Thirty years ago, The Wu-Tang Clan changed hip-hop music forever. Bursting onto the music scene with the release of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the group quickly became recognized for its innovative beats and clever lyrics, as well as the diverse personalities and talents that make up its nine-member Hip-Hop group. The Wu-Tang Clan has released seven gold and platinum studio albums with worldwide sales of more than 40 million albums. With the release of their debut album in 1993, songs like “C.R.E.A.M” and “Protect Ya Neck” introduced Hip-Hop pioneer, RZA, as a groundbreaking Hip-Hop craftsman. With lyrics that combine the reality of 1990s New York and the world of martial arts, The Wu-Tang Clan has created a unique mythology that captures the hearts of fans worldwide.
Run The Jewels is the powerhouse rap group of Brooklyn’s El-P and Atlanta’s Killer Mike, two of the most distinctive and celebrated names in rap music. Though they might have seemed like an unlikely pairing on paper when they teamed up in 2013, this dynamic duo tapped into a creative synergy that subverted and pulverized all expectations. The result has been the largest, most fervent fanbase either had experienced in their individual careers, not to mention multiple gold records and Killer Mike sweeping the rap categories at the 2023 Grammy Awards for his solo album, “MICHAEL,” one of which he shares with EL-P.
Across a decade of four classic albums and culture shaping content, Run The Jewels has cemented their musical legacy with their brand of uncompromising, forward thinking hip-hop. They have garnered endless critical acclaim, major media exposure and amassed a passionate global following for a unique ability to straddle the worlds of gifted artistic expression, pointed social commentary and raw, boisterous fun. They’ve extended their talents and iconic brand into multiple realms, including film, television, apparel, gaming, premium beverages and more, in the process building their own bespoke universe and priceless connection with their community of fans.
