Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz are among the most prominent figures who have defined the sound and culture of crunk music, a subgenre of hip-hop that blends elements of Southern rap and bass music. The group, hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, was formed in the mid-1990s with frontman Lil Jon, whose real name is Jonathan Smith, and rappers Big Sam and Lil' Bo. They quickly became known for their high-energy beats, raucous shouting vocals, and a party-centric ethos that injected a raw edge into the Southern rap scene.

Their breakthrough came with the release of their album "We Still Crunk!" in 2000, but it was with the subsequent albums "Put Yo Hood Up" (2001), "Kings Of Crunk" (2002), and "Crunk Juice" (2004) that they cemented their legacy. These albums contained hits like "Bia' Bia'", "Get Low," and "What U Gon' Do" that rang out in clubs across the country and continue to be anthems of the genre. Lil Jon's distinctive call-and-response shouts, coupled with high-intensity beats, made Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz synonymous with crunk music and party anthologies. Their success also opened the doors for collaborations with artists across various genres, further solidifying their impact on popular music.

Genres

Atl Hip Hop

Atlanta Bass

Crunk

Dirty South Rap

Old School Atlanta Hip Hop

Southern Hip Hop

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Latest Release

Crunkest Hits (Clean)

Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz

Album - 13 Tracks - Released March 15, 2011