No Respect For Hip-Hop’s O.G.s: Why Many Legendary MCs Still Need to Hustle

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While forgettable white “classic rock” acts like Steely Dan and the Eagles pack stadiums, some of the biggest names in rap history are forced to slum it in clubs. What gives?

Published Feb. 26 2015 5:20AM EST

Imagine Billy Joel, the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, and Led Zeppelin embarking on a 32-city tour together. Picture the legions of aging Baby Boomers who would throw heaps of cash at the chance to hold their lighters in the air and watch four legendary classic rock acts do their thing...

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No Respect For Hip-Hop’s O.G.s: Why Many Legendary MCs Still Need to Hustle

While forgettable white “classic rock” acts like Steely Dan and the Eagles pack stadiums, some of the biggest names in rap history are forced to slum it in clubs. What gives?

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