Legends of Hip Hop Cincinnati Tickets - Heritage Bank Center

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JUVENILE

8 concerts

New Orleans rapper Juvenile rose to fame with the Hot Boys and his 2004 hit "Slow Motion." Known for Southern hip-hop and bounce, he's collaborated with Lil Wayne and Mannie Fresh. His platinum albums include *400 Degreez* and *Tha G-Code*. He started UTP Records and his 2006 album *Reality Check* addressed Hurricane Katrina.

Too $hort

14 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.

Tha Dogg Pound

3 concerts

Tha Dogg Pound, formed by Californians Kurupt and Daz Dillinger, rose to fame in the '90s through Death Row Records. Known for their G-funk style, they topped charts with "Dogg Food" (1995) and collaborated with rap icons like 2Pac and Snoop Dogg. Daz became a key producer after Dr. Dre's exit, while both pursued solo careers. Their influence persists with multiple reunions and projects like "Cali Iz Active" (2006) and "Dogg Chit" (2007).

Project Pat

6 concerts

Project Pat, born in Memphis, is a standout hardcore rapper known for Dirty South anthems. Affiliated with Three 6 Mafia, he gained fame with "Chickenhead" in 2001. Collaborations include Juicy J, DJ Paul, and La' Chat. Despite legal troubles, he released albums like "Mista Don't Play" and "Crook by da Book," and worked with artists like Rick Ross and Young Dolph.

Scarface

2 concerts

Scarface, born Brad Jordan in Houston, pioneered Southern thug rap. Known for gritty, hardcore lyrics, he found fame with Geto Boys and solo hits like "My Block." Collaborated with Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, and 2Pac. Despite mainstream challenges, earned acclaim with "The Fix" and won 2001 Source's "Lyricist of the Year." Hesigned Ludacris to Def Jam South, boosting his legacy.

8Ball & MJG

1 concert

Southern rap pioneers 8Ball & MJG from Memphis gained fame with hits like "Space Age Pimpin'" and albums such as Comin' Out Hard. Renowned for their influential Southern style, they moved from Suave House Records to major labels like Bad Boy, collaborating with Swizz Beatz and DJ Quik. Known for their resilience, they left Bad Boy for Grand Hustle in 2010.

Goodie Mob

1 concert

Goodie Mob, an Atlanta-based hip-hop group, includes Big Gipp, Cee-Lo, Khujo, and T-Mo. Known for their impact in Southern rap, their 1995 debut, "Soul Food," is a classic.