Forming in Englewood, New Jersey back in August 1979, The Sugarhill Gang is named after their neighborhood in Harlem named Sugar Hill. Originally composed of members Michael “Wonder Mike” Wright, Henry “Big Bank Hank” Jackson, and Guy “Master Gee” O’Brien,” no one could predict the impact and influence of their breakout hit “Rapper’s Delight,” which served as the first rap single to chart as a Top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100.
The beauty lies in the fact that 45 years later, the group is able to still tour the timeless record today. Most recently, The Sugarhill Gang performed an intimate performance with Live At The Print Shop, celebrating their contributions to the genre of Hip-Hop as a whole. Their set was paired with a meaningful sit-down interview as they reflect on their history and legacy in the music industry.
HOW THE SUGARHILL GANG’S LIVES CHANGED AFTER “RAPPER’S DELIGHT”
by Editor's Pick
Jan 23, 2024
Forming in Englewood, New Jersey back in August 1979, The Sugarhill Gang is named after their neighborhood in Harlem named Sugar Hill. Originally composed of members Michael “Wonder Mike” Wright, Henry “Big Bank Hank” Jackson, and Guy “Master Gee” O’Brien,” no one could predict the impact and influence of their breakout hit “Rapper’s Delight,” which served as the first rap single to chart as a Top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100.
The beauty lies in the fact that 45 years later, the group is able to still tour the timeless record today. Most recently, The Sugarhill Gang performed an intimate performance with Live At The Print Shop, celebrating their contributions to the genre of Hip-Hop as a whole. Their set was paired with a meaningful sit-down interview as they reflect on their history and legacy in the music industry.
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