A New York-based hip-hopper who preached a Black nationalist philosophy, Professor X was the founder of the Black Muslim organization known as the Blackwatch Committee and the leader of the group X-Clan. X's debut solo album, Years of the 9, on the Blackhand Side, contrasted sharply with the type... [+] Expand

A New York-based hip-hopper who preached a Black nationalist philosophy, Professor X was the founder of the Black Muslim organization known as the Blackwatch Committee and the leader of the group X-Clan. X's debut solo album, Years of the 9, on the Blackhand Side, contrasted sharply with the type of graphic, profane gangster rap that had become incredibly popular. You won't find any gratuitous violence or sexually exploitive material on tunes like "Vanglorious Crib," "The Sleeper Has Awakened" and "Reality," which encourage Black pride, self-respect and cultural awareness. But while some hip-hop writers were quick to praise the Professor's positivity (especially on the East Coast), this enjoyable CD wasn't nearly as big a seller as many of the gangsta rap recordings the West Coast provided in 1991. ~ Alex Henderson, All Music Guide [-] Collapse

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