Crash Crew was a pioneering hip-hop group from the Bronx, New York. The group was formed in the late 1970s and consisted of members DJ Darryl C, G Man, La Shubee, Barry Bistro, Reggie Reg, and J.V.C. F.O.R.C.E. They were known for their energetic live performances, intricate rhymes, and catchy hooks.
The group released their first single, “High Power Rap,” in 1980 on the Sound of New York label. The single was a local hit and helped to establish the group’s reputation as one of the most exciting acts in hip-hop. The group followed up with several more successful singles, including “We Are Known as Emcees (We Turn the Party Out)” and “Breaking Bells (Take Me to the Mardi Gras).”
In 1984, the group released their debut album, “On the Radio,” which featured the classic tracks “We Want to Rock” and “Crash Crew’s Back.” The album was a critical and commercial success and helped to establish the group as one of the leading acts in hip-hop.
The group continued to release music throughout the 1980s, including the albums “The Crash Crew” (1985) and “Back to the Old School” (1986). However, by the end of the decade, the group had begun to dissolve due to creative differences and personal issues.
Several members of the group went on to have successful solo careers, including DJ Darryl C, who became a successful producer and worked with artists such as Salt-N-Pepa and Heavy D. Reggie Reg also had a successful solo career, releasing several critically acclaimed albums in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Despite their relatively short career, Crash Crew had a significant impact on the development of hip-hop. Their energetic live performances and catchy hooks helped to define the sound of early hip-hop and inspired countless artists who followed in their footsteps. The group’s influence can be heard in the work of artists such as Run-DMC, LL Cool J, and Public Enemy.
