I'm starting (not literally) on this thread a hip hop Hall Of Fame. To qualify is very simple. One, you must've had some type of impact (good or bad) on hip-hop. And two, you must have at least been around for 10-15 years to qualify for induction. Each year we will acknowledge at least 4 artists. Maximum 6. But since this is the opening, I'll induct 10 artists to start it off. And you must have at least 55% of the vote to get in. So I'll start off the nominees and feel free to input your noms as well. Remember 55% will get in. So here's my list of the first 10 to get in:

1. Run-DMC
2. 2Pac
3. LL Cool J
4. Grandmaster Flash & The Furious 5
5. N.W.A
6. Whodini
7. Public Enemy
8. Eric B. & Rakim
9. Boogie Down Productions
10. Kurtis Blow
There you have it! The first 10. I like to see your input as well and see if you agree or adjust the list to who you think should be the first 10. Remember I'm the Prez so you're not exactly overriding me. Your just adding on to the percentage of 55 that's needed to get in. Peace Out. Welcome to the dawn.
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[Edited 3/27/10 8:47am]

Sugarhill Gang
Kool Herc
Afrika Bambaataa
Mr.Magic
Spoonie Gee
Cold Crush Brothers
King Tim III

StarMon said:

That's first three in the hall, IMO.

Stax said:

Right on!

StarMon said:

Blessed to have seen/heard these guys and Grandmaster Flash spin live

BaM
Flash
Jazzy J
Fantastic 5
Dj Hollywood
Cold Crush
Jazzy 5 mc's
Sugarhill Gang
Crash Crew
Treacherous 3
Disco 4
Funky 4 + 1 more
Jekyll & Hyde
Fab 5 Freddie
The World's Famous Supreme team
Jay Bloodrock
Mr.Magic
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IAintTheOne said:

Yes sir

You doin' that fast typing

StarMon said:

fixed it I fucked up

Cinnie said:

Word! I've seen Flash live, not fortunate to have seen Bambaataa and Herc

StarMon said:

seen em from the BX y'see

IAintTheOne said:

IAintTheOne said:

Yeah, you were there on the the scene, when it all jumped off,
"The Boogie Down".

StarMon said:

carryin records like a mufuggah too

IAintTheOne said:

StarMon said:

Ipaid my dues trust me LOL

IAintTheOne said:

No doubt, I feel ya'. I carried equipment and wax for my cousin back in the day. I use to get some of the homies, to carry crates and equipment, their pay.. free music and fine ladies.
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