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In the early 1990's, Hip Hop Culture gave birth to the original messenger group, X Clan. Known for its Afrocentrism and militant activism as a member of the Blackwatch Movement, X Clan soon gained fame for the controversy its music aroused. The original four members were Brother J (The Grand Verbalizer), Professor X (The Overseer, son of activist Sonny Carson), The Architect Paradise and Sugar Shaft (The Rhythm Provider). This group demonstrates a unique chemistry of Hip Hop artistry, production and social movement development for youth and elders pressured by social injustice.
Influenced by icons like Bob Marley, Sun Ra and George Clinton; X Clan chose the path of messenger group and was introduced to the music mainstream by 4th and Bway/Island Records. X Clan introduced a signature sound and image reflecting the ancestors of indigenous cultures to eldership of today.
Their debut album, To the East Blackwards (1990), became a Hip Hop Classic, followed by Xodus (1992) -
both albums peaked at #11 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart in the United States. Regardless of the publicity and mainstream acceptance, X Clan has always held true to their mission to channel intelligence and inspiration through Hip Hop Music.
X Clan is living proof that conscious music has its place in the commercial and independent market.
"Our music is the vibration of liberation; our goal is freedom for cultural expression."
Influenced by icons like Bob Marley, Sun Ra and George Clinton; X Clan chose the path of messenger group and was introduced to the music mainstream by 4th and Bway/Island Records. X Clan introduced a signature sound and image reflecting the ancestors of indigenous cultures to eldership of today.
Their debut album, To the East Blackwards (1990), became a Hip Hop Classic, followed by Xodus (1992) -
both albums peaked at #11 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart in the United States. Regardless of the publicity and mainstream acceptance, X Clan has always held true to their mission to channel intelligence and inspiration through Hip Hop Music.
X Clan is living proof that conscious music has its place in the commercial and independent market.
"Our music is the vibration of liberation; our goal is freedom for cultural expression."
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