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On October 1, 1998, OutKast released their third studio album, Aquemini. The record cemented André 3000 and Big Boi as one of hip-hop’s most innovative duos,…

On September 30, 2008, T.I. released Paper Trail, one of the defining albums of his career. Featuring hits like “Whatever You Like” and “Live Your Life”…

Cardi B’s Am I The Drama? has officially debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making her the first female rapper to see two consecutive…

On September 29, 2007, Kanye West released his landmark album Graduation, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. Fueled by hits like “Stronger,” “Good Life,”…

On Sept. 23, 2003, OutKast dropped their ambitious double album Speakerboxxx / The Love Below. The record broke barriers by blending funk, soul, pop, and hip-hop…

In 1997, Missy Elliott released her debut album Supa Dupa Fly, a game-changer that fused futuristic production, bold visuals, and her eccentric personality. Powered by Timbaland’s…

On Sept. 22, 1992, Bronx legend Diamond D dropped his debut Stunts, Blunts & Hip Hop. The record remains a blueprint of boom bap production —…

On Sept. 22, 1998, Trick Daddy released www.thug.com, a sophomore album that made Miami rap a national force. Raw storytelling, heavy basslines, and a title embracing the…

Body: On September 21, 1984, Wale was born. From Ambition to The Gifted, he fused poetic bars with D.C. go-go roots to create a distinct sound.…

On September 20, 1988, Marley Marl dropped In Control, Volume 1, shaping the golden era with collaborations that set a blueprint for producers. On this same…