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Cultural critic Jason A. England joins Bomani Jones to discuss 1995, one of the most pivotal years in the evolution of hip-hop. They highlight how regions like New York, Houston, and California each developed distinct styles and sounds, and how regional diversity enabled rich cultural exchange, as fans eagerly explored the unique flavors of rap from different cities. They discuss how Mobb Deep and the Wu-Tang Clan were not only influential in New York but also shaped hip-hop's sound nationwide. They note that hip-hop was not just a musical genre but a cultural movement that influenced fashion, language, and lifestyle. They recount personal anecdotes of their experiences listening to music and attending shows, illustrating how the community around hip-hop was as important as the music itself.

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