Happy Birthday to Gary “GZA” Grice, Born August 22, 1966

August 22, 2026 Albumism Staff

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Happy Birthday to RZA, Born July 5, 1969

July 5, 2026 Albumism Staff

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Happy Birthday to Dennis “Ghostface Killah” Coles, Born May 9, 1970

May 9, 2026 Albumism Staff

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Happy Birthday to Method Man, Born March 2, 1971

March 2, 2026 Albumism Staff

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Happy Birthday to Raekwon, Born January 12, 1970

January 12, 2026 Albumism Staff

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2nd II None’s Eponymous Debut Album ‘2nd II None’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

The duo’s DJ Quik orchestrated debut LP features great production and brash attitude, which make the album an entertaining exercise overall.

Ginuwine’s Debut Album ‘Ginuwine… The Bachelor’ Turns 30 | Album Anniversary

Ginuwine’s breakthrough debut was a remarkable achievement during a very competitive year for R&B albums, amidst notable releases by the likes of Aaliyah, Blackstreet, and Maxwell, among others.

Freestyle Fellowship’s Debut Album ‘To Whom It May Concern…’ Turns 35 | Album Anniversary

Not just an LA underground classic, but a foundational record for a whole generation of emcees, ‘To Whom It May Concern’ continues to influence and inspire the contemporary hip-hop landscape.