When discussing or debating the greatest Hip-Hop group of all time, we often overlook the crucial word—group.
A musical group, regardless of its genre, is an incredibly challenging endeavor to maintain. The constant disagreements, financial difficulties, substance abuse, and personal life issues, among other factors, take a significant toll on groups. Eventually, the stresses of resolving conflicts and managing the group lead to its inevitable demise….seeFull on rapentertainment.com
The recipe that cooks up the Greatest Group of all time takes work and dedication.Love, compassion , commitment , diplomacy, discipline! All of these requirements has to be well thought out documented and understood.
Then there is the talent creativity and skill that each
member must possess and apply consistently throughout their entire career.
Once all of that is in place, now it’s time to craft the nameof the group. This is crucial because this is the Brand. Thefirst tool that is presented to the market. It has to be catchy, visually appealing and encompass the group’s vision and ideology.
THE COLDCRUSH BROTHERS.
You can’t get any better than that. By incorporating “Brothers” into your group’s name, you’re truly ahead of most of the controversies that tear groups apart. This allows you to focus on honing your skills and developing into the artist you’re capable of becoming.
Each member of the Cold Crush Brothers achieved that.A true Hip Hop fan or historian would agree that every emcee possessed elite skills and talent, including writing, voice, imagination, showmanship, and innovation.
Grand Master Caz, Easy A.D., Almighty Kay Gee, JDL and even former legends Whipper Whip and Dot-A-Rock all Hall of Fame pioneers.
JDL – Born Jerry Dee Lewis – “…The one who Rocks so very well Am- Baby Baby!” Quickly registered with fans just like his counterparts.
He was imitated, revered, and worshipped! For most of us who never had the chance to witness his live performances, we found comfort in listening to those cassette tapes of his shows at Harlem World and other venues across the New York tristate. To
We also thank Legendary photographer Joe Conzo for capturing so many still images of Cold Crush.
JDL and his Cold Crush Brothers did all of the leg work for the success of this massive Multi Trillion dollar industry that we ALL benefit from.
We will forever honor this Pioneer, Legendary Emcee. The COLD CRUSH BROTHER – JDL. He will be missed, but never forgotten for his invaluable contribution to the solid foundation he helped build.
Rest well, until we do it again!
