Dilated Peoples
Dilated Peoples is an American rapper from Los Angeles, California active since 1992.
- Profession
- Rapper, DJ, Hip-hop group
- Years active
- 1992–present
Early life
A Los Angeles trio of MCs Evidence and Rakaa with turntablist DJ Babu, Dilated Peoples emerged from the city's underground battle and crate-digging scene.
Career
Their albums "The Platform" and "Expansion Team," plus the Kanye-featured hit "This Way," made them respected underground stalwarts.
Major achievements
They became leading figures of early-2000s underground and turntablist hip-hop.
Legacy
Dilated Peoples championed lyrical, DJ-driven underground rap on a major-label platform.
References
Frequently asked questions about Dilated Peoples
- What is Dilated Peoples known for?
- Dilated Peoples is an American rapper from Los Angeles, California active since 1992. Dilated Peoples is recognized as a rapper, DJ, and hip-hop group.
- Where is Dilated Peoples from?
- Dilated Peoples is from Los Angeles, California.
- What kind of music does Dilated Peoples make?
- Dilated Peoples's music spans Hip-hop, West Coast hip-hop, Underground hip-hop, and Boom bap.
- Is Dilated Peoples still active?
- Yes — Dilated Peoples has been active since 1992 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Dilated Peoples been associated with?
- Dilated Peoples has been associated with Capitol and ABB.
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