Queens rap group Run-DMC was already a major force in music when it released “Raising Hell” in 1986—an album that would go on to redefine hip-hop.
Featuring the groundbreaking collaboration “Walk This Way” with Aerosmith, the record became the first hip-hop album to reach platinum and multi-platinum status.
In his new book, “Run-DMC and Raising Hell: 40 Years,” hip-hop historian JayQuan takes a deep dive into the album and its tracks.
He joined “Mornings On 1” this week to discuss more.
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