Rah Digga (born Rashia Fisher in Newark, New Jersey in December 12, 1972) is an American rapper. A member of the Flipmode Squad, a hip hop crew led by Busta Rhymes, she is one of modern hip hop’s most respected female artists.

A New Jersey native, Rah Digga attended private school in Maryland where she graduated as salutatorian, then studied electrical engineering at the New Jersey Institute Of Technology. She started rapping after being inspired by artists of hip hop’s “golden age” such as Rakim, Kool G. Rap and Queen Latifah, eventually joining the group Twice the Flavor and then Jersey’s Outsidaz clique. A Tribe Called Quest’s Q-Tip negotiated her a deal with Elektra Records after being impressed by a performance at New York City’s Lyricist Lounge (at which time Digga was eight months pregnant). Q-Tip also introduced her to Busta Rhymes, who invited her to join his newly-formed Flipmode Squad crew. The deal with Elektra soon collapsed however and Digga signed to Flipmode Entertainment. She made guest appearanes on Busta’s 1997 album When Disaster Strikes as well as the Lyricist Lounge, Vol. 1 compilation (on the track “Be OK”, a two-hander with Bahamadia), the first installment of the Hip Hop For Respect anti-police brutality project in memory of Amadou Diallo, and the Fugees track “Cowboys”, before joining up with the Flipmode Squad for The Imperial Album (1998). Anticipation mounted for further output, and she recorded tracks with legendary producers Pete Rock and DJ Premier. These and others were included on her solo album Dirty Harriet in 2000.

The follow-up to Dirty Harriet was originally intended to be a duet album with Digga’s husband, Young Zee of the Outsidaz. However, this was eventually put on hold for a fully-fledged solo album. However, it was long delayed, partly due to Digga switching labels from J Records to the independent Koch Records; currently a February 2006 release is planned, with the album titled Sucker Free. A single, which may or may not resurface on the album, is “Party Gets Hot Tonight” featuring Akon. Her follow up album that was supposed to be released on J Records was titled Everything Is a Story, and was originally scheduled to be released February 10, 2004. During the time between her first and second solo albums Digga made numerous high-profile guest appearances, including on Busta Rhymes’ hit single “I Know What You Want” and on albums by Talib Kweli, Bless, Masta Ace and Jamelia.

Rah Digga can be seen in Busta’s latest (and polemical) video, “Touch It Remix”, that features Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, Lloyd Banks, Papoose and DMX.

Rah Digga also stars as (Maggie Bess) in the 2001 re-make of the sci-fi chiller Thirteen Ghosts

Dres formed Black Sheep in 1989 with Mista Lawnge. Due to the lackluster sales of their second album, Dres and Mista Lawnge split up and started independent projects.

In 1999, credited as Dres the Black Sheep, Dres released a solo album titled Sure Shot Redemption. In 2000, Black Sheep reunited and recorded the EP, Redlight, Greenlight, and the title track of the film Once in the Life. In 2006, Dres released another solo album titled 8WM/Novakane. In 2009, Dres released an EP titled From the Black Pool of Genius: the Prelude, in preparation for his most recent solo LP, From the Black Pool of Genius, which was released June 2010.

Dres was raised in the Astoria Houses in Astoria, NY and the Bland Houses (commonly known as “The Bland”) in Flushing, NY. His family later moved to North Carolina.

Dres is the father of Honor Titus, the singer of the punk-rock band Cerebral Ballzy.

Real Name: Lolita Shante Gooden / Born: November 9 1969, Queens NY USA

Shante came to prominence at the tender age of 14 via her related answer record to U.T.F.O.’s 1984 rap hit, ‘ Roxanne, Roxanne’. Gooden was walking outside a New York housing project when she overheard three men discussing U.T.F.O.’s cancellation of a show they were promoting. In turn gooden offered them a reply record. The onlookers, DJ Mister Magic, Tyrone Williams and Marley Marl took her up on the offer.

Her version ‘Roxanne’s Revenge’ mixed sassy, indignant raps with a funky backbeat. It was a massive hit, which sold over a quarter of a million copies in the New York area alone, and spawned a flood of answerback records (well over a hundred at the final count), as rappers queued to take up the challenge. U.T.F.O. replied by sueing her for using their b-side as the rhythm track.

Shante was still only 14 years old, and forced to stay away form school because of all the attention. Her arrival was cemented by further singles ‘Have A Nice Day’ and ‘Go On Girl’, produced by Marley Marl, with lyrics penned by Big Daddy Kane. Her debut album saw the conscious rhymes of songs like ‘Independent Woman’ (though it was written for her by a man) spliced by saucy narratives like ‘Feeling Kinda Horny’.

By 1986, Shante was being edged from the centre of the female rap stage by The Real Roxanne (Adelaida Martinez) and her turntable wizard Hitman Howie Tee. Perhaps her most infamous post-‘Roxanne’ moment came with the release of ‘Big Mama’, which would see her take out her frustrations by dissing other female rappers Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Yo Yo and Monie Love.

Kwamé Holland – pronounced kwah-MAY – born in East Elmhurst, Queens, New York, USA) is an American emcee who enjoyed brief popularity in the late-1980s and early-1990s. He is currently a music producer sometimes credited as K-1 Million or K1 Mil.

As a child, Holland was inspired by Stevie Wonder, Lionel Hampton, and Abdullah Ibrahim, who were family friends.

He was sixteen when he released his debut album Kwamé the Boy Genius Featuring A New Beginning in 1989, which he produced himself. Hurby “Luv Bug” Azor (who also managed Salt-N-Pepa, Kid-N-Play) played the role of manager. A New Beginning was his backing band and Kwamé was one of the rare emcees at the time to use a live band. The album spawned the singles “The Man We All Know and Love” and “The Rhythm.” The accompanying music videos featured a polka-dot motif in the costumes and production design. This was to become Kwamé’s trademark and started a hip hop fashion trend as fans began wearing polka-dotted clothing. In 1990, his second album A Day in the Life: A Pokadelick Adventure was released. It was a concept album about a day in the life of a high school student. The album spawned the hit singles “Oneovdabigboiz” and “Ownlee Eue.” Holland is a cousin of Vin Diesel, who danced in some of his early music videos.

In 1992, he released his third album Nastee. The title track was a minor hit but the album quickly fell from the charts. His fourth album, 1994’s Incognito failed to chart and Kwamé was dropped from his record label.

In 2002, Kwamé reemerged as a music producer. He continues to work steadily as a producer with his current artists Beyond Belief and Profit and has since returned to using his real name. New R&B/Hip Hop singer Jamie Jones started a form of introduction to Kwame’s production by whispering ‘Shh, Kwame did it’, which Fantasia used for “not the way that I do” and Jesse McCartney took for his song Makeup which appears on his album Departure.

Kwame has scored scenes for the films Step up, Step up 2, The Streets Dancing in September and Stomp the Yard

To date, he has Produced and contributed to records selling over 30 million copies.

Kwamé is currently crafting the sound for Atlantic Records recording artist Lauriana Mae, and has also joined the classic hip hop group the Alumni (Hip Hop Elite), which is composed of Chubb Rock, Dana Dane, Special Ed, and Monie Love.

In 2012, Kwamé teamed up with Vin Diesel to help score his web series The Ropes. He also formed the boutique label Make Noise, which features the artist Beyond Belief, which released its debut album in 2009 titled What About Bob?.

In 2012, Kwamé released an instrumental album on his Make Noise label that was titled BreakBeat Diaries.

Kwamé is an avid toy collector and also has a company and Website called www.Geekmodeonline.com, which showcases original content and all things comic book-related.

DoitAll is a multi-talented rapper, actor, and entrepreneur known for his dynamic contributions to hip-hop and his engaging presence on screen. He first gained fame as a member of the iconic hip-hop duo Lords of the Underground, which emerged in the early ’90s. Their debut album, Here Come the Lords, was a critical and commercial success, featuring classic tracks that showcased DoitAll’s clever wordplay and vibrant delivery.

Beyond music, DoitAll has expanded his creative repertoire into acting, appearing in various films and television shows. His versatility allows him to connect with diverse audiences, both in the entertainment industry and within the community.

As an advocate for social change, DoitAll uses his platform to inspire the next generation of artists and entrepreneurs. He remains committed to uplifting his community through various initiatives, blending his passion for music with his desire to make a positive impact.

With a career spanning decades, DoitAll continues to evolve as an artist, constantly pushing boundaries and exploring new avenues in his craft. Whether on stage or on screen, his charisma and talent make him a force to be reckoned with in the world of entertainment.

Craig G is a pioneering rapper and lyricist known for his intricate wordplay and unique style that helped shape the golden era of hip-hop. He first rose to prominence in the late 1980s as a member of the legendary Juice Crew, a collective that included iconic artists like Big Daddy Kane and Marley Marl. Craig G’s debut album, The Kingpin, released in 1991, showcased his lyrical prowess and solidified his place in the hip-hop landscape.

Renowned for his distinctive voice and sharp rhymes, Craig G has been a consistent force in the genre. He gained further recognition for his contributions to the classic hip-hop battle track “The Symphony,” where he delivered a standout verse that remains influential to this day. Over the years, he has released several solo albums and collaborated with various artists, blending his classic sound with contemporary influences.

In addition to his music career, Craig G is known for his engaging personality and passion for mentoring young artists. He actively participates in community outreach programs, advocating for the importance of arts education and supporting aspiring musicians.

With a career that spans over three decades, Craig G continues to create impactful music while inspiring future generations, making him a respected figure in hip-hop culture.