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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.

Trinere

2 concerts

Freestyle icon Trinere, from Miami, teamed with Pretty Tony, excelled in post-disco club music. Hits like "I'll Be All You Ever Need" topped Billboard's club chart. Known for albums like Trinere (1986), collaborated with Brandon Christopher.

The Cover Girls

3 concerts

NY-based dance-pop group The Cover Girls, formed by Andy Tripoli & Sal Abbatiello in 1986, featured hits like "Show Me" & "Wishing on a Star." Known for constant lineup changes, they peaked with several Top 40 tracks.

Digital Underground

1 concert

Digital Underground, formed in Oakland by Shock-G and Chopmaster J, is known for their P-Funk-inspired style. Their debut album, *Sex Packets*, featured the hit "The Humpty Dance" and went platinum. They collaborated with Tupac Shakur on the gold EP *This Is an EP Release*. Despite shifting hip-hop trends, Digital Underground's innovative, humorous style left a lasting impact. Shock-G passed away in 2021.