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Description of Asia

 
Though rarely recognized in America outside of underground circles, Asian hip-hop is vibrant and continues to grow in terms of commercial appeal. The most visible element of the form is its DJs. Figures such as DJ Honda and DJ Krush have been a presence in America markets since the late-90s and continue to draw fans both here and abroad.

Also worth noting is the contributions of Asian Americans. Chinese freestyle emcee Jin may be the most visible -- thanks in part to his 2003 single "Learn Chinese," produced by the Fugees Wyclef Jean -- but many others have made substantial offerings. The Mountain Brothers, the Visionaries, Lyrics Born and South Asian rapper Panjabi MC have consistently released strong and well-received albums. And DJ crews such as the Beat Junkies and ISP are among the top perpetrators in the nation.
 

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Asia Key Artists

 
DJ Krush

One of the more prolific
DJ's of our time, this
Japanese producer is
consistently coming out
with new material. DJ Kru...

DJ Q-Bert

Arguably the most famous,
influential, and skilled DJ
alive, Q-Bert continues to
inspire with his
ever-evolving techniques...

Invisibl Skratch Piklz

Arguably the most
influential DJ crew ever
assembled, ISP pushed the
limits of sound with an
abundance of sick techni...

Jin

Jin is a Chinese-American
emcee heavily influenced
by Eminem and down with
the Ruff Ryders. He won a
deal with Ruff Ryders afte...

Panjabi MC

Panjabi MC was pioneering
bhangra-hop back in the
1990s with a series of
ground-breaking releases.
He first made waves in th...

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