A heavy hitter in music and pro-Black politics, hip-hop was strengthened by the emergence of X-Clan!
Via Hip Hop Wiki
X Clan is an American hip hop group from Brooklyn, New York. The group originally consisted of Brother J, Professor X, Paradise the Architect, and Sugar Shaft. ...Known for its Afrocentrism and militant activism as a member of the Blackwatch movement, X Clan soon gained fame for the controversy its music aroused, though commercial success was sporadic. X Clan made their debut in 1990 with the album To the East, Blackwards, followed by Xodus in 1992...
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.
