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Run-DMC

Run-DMC

East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop, rap rock

United States Est. 1981

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Sound in a sentence: "The relentless groove drives forward with sharp beats and assertive vocal exchanges that command attention while creating an infectious momentum."
Run-DMC reshaped the landscape of hip-hop by bridging the gap between rap and rock, making the genre accessible to a broader audience and paving the way for future collaborations across musical boundaries.
Run-DMC reshaped the landscape of hip-hop by bridging the gap between rap and rock, making the genre accessible to a broader audience and paving the way for future collaborations across musical boundaries. Their influence is palpable in today’s music culture, where genre-blending became a norm, and their style introduced a commanding presence that resonated with fans looking for authenticity and grit. Their approach was marked by a raw energy and an emphasis on rhythm over melody, utilizing powerful beats and a straightforward vocal delivery that conveyed both confidence and relatability. This sonic simplicity allowed their message to come through clearly, breaking down barriers within the music industry and connecting directly with listeners who craved a voice that echoed their realities. Lyrically, Run-DMC often explored themes of identity, resilience, and urban life, weaving storytelling with an unmistakable sense of bravado. Their writing strikes a balance between sincerity and humor, drawing listeners in with relatable narratives while also embodying the rebellious spirit of hip-hop culture. This duality allows their songs to feel both personal and universal, inviting connection through shared experiences.

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Discography

30 releases • 14 studio • 1983–2012
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Singles ()

Ooh, Whatcha Gonna Do

Ooh, Whatcha Gonna Do

1993

Faces

Faces

1991

What's It All About

What's It All About

1990

Pause

Pause

1989

Run's House

Run's House

1988

I'm Not Going Out Like That

I'm Not Going Out Like That

1988

Christmas in Hollis

Christmas in Hollis

1987

It's Tricky

It's Tricky

1987

You Be Illin'

You Be Illin'

1986

My Adidas

My Adidas

1986

Walk This Way

Walk This Way

1986

Can You Rock It Like This

Can You Rock It Like This

1985

You Talk Too Much

You Talk Too Much

1985

Rock Box

Rock Box

1984

Hard Times

Hard Times

1983

It's Like That

It's Like That

1983

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