The Sugarhill Gang with Furious Five

The Sugarhill Gang is a pioneering hip-hop group formed in Englewood, New Jersey, in 1979, widely credited for bringing rap music to mainstream audiences. Their ground-breaking single, “Rapper’s Delight” (1979), is considered the first rap hit, reaching No. 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 and selling millions of copies globally. This track introduced hip-hop culture to the world and is preserved in the National Recording Registry. Members Wonder Mike, Big Bank Hank, and Master Gee became synonymous with early hip-hop. The group’s legacy includes a Grammy Hall of Fame induction and influence that paved the way for the global rap phenomenon.

For Fans Of: Hip-hop, Grandmaster Flash, Run DMC, Afrika Bambaataa