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Showbiz & A.G.

Showbiz & A.G. are a prominent hip-hop duo hailing from The Bronx, New York, renowned for their tenure in the influential hip-hop collective Diggin' in the Crates Crew (D.I.T.C.). The duo consists of producer Showbiz (Rodney Lemay) and MC A.G. (Andre the Giant, born Andre Barnes). They emerged in the early 1990s, capturing the attention of the underground with their authentic boom-bap production and thoughtful lyricism, which resonated with the gritty aesthetic of New York hip-hop of the era.

Their 1992 debut album "Runaway Slave" is a revered classic, showcasing their raw chemistry and featuring seminal tracks that have made lasting impressions on the genre. As they progressed, albums such as "Goodfellas," released in 1995, and "Full Scale" from 1998, further solidified their status as mainstays within hip-hop. After a hiatus, they resurfaced with "Mugshot Music" in 2012, reaffirming their dedication to the culture and sound they helped define. They continued their journey with releases such as "Take It Back" in 2017 and "Runaway Beats Instrumentals," the latter exemplifying Showbiz's prowess as a beatmaker and maintaining their essence in a changing musical landscape. Showbiz & A.G. remain respected veterans, their contributions to hip-hop undeniably etched into its history.

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