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Before Atlanta was a global center of hip hop music, the South was overlooked and belittled by larger players in the industry. In the 1970s, New York and Los Angeles dominated the hip hop scene, with distinct styles and infamous feuds fueling a fervid “East Coast” versus “West Coast” divide. Here, the concept of “Gangsta rap” emerged as artists wrote lyrics to reflect the realities they faced in low-income, predominantly black communities riddled with drugs, crime, and police brutality (Philips). The explosiveness of the hip hop scene emerging on the coasts made it difficult for other cities or regions to gain recognition in this space.

Around the same time, Atlanta’s music scene was also gaining momentum, but it was mostly limited to local and underground artists. In the 1980s, when hip hop first came to Atlanta, it took form as a variation of “Miami Bass,” a subgenre of hip hop consisting of fast-paced, upbeat songs with discernable beats. When “Miami Bass” came in proximity to more traditional forms of East Coast hip hop, brought to Atlanta by New York transplants, it began to take on a distinct Southern style (“The Dirty South”). Simultaneously, the growth of local record labels and infrastructure for hip hop music helped to further its reach to a more widespread audience. However, it was not until the early 90s that Southern hip hop expanded to a national scale.

Outkast, a rap duo from Southwest Atlanta, put the city on the map. They merged aspects of “Gangsta rap” that was becoming increasingly popular on the coasts with a distinct Southern sound. Similarly to rappers in New York and LA, Outkast highlighted the trials and tribulations associated with street life, however, their Southern slang and ability to experiment with unique melodies set them apart. The album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik catapulted Outkast to mainstream success, landing the rap duo at the infamous 1995 Source Awards. Here, the East Coast / West Coast rivalry was at its peak, and consequently, the crowd was shocked when Outkast won the award for “Best New Rap Group.” As the audience booed in disapproval, the rap duo broadcast an important message to the music industry. Andre 3000’s statement, “the South got something to say,” celebrated the progress of Atlanta as a cultural center and served as a pivotal moment for up and coming Southern artists (Grem). Outkast brought public attention to Atlanta’s hip hop scene, paving the way for many of the genre’s successors.

This tour will guide you through a series of locations important to the inception of Southern hip hop. We start in the 1980s exploring Atlanta’s variations of Miami bass and see how the genre evolves as we travel through the late twentieth century.
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Although hip hop today has evolved greatly since the 90s, these two groups, as well as many others that preceded them, laid the groundwork to make Atlanta a prominent, nationally recognized center for hip hop music.

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Goodie Mob, another rap group hailing from “The Dungeon,” was able to piggyback off of Outkast’s success to gain recognition in the hip hop community. Similarly to Outkast, Goodie Mob rapped about their reality. In their hit album “Soul Food,” the rap group grieved lost friends, paid respects to their mothers, and addressed white supremacy from the lens of young men who were “twenty dollars away from being on the street” (Barker). The album was produced and recorded at a variety of locations, including both the Dungeon and Purple Dragon Studio. At the time this album was released, the 1994 crime bill, a mass influx of people to the city, and the upcoming ‘96 olympics, which disproportionately impacted and displaced black communities, was brought to light through the songs’ lyrics. For Goodie Mob, “just representing Atlanta was the main focus,” however, Atlanta was being shaped by these broader political and social happenings (Barker). This album remains influential into the twenty-first century, having popularized the term “the trap” and occasionally being referenced in the work of other artists.

The Purple Dragon Loft-Studio now overlooks the west end of the Beltline as is valued at $1.3 million. As of 2016, the building and property were up for sale (Green).

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In 1993, shortly after Outkast was signed by LaFace Records, L.A. Reid and Babyface tasked the duo with delivering a Christmas single for a compilation album. Big Boi and Andre 3000 interpreted the meaning of a “Christmas song” loosely in what soon became their first hit single “Player’s Ball.” The song, referencing an annual gathering of pimps that originated in Chicago but spread to cities like Miami and Atlanta, was meant to communicate what Christmas felt like for people on Headland and Delowe Drive in Atlanta. Lyrics such as “Ain’t no chimneys in the ghetto so I won't be hanging my socks,” and “just another day of work to me the spirit just ain't in me” describe Christmas as just another day of work. “Player’s Ball” peaked at #37 on the Billboard 100, making it the highest charting single on Outkast’s debut album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik (Outkast). This album played a major role in establishing the South as a credible hip hop scene.

While here, look out for the Headland Delowe Shopping Center on Delowe Drive. This shopping center used to be home to Lamonte's Beauty Supply, where Rico Wade of the \"Organized Noize\" production company first discovered the duo.

",33.6889161,-84.4570236,[234,235,236],"In 1993, shortly after Outkast was signed by LaFace Records, L. A. Reid and Babyface tasked the duo with delivering a Christmas single for a compilation album. Big Boi and Andre 3000 interpreted the meaning of a “Christmas song” loosely in what soon became their first hit single “Player’s Ball.” The song, referencing an annual gathering of pimps that originated in Chicago but spread to cities like Miami and Atlanta, was meant to communicate what Christmas felt like for people on Headland and Delowe Drive in Atlanta. Lyrics such as “Ain’t no chimneys in the ghetto so I won't be hanging my socks,” and “just another day of work to me the spirit just ain't in me” describe Christmas as just another day of work. “Player’s Ball” peaked at #37 on the Billboard 100, making it the highest charting single on Outkast’s debut album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik (Outkast). This album played a major role in establishing the South as a credible hip hop scene. While here, look out for the Headland Delowe Shopping Center on Delowe Drive. This shopping center used to be home to Lamonte's Beauty Supply, where Rico Wade of the \"Organized Noize\" production company first discovered the duo. ",[128,233,217],{"_73":47,"_124":231,"_126":232},[],"Andre 3000 in Player's Ball music video","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/67i0jwptqmjkevt75bxloop83gcs?variant=desktop","player-s-ball",{"_97":146,"_94":23,"_124":231,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":258,"_142":259,"_34":181,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":258,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},{"_97":249,"_94":132,"_124":250,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":251,"_142":252,"_34":220,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":251,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},{"_97":237,"_94":35,"_124":238,"_134":135,"_136":239,"_138":240,"_140":241,"_142":242,"_34":68,"_145":146,"_147":148,"_149":241,"_150":151,"_152":153,"_73":243,"_155":240},6,"Music video by OutKast performing Player's Ball. (C) 1993 LaFace Records LLC","//www.youtube.com/embed/It-Dc83uuRo","It-Dc83uuRo","It-Dc83uuRo.jpg",{"_156":244,"_158":245,"_160":246,"_162":247,"_164":248},"OutKast - Player's Ball (Remix)","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/838j7j0mks2o6iy1j0kmhjd12bu2","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/838j7j0mks2o6iy1j0kmhjd12bu2?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/838j7j0mks2o6iy1j0kmhjd12bu2?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/838j7j0mks2o6iy1j0kmhjd12bu2?variant=desktop","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/838j7j0mks2o6iy1j0kmhjd12bu2?variant=lqip",4,"The corner of Headland and Delowe","16038389620.jpeg",{"_156":253,"_158":254,"_160":255,"_162":256,"_164":257},"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nfypro4hqzccv2rvu9n3g4sgj0vr","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nfypro4hqzccv2rvu9n3g4sgj0vr?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nfypro4hqzccv2rvu9n3g4sgj0vr?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nfypro4hqzccv2rvu9n3g4sgj0vr?variant=desktop","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nfypro4hqzccv2rvu9n3g4sgj0vr?variant=lqip","16038389747.jpeg",{"_156":260,"_158":261,"_160":262,"_162":232,"_164":263},"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/67i0jwptqmjkevt75bxloop83gcs","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/67i0jwptqmjkevt75bxloop83gcs?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/67i0jwptqmjkevt75bxloop83gcs?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/67i0jwptqmjkevt75bxloop83gcs?variant=lqip","the-dungeon","The Dungeon",{"_34":35,"_64":217,"_73":218},{"_34":313,"_64":314,"_73":315},"1901 Lakewood Terrace SE","

“The Dungeon” was the name given to artist and producer Rico Wade’s basement studio and home of the Organized Noize production company. Here, local hopefuls would hang out, get high, and rap and write all day long. The basement was extremely dilapidated, with a dirt floor and no real walls or structure. People would bring sleeping bags and stay for days or even weeks, taking few breaks except to step outside and play a game of football. According to Big Boi, “it was like a big slumber party, seven days a week” (“The Dirty South”). The artists who frequented The Dungeon came to refer to themselves as “The Dungeon Family” because of all of the time they spent together. When Outkast started gaining mainstream popularity, the Dungeon Family worked to uplift the rap duo and ensure their success.

In 2019, Big Boi announced on Instagram that he purchased has purchased the Dungeon (Clanton). On this stop, you can see the house from the street.

",33.702097,-84.3814539,[279,280,281],"“The Dungeon” was the name given to artist and producer Rico Wade’s basement studio and home of the Organized Noize production company. Here, local hopefuls would hang out, get high, and rap and write all day long. The basement was extremely dilapidated, with a dirt floor and no real walls or structure. People would bring sleeping bags and stay for days or even weeks, taking few breaks except to step outside and play a game of football. According to Big Boi, “it was like a big slumber party, seven days a week” (“The Dirty South”). The artists who frequented The Dungeon came to refer to themselves as “The Dungeon Family” because of all of the time they spent together. When Outkast started gaining mainstream popularity, the Dungeon Family worked to uplift the rap duo and ensure their success. In 2019, Big Boi announced on Instagram that he purchased has purchased the Dungeon (Clanton). On this stop, you can see the house from the street. ",[128,264],{"_73":47,"_124":277,"_126":278},[],"Dungeon Family \"Even in Darkness\" album cover","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/oxsbihfoqsrtuin36lhdykf6uy0e?variant=desktop",{"_97":305,"_94":23,"_124":277,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":306,"_142":307,"_34":308,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":306,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},{"_97":295,"_94":132,"_124":296,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":297,"_142":298,"_34":299,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":297,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},{"_97":282,"_94":35,"_124":283,"_134":135,"_136":284,"_138":285,"_140":286,"_142":287,"_34":288,"_145":146,"_147":148,"_149":286,"_150":151,"_152":153,"_73":289,"_155":285},71,"Fab 5 Freddy, on location in Atlanta GA during the summer of 1995, interviews Outkast in the \"Dungeon\" along with Rico and DJ from Organized Noize.","//www.youtube.com/embed/DF-d07vbRcA","DF-d07vbRcA","DF-d07vbRcA.jpg",{"_156":290,"_158":291,"_160":292,"_162":293,"_164":294},79,"Outkast: Rare Footage from the Dungeon 1995","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/u4wqnxuj817zd9e5xde4hn99by90","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/u4wqnxuj817zd9e5xde4hn99by90?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/u4wqnxuj817zd9e5xde4hn99by90?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/u4wqnxuj817zd9e5xde4hn99by90?variant=desktop","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/u4wqnxuj817zd9e5xde4hn99by90?variant=lqip",70,"Street view of the Dungeon","16054919950.jpeg",{"_156":300,"_158":301,"_160":302,"_162":303,"_164":304},78,"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/aqkzgygzctrouwhumgyqvoyirgt6","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/aqkzgygzctrouwhumgyqvoyirgt6?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/aqkzgygzctrouwhumgyqvoyirgt6?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/aqkzgygzctrouwhumgyqvoyirgt6?variant=desktop","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/aqkzgygzctrouwhumgyqvoyirgt6?variant=lqip",69,"16054919897.jpeg",{"_156":309,"_158":310,"_160":311,"_162":278,"_164":312},77,"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/oxsbihfoqsrtuin36lhdykf6uy0e","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/oxsbihfoqsrtuin36lhdykf6uy0e?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/oxsbihfoqsrtuin36lhdykf6uy0e?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/oxsbihfoqsrtuin36lhdykf6uy0e?variant=lqip",40,"tri-cities-high-school","Tri-Cities High School",{"_34":249,"_64":264,"_73":265},{"_34":132,"_64":351,"_73":352},"tri-cities high school","

As LaFace Records was gaining a foothold in Atlanta, André \"3000\" Benjamin and Antwan \"Big Boi\" Patton, the two artists that soon became known as “Outkast,” were having rap battles at Tri-Cities High School. André 3000 and Big Boi were 16 years old when they first met in 1992. They attended the same high school in East Point, Atlanta and soon joined forces over their love for hip hop and 1970s funk. The two aspiring rappers were often found trying to out-rhyme one another in the high school cafeteria (Guzman). After school, they would head to Rico Wade’s basement studio, a popular location for local artists in the neighborhood.

Tri-Cities High School continuously underperforms in key measures of college and career readiness, test scores, and equity when compared to other schools in the state. Its population consists of predominately black and hispanic students, a majority of which come from low income neighborhoods. Andre 3000 was eventually kicked out of school for skipping class (Northam).

",33.6846189,-84.4363099,[329,330],"As LaFace Records was gaining a foothold in Atlanta, André \"3000\" Benjamin and Antwan \"Big Boi\" Patton, the two artists that soon became known as “Outkast,” were having rap battles at Tri-Cities High School. André 3000 and Big Boi were 16 years old when they first met in 1992. They attended the same high school in East Point, Atlanta and soon joined forces over their love for hip hop and 1970s funk. The two aspiring rappers were often found trying to out-rhyme one another in the high school cafeteria (Guzman). After school, they would head to Rico Wade’s basement studio, a popular location for local artists in the neighborhood. Tri-Cities High School continuously underperforms in key measures of college and career readiness, test scores, and equity when compared to other schools in the state. Its population consists of predominately black and hispanic students, a majority of which come from low income neighborhoods. Andre 3000 was eventually kicked out of school for skipping class (Northam). ",[128,314],{"_73":47,"_124":327,"_126":328},[],"Outkast in high school","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/m5a55hai9is4wf9w4o0sjq4aipn4?variant=desktop",{"_97":343,"_94":23,"_124":327,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":344,"_142":345,"_34":346,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":344,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},{"_97":331,"_94":132,"_124":332,"_134":135,"_136":333,"_138":334,"_140":335,"_142":336,"_34":131,"_145":146,"_147":148,"_149":335,"_150":151,"_152":153,"_73":337,"_155":334},67,"Unearthed footage of Big Boi from back in the day.\n\nSee the whole article:\n\"Straight Outta Stankonia: 20 years of OutKast's Atlanta\"\n\nhttp://clatl.com/atlanta/straight-outta-stankonia/Content?oid=10895134","//www.youtube.com/embed/z-bFbYvywhY","z-bFbYvywhY","z-bFbYvywhY.jpg",{"_156":338,"_158":339,"_160":340,"_162":341,"_164":342},"Big Boi of OutKast rehearsing and performing at Tri-Cities High School 1993","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/v2np604xgt8nksodzr62btsinqj6","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/v2np604xgt8nksodzr62btsinqj6?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/v2np604xgt8nksodzr62btsinqj6?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/v2np604xgt8nksodzr62btsinqj6?variant=desktop","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/v2np604xgt8nksodzr62btsinqj6?variant=lqip",68,"16054918926.jpeg",{"_156":347,"_158":348,"_160":349,"_162":328,"_164":350},76,"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/m5a55hai9is4wf9w4o0sjq4aipn4","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/m5a55hai9is4wf9w4o0sjq4aipn4?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/m5a55hai9is4wf9w4o0sjq4aipn4?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/m5a55hai9is4wf9w4o0sjq4aipn4?variant=lqip","laface-records","LaFace Records",{"_34":313,"_64":314,"_73":315},{"_34":385,"_64":386,"_73":387},"3350 Peachtree Road","

The rapid growth of Atlanta’s music scene was facilitated by the development of local record labels. LaFace Records, founded in 1989 by two Los Angeles natives, L.A. Reid and Babyface, chartered the way for Atlanta’s hip hop scene, launching the careers of popular artists such as TLC, Toni Braxton, Outkast, Goodie Mob, Usher, and more. LaFace’s saw their first big success in 1992 with the release of TLC’s album \"Oooohhh ... On The TLC Tip.\" Soon after, Toni Braxton’s and Usher’s debut albums led to further praise for the new record label (Waller). In a 1999 Billboard article, L.A. Reid states that LaFace’s proudest accomplishment is the success of Outkast, the first Southern rap group to gain widespread recognition and respect in the industry. LaFace was originally hesitant to sign the duo, with Reid stating, “'Yeah, I think I like them, but I don’t think that they’re stars, I don’t know, but I’ll give them a chance” (Martin).

LaFace Records is no longer operating as a recording studio. This tour stops brings you into the center of Buckhead's business district, close to Lenox Mall, where LaFace was formerly located.

",33.847639,-84.368189,[366,367],"The rapid growth of Atlanta’s music scene was facilitated by the development of local record labels. LaFace Records, founded in 1989 by two Los Angeles natives, L. A. Reid and Babyface, chartered the way for Atlanta’s hip hop scene, launching the careers of popular artists such as TLC, Toni Braxton, Outkast, Goodie Mob, Usher, and more. LaFace’s saw their first big success in 1992 with the release of TLC’s album \"Oooohhh ... On The TLC Tip.\" Soon after, Toni Braxton’s and Usher’s debut albums led to further praise for the new record label (Waller). In a 1999 Billboard article, L. A. Reid states that LaFace’s proudest accomplishment is the success of Outkast, the first Southern rap group to gain widespread recognition and respect in the industry. LaFace was originally hesitant to sign the duo, with Reid stating, “'Yeah, I think I like them, but I don’t think that they’re stars, I don’t know, but I’ll give them a chance” (Martin).LaFace Records is no longer operating as a recording studio. This tour stops brings you into the center of Buckhead's business district, close to Lenox Mall, where LaFace was formerly located. ",[128,351],{"_73":47,"_124":364,"_126":365},[],"Babyface (left) and LA Reid (right)","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nxan9a0wynh8e5dz12q56eseg30c?variant=desktop",{"_97":132,"_94":23,"_124":364,"_134":376,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":377,"_142":378,"_34":146,"_145":-5,"_147":379,"_149":377,"_150":171,"_152":380,"_73":47,"_155":-5},{"_97":35,"_94":132,"_124":368,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":369,"_142":370,"_34":237,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":369,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},"LA Reid (left) and Babyface (right) with Usher (center)","16038383508.jpeg",{"_156":371,"_158":372,"_160":373,"_162":374,"_164":375},"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/xyfswfqxpd0rfzxvq4q0u97aj8ve","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/xyfswfqxpd0rfzxvq4q0u97aj8ve?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/xyfswfqxpd0rfzxvq4q0u97aj8ve?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/xyfswfqxpd0rfzxvq4q0u97aj8ve?variant=desktop","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/xyfswfqxpd0rfzxvq4q0u97aj8ve?variant=lqip",1231,"16038383386.jpeg",{"_156":381,"_158":382,"_160":383,"_162":365,"_164":384},246,615,"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nxan9a0wynh8e5dz12q56eseg30c","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nxan9a0wynh8e5dz12q56eseg30c?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nxan9a0wynh8e5dz12q56eseg30c?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/nxan9a0wynh8e5dz12q56eseg30c?variant=lqip",39,"the-j-shop","The J Shop",{"_34":132,"_64":351,"_73":352},{"_34":409,"_64":410,"_73":411},"candler road","

King Edward James was an Atlanta entrepreneur who helped to bolster the infrastructure for Atlanta’s emerging hip hop scene. In the late 80s and early 90s, there was only one radio station in Atlanta that would play hip hop music. It greatly overlooked local Atlanta musicians, exclusively featuring East Coast and West Coast artists (“The Dirty South”). King Edward James recognized the failures of local radio and put his entrepreneurial talents to work to help support Atlanta’s local music scene. He opened a store on Candler Road called the “J Shop,” where he began making beats and raps and producing with local artists. King Edward James formed a group of DJs to be a part of his so-called “J-team,” and sold their music on mixtapes for a hefty profit (Stephenson). These tapes helped local DJs and artists gain recognition in the community and greatly amplified the city’s hip hop scene.

The J Shop is no longer standing, however, King Edward J is still in the area, making a living as provisional elder in the nearby United Methodist Church.

",33.7241623,-84.2783863,[401],"King Edward James was an Atlanta entrepreneur who helped to bolster the infrastructure for Atlanta’s emerging hip hop scene. In the late 80s and early 90s, there was only one radio station in Atlanta that would play hip hop music. It greatly overlooked local Atlanta musicians, exclusively featuring East Coast and West Coast artists (“The Dirty South”). King Edward James recognized the failures of local radio and put his entrepreneurial talents to work to help support Atlanta’s local music scene. He opened a store on Candler Road called the “J Shop,” where he began making beats and raps and producing with local artists. King Edward James formed a group of DJs to be a part of his so-called “J-team,” and sold their music on mixtapes for a hefty profit (Stephenson). These tapes helped local DJs and artists gain recognition in the community and greatly amplified the city’s hip hop scene. The J Shop is no longer standing, however, King Edward J is still in the area, making a living as provisional elder in the nearby United Methodist Church. ",[128,386],{"_73":47,"_124":399,"_126":400},[],"King Edward J, Atlanta entrepreneur and founder of the \"J Shop\"","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/lcdwzwo0kb60lyit6sx7801eobul?variant=desktop",{"_97":402,"_94":23,"_124":399,"_134":167,"_136":-5,"_138":-5,"_140":403,"_142":404,"_34":166,"_145":-5,"_147":148,"_149":403,"_150":171,"_152":172,"_73":47,"_155":-5},66,"16054916400.jpeg",{"_156":405,"_158":406,"_160":407,"_162":400,"_164":408},"https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/lcdwzwo0kb60lyit6sx7801eobul","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/lcdwzwo0kb60lyit6sx7801eobul?variant=mobile","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/lcdwzwo0kb60lyit6sx7801eobul?variant=tablet","https://api.opentour.site/atlanta-music-maps/v4/public/media/lcdwzwo0kb60lyit6sx7801eobul?variant=lqip",38,"bankhead","Bankhead",{"_34":385,"_64":386,"_73":387},{"_34":445,"_64":446,"_73":447},"

Like MC Shy D, Kilo Ali was an Atlanta hip hop artist who recorded his own variations of Miami Bass music. However, as an Atlanta native, he received more widespread acceptance from listeners within the city. Ali was from Bankhead, a neighborhood in west Atlanta overriding with drugs and violence, and was able to use his music to speak to peoples’ reality. He wrote his first song, “Cocaine,” while sitting in a juvenile detention center in downtown Atlanta. The song personified cocaine to speak about the rampant drug problem in America’s inner cities and describe the scene unfolding in black communities. To many, Kilo Ali was seen as the first real Atlanta rapper. However, the hip hop genre was not widely enough recognized or accepted for his music to receive air time on the radio (“The Dirty South”).

When in Bankhead, look out for Donald Lee Holloway Parkway. This stretch of Bankhead Highway was renamed to honor the late civil rights attorney, but was largely ignored by Bankhead community members because of fervent cultural pride and identity associated with the \"Bankhead\" name (\"Bankhead\").

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MC Shy D, an artist originally from the South Bronx and the first recognized MC in Atlanta, sought to introduce East Coast hip hop to Atlanta. However, he soon realized that people in the South preferred upbeat songs with repetitive hooks to the lyrical dexterity that characterized New York rap. To appeal to this new audience, MC Shy D merged elements of New York sound with Miami Bass beats in his first hit single “Shake It.” Despite the success of this song, Shy D never felt fully supported in Atlanta because of his New York roots (“The Dirty South”).

The Jellybeans Roller Rink has closed down and is now home to the Ivy Community Center, a venue associated with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Black sorority.
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