DJ Wally Sparks on When Rap Had Regional Identity, The Rise of Southern Singles, Bone Thugs Underrated? | 02.17
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones and DJ Wally Sparks break down why 1996 was one of the greatest singles years in hip-hop history. From UGK, Twista, and DJ Screw to Camp Lo, Bone Thugs, and Busta Rhymes, they explore how regional rap scenes, Rap City, and the role of DJs shaped an era before streaming…
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