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BHM Lesser Celebrated — Hidden Heroes: Original Flavor

Before there was Rockafella Records, there was Original Flavor!

Via Hip Hop Wiki

Original Flavor was an American hip hop group from New York City. The group signed to Atlantic Records and released their debut album This Is How It Is in 1992. After its release, Suave Lover left the group and was replaced by rapper T-Strong and DJ Chubby Chub. Original Flavor released...Beyond Flavor, in 1994. The album is best remembered for the song "Can I Get Open", which features Jay Z...

About this Series

Black History Month isn't just about celebrating the most famous names – it's about honoring the full tapestry of Black excellence. In that spirit, this 'Lesser Celebrated' series spotlights brilliant artists whose impact on hip hop culture deserves deeper recognition. These aren't 'lesser-known' talents – they're vital innovators whose contributions helped shape the culture we know today, even if they haven't always received their proper celebration.