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Today In Hip Hop History: DMX Released His Second LP ‘Flesh Of My Flesh Blood Of My Blood’ 24 Years Ago

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On this date in 1998, Earl “DMX” Simmons dropped his sophomore release, Flesh Of My Flesh, Blood Of My Blood on the Def Jam/Ruff Ryders imprint. Less than a year following his debut album, It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, X put out one of his most celebrated releases that shipped gold in its first week and were posted at the top of the charts for almost an entire month following its release.

The project, which was produced by Irv Gotti, Dame Grease and Swizz, debuted at number 1 on Billboard Top 200 just like X’s premier album. This feat was only accomplished once before by Tupac with All Eyez On Me and The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory.

The singles that led the album’s success were the dark, autobiographical “Slippin’” and the Swizz Beatz produced “No Love 4 Me” featuring then Ruff Ryders newcomer Drag-On. The album enjoyed additional success being that this was the project in heavy rotation during DMX’s silver screen debut alongside Nas in Belly.

Thanks to the entire Ruff Ryder team including the Dark Man Unknown himself for this timeless Hip Hop classic!

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Ruff Ryders Are Hosting A March To Honor DMX And Support The George Floyd Justice In Policing Act

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The unexpected passing of DMX has led to a whole host of projects cropping up in his memory. Not only is his label releasing a guest-packed posthumous album, Exodus, later this month, but his crew the Ruff Ryders have been active about organizing, too. Ruff Ryders to The Rescue organized a march in Houston called Ryde4Lyfe that will honor his memory, as well collaborate with the Philonise and Keeta Floyd Institution, founded by the brother of George Floyd’s brother, to commemorate the life of George Floyd.

Additionally, the event hopes to raise awareness for the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act that’s before Congress. If you’re in Houston and able to attend the march, it will start this Saturday, May 22 in McGregor Park at 8 AM CST and finish at the Jack Yates High School.

Check out more information on the march in an Instagram post shared to the Ruff Ryders To The Rescue account:

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Ruff Ryders 2 The Rescue is joining forces with Philonese & Keeta Floyd ‘Institute For Social Change for a game-changing ride event. Come out and support a monumental humanitarian cause! We are asking that everyone reach out to your local congressmen to ensure the vote to pass the “George Floyd Justice In Policing Act” In Congress. Our ride honors George Floyd & The Late Great DMX. For years, X has been the voice of strength, hope, and courage in the streets throughout the black community. Over the past decade, most of the Black culture has suffered behind police brutality without justice. We’ve watched countless viral videos of sisters and brothers senselessly beaten and gunned down by law enforcement. It’s time to end this cycle. We’re striving for the passing of this bill to help end police brutality in our culture and begin to hold law enforcement accountable. The ride out will take place on Saturday May 22nd at 8am CST in Houston and start at 5225 Calhoun Road and end at 3650 Alabama Street. The proceeds of the t-shirt will be donated to our campaign to end police brutality. Gear up, join us, and support a monumental humanitarian cause!

Learn more about the event here.

Fabolous Shows Priceless Moments From DMX Service

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New York rapper Fabolous knows we lost a real one in Earl Simmons. The hip-hop veteran has shared some very special moments from the DMX memorial service in Brooklyn. Fabolous Shows Priceless Moments Fab hit up Instagram with a slideshow of emotional moments. Along with sharing shots from outside the Barclays Center, Loso also revealed […]

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Ruff Ryders Point Fingers At DMX Memorial Service

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The Ruff Ryders made sure to properly remember their late leader. The crew including producer Swizz Beatz showed up with deep words at DMX’s memorial service Saturday in New York. Ruff Ryders Get Deep At DMX’s Service New footage has started to circulate online showing the crew on-stage at the emotional Barclays Center event in […]

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DMX’s Fiancée Shares Heartwarming Pic W/ Their Son

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Late New York rapper DMX’s fiancée is speaking out. Desiree Lindstorm has stepped forward to address an emotional weekend of funeral services in remembrance of the Ruff Ryders icon. DMX’s Fiancée Shares Heartwarming Pic Lindstorm went to her Instagram page with a shot of herself alongside their son. She also dished on believing X’s spirit […]

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DMX’s Fiancée Calls Him Her “Everything” In Must-Read Note

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Late New York rapper DMX’s fiancée Desiree Lindstorm is keeping the rap icon’s legacy alive. She has come forward to issue a statement about losing her “everything” in an emotional reflection post. DMX’s Fiancée Calls Him Her Everything Lindstorm went to her Instagram page with the must-read message. Desiree also explained just how much he […]

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DMX’s Public Memorial Is Happening In Brooklyn Next Week

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Late rap icon DMX’s public memorial is happening in the coming days. Fans of the hip-hop heavyweight will have a chance to pay final respect to him at a New York public memorial. DMX’s Public Memorial Is Happening According to reports, the emotional event is slated to go down at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. However, COVID-19 […]

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DMX’s First Posthumous Song Premieres W/ French Montana

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DMX's First Posthumous Song Premieres W/ French Montana

Veteran producer Swizz Beatz is making sure the legacy of DMX is living on. As curator of the Godfather of Harlem television series soundtrack, fans can rejoice as Season 2 approaches with a must-hear new song. DMX’s First Posthumous Song Premieres A new track called “Been to War” featuring the late New York star as […]

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Swizz Beatz, Eve + The Ruff Ryders React To DMX’s Death

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Hip-hop legend DMX put the Ruff Ryders on the map. The management company turned record label was one of the biggest brands in the music industry during the late-1990s and early-2000s, and DMX was the dog at the head of the pack. Upon the news of Earl Simmons’ death on Thursday, his former labelmates went […]

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