Hip Hop Made The Bay San Jose Tickets - SAP Center

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DJ Quik

6 concerts

DJ Quik, born David Marvin Blake in Compton, is a revered rap figure known for his funk-inspired beats. His debut, *Quik Is the Name* (1991), went platinum with hits like "Tonite." He worked with AMG, Tony! Toni! Toné!, and produced for Snoop Dogg and Jay-Z. His albums like *Way 2 Fonky* and *Safe & Sound* are gold-certified. He also formed Mad Science label and collaborated with Kurupt, releasing *BlaQKout* in 2009.

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony

16 concerts

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, from Cleveland, Ohio, are iconic in hip hop, known for their rapid-fire flow and melodic style. They gained fame with hits like "Tha Crossroads" and collaborated with legends like Eazy-E, 2Pac, Notorious B.I.G., and Akon. Their albums, including *E. 1999 Eternal* and *The Art of War*, went multi-platinum.

Too $hort

6 concerts

Too $hort, born Todd Shaw in L.A., is a pioneering West Coast rapper known for explicit lyrics and sparse instrumentals. He released his breakthrough album, "Born to Mack," in 1988, earning gold certification. Collaborating with legends like 2Pac, Notorious B.I.G., and Jay-Z, Too $hort's hits include "The Ghetto" and "Blow the Whistle." He's achieved multiple platinum albums and continues influencing hip-hop with projects like his 2020 collaboration with E-40.

Baby Bash

11 concerts

Vallejo-born rapper Baby Bash blends Latin rap and smooth funk, known for hits like "Suga Suga" and "Cyclone." Collaborated with Frankie J, T-Pain, and Santana.

Ja Rule

33 concerts

Born in Queens, NY, Ja Rule rose to fame in the early 2000s. Known for rap-R&B hits like "I'm Real" and "Always on Time," he collaborated with R. Kelly, Ashanti, and Lil Wayne. His albums Venni Vetti Vecci and Rule 3:36 topped charts. Despite beef with 50 Cent, Ja Rule remains notable for his commercial success and collaborations.

Xzibit

10 concerts

Born Alvin Nathaniel Joiner in Detroit, MI, Xzibit rose from underground rapper to renowned West Coast MC in the late '90s. Known for hits like "Paparazzi" and "What U See Is What U Get," he worked with notable artists such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Eminem. His album "Restless" went platinum. He later gained fame as the host of MTV's "Pimp My Ride" while also pursuing acting, appearing in films like "8 Mile" and "XXX: State of the Union." Despite facing financial troubles, Xzibit made a musical return with "Napalm" in 2012.