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The Sugarhill Gang is an American hip-hop group that emerged from Englewood, New Jersey, in 1973, and they played a pivotal role in the genesis of old-school hip-hop. Best known for their groundbreaking track "Rapper's Delight," they helped introduce rap to a broader audience, blending catchy hooks with playful rhymes that captured the spirit of the time. While "Rapper's Delight" became their most recognized hit in the U.S., the trio found additional success across Europe until the mid-1980s. They reformed years later and even took to the road in 2016, reminding fans of their early influence and the fun, infectious energy that still makes you want to groove.
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