Best Harlem

Scott LaFlare, known professionally as Big L, was a highly influential New York rapper recognized for his dense, complex lyricism, rapid-fire delivery, and often dark, introspective themes exploring urban life and personal struggles within the hardcore East Coast hip-hop scene of the 1990s.

A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Athelaston Mayers, rose to prominence in the late 2000s with his experimental blend of trap, streetwear fashion, and introspective lyricism, significantly influencing contemporary hip-hop’s aesthetic and sound.

Doug E. Fresh was a pioneering American rapper and beatboxer known for his elaborate, multi-instrumental live performances utilizing custom-built robotic costumes and rapid-fire vocal techniques that revolutionized early hip-hop production.

Across 110th Street is a 1972 American crime film set in Harlem, noted for its violent heist plot and Bobby Womack's widely remembered title song.

The Cotton Club (1984) portrays life at a legendary Harlem jazz club during the 1930s. This drama explores the experiences of musicians, performers, and patrons within its vibrant atmosphere. Featuring Richard Gere, Gregory Hines, and Diane Lane, the film offers a look at American entertainment and...

Cam’ron, born William James Kimbrough Jr., rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s as a prolific mixtape artist and fashion icon within New York City's hip-hop scene, known for his distinctive flow and lavish style.