Today, many of these covers are synonymous with the sound of West Coast rap, the music audible at first sight. Rap is rooted in the East Coast, but the West Coast was instrumental in elevating the ...

During that era, rap music gained more attention from mainstream audiences, regional music such as East Coast vs. West Coast was prevalent, and female MCs were on the rise. As the genre continued ...

Dre’s contributions to LA’s music scene have ensured his place as a global powerhouse. Snoop Dogg’s smooth flow and laid-back persona made him the face of West Coast Hip Hop in the ’90s.