Hip-Hop's Evolution: From Executives to Tech, a 50-Year Journey
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Variety and the Black Music Action Coalition have compiled a list of the 50 greatest hip-hop executives of all time to celebrate the genre's 50th anniversary. The list includes artists who founded their own labels, such as Eazy-E and Master P, as well as entrepreneurs like Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, and Diddy, whose empires extend beyond hip-hop. The list is not without controversy, but it recognizes the individuals who have played a crucial role in shaping the business and culture of hip-hop.
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