the movement.

Wicks was instrumental in cultivating a local hip hop community through his involvement with Lower Links, a now-legendary venue that provided a platform for emerging artists, DJs, and enthusiasts. His work at Lower Links helped build a sense of community and fostered the growth of hip-hop culture in the city.

He is the subject of the 2023 independent documentary ''Catalyst: Duro Wicks & Chicago Hip Hop'', which explores his contributions and the broader history of hip-hop in Chicago. Though Wicks retired from party promotion in the mid-1990s, he remains active in supporting Chicago’s music scene and continues to influence its evolution.

In 2023, a celebratory event at The Promontory in Hyde Park honored Wicks’s legacy and marked 50 years of hip hop, serving as a reunion for many figures associated with the Lower Links era.<ref>https://chicagoreader.com/music/chicago-hip-hop-duro-wicks/#:~:text=He%20retired%20from%20party%20promotion,Chicago's%20great%20hip%2Dhop%20history.</ref><ref>https://www.hpherald.com/evening_digest/catalyst-new-hip-hop-documentary-with-local-roots-to-screen-in-hyde-park-wednesday/article_c7d136be-72c8-11ee-9ad1-337e8d386186.html#:~:text='Catalyst%2C'%20new%20hip%2D,&%20Chicago%20Hip%2DHop.”&text=Duro%20Wicks%20on%20stage%20at%20The%20Lower%20Links%20in%201992.</ref>

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K Tone

2026-02-11T19:57:22Z

Rdifaz2: Created page with "'''Trevor Caston''' (died 2010), better known as '''Kay Tone''', was a rapper from Chicago. He was a member of the '''Ill State Assassins''' rap collective. Caston, together with producer '''[https://hip-hop.digital.uic.edu/wiki2/index.php?title=The_Legendary_Traxster The Legendary Traxster]''', created the duo '''D2 Tha's''', (Dedicated To Tha Streets).<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/375366-Kay-Tone?srsltid=AfmBOoq63ytn9Yh9AGvkN5NTm0YM50JK3zeg6In8..."

'''Trevor Caston''' (died 2010), better known as '''Kay Tone''', was a rapper from Chicago. He was a member of the '''[[Ill State Assassins]]''' rap collective.

Caston, together with producer '''[https://hip-hop.digital.uic.edu/wiki2/index.php?title=The_Legendary_Traxster The Legendary Traxster]''', created the duo '''[[D2_Tha's|D2 Tha's]]''', (Dedicated To Tha Streets).<ref>https://www.discogs.com/artist/375366-Kay-Tone?srsltid=AfmBOoq63ytn9Yh9AGvkN5NTm0YM50JK3zeg6In8XHmLyTru4u_84sYs</ref>

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D. Villa the Dutchess

2026-02-11T19:54:55Z

Rdifaz2: Created page with "Devine, also known as '''D. Villa the Dutchess''' is a rapper from Chicago. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. She was part of the rap collective '''Ill State Assassins''' along with '''E.C. Illa''', '''Cayex Illah''', Chainsaw, '''Toxic''', '''K Tone''', and '''The Legendary Traxster'''.<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/d-2-tha-s/2333.html</ref> ==References== category:EmCees"

Devine, also known as '''D. Villa the Dutchess''' is a rapper from Chicago. There is no {{#set:Has no wiki article=true}} Wikipedia article for this subject. She was part of the rap collective '''[[Ill State Assassins]]''' along with '''[[E.C. Illa]]''', '''[[Cayex Illah]]''', Chainsaw, '''[[Toxic]]''', '''[[K Tone]]''', and '''[[The Legendary Traxster]]'''.<ref>https://www.thegoodoldayz.com/artist/d-2-tha-s/2333.html</ref>
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Dun Deal

2026-02-11T19:47:11Z

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'''Dun Deal''' also known as '''Dun D''' was an emcee from Chicago, Illinois. He was the younger brother of [[The Legendary Traxster]]. Dun Deal featured on the song ''Love and Happiness'' by [[E-Dub the Gangsta]] and the [[The Legendary Traxster]] in 2006. Dun D is deceased. <ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbgAubbjhVw</ref>

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Dun Deal

2026-02-11T19:44:15Z

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'''Dun Deal''' also known as '''Dun D''' was an emcee from Chicago, Illinois. He was the younger brother of [[The Legendary Traxster]]. Dun Deal featured on the song ''Love and Happiness'' by E-Dub and the [[The Legendary Traxster]] in 2006. Dun D is deceased. <ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbgAubbjhVw</ref>

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Dun Deal

2026-02-11T19:42:58Z

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'''Dun Deal''' also known as '''Dun D''' was an emcee from Chicago, Illinois. He was the younger brother of [[The Legendary Traxster]]. Dun Deal featured on the song ''Love and Happiness'' in 2006. Dun D is deceased. <ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbgAubbjhVw</ref>

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