Pro Era

Pro Era is a Brooklyn-based hip hop collective founded by Joey Bada$$, Capital Steez, and CJ Fly in 2011. The group is known for its lyrical and jazz-influenced sound, which draws inspiration from The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, and The Wu-Tang Clan. Pro Era has collaborated with various artists, including Mac Miller, A$AP Rocky, and Flatbush Zombies. The collective has also performed at numerous festivals, such as Coachella and Governors Ball.

History

Pro Era was formed in 2011 by Joey Bada$$, Capital Steez, and CJ Fly, who met while attending Edward R. Murrow High School in Brooklyn. The group's early sound was influenced by 1990s hip hop, with artists like The Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, and DMX being major inspirations. Pro Era gained popularity through their YouTube channel, where they posted videos of their freestyles and music videos. The collective has also been associated with other notable artists, such as Kirk Knight, Nyck Caution, and Chuck Strangers, who have all contributed to the group's music and touring efforts. Pro Era has performed alongside artists like Action Bronson, Danny Brown, and Vince Staples, and has been praised by critics like Pitchfork and Fader.

Members

The members of Pro Era include Joey Bada$$, CJ Fly, Kirk Knight, Nyck Caution, and Chuck Strangers. Other notable members include Capital Steez, who passed away in 2012, and Dessy Hinds, who has been involved in the group's music and visual arts projects. Pro Era has also collaborated with artists like Statik Selektah, DJ Premier, and Pete Rock, who have all contributed to the group's production and songwriting efforts. The collective has been compared to other notable hip hop groups, such as A$AP Mob and Odd Future, and has been praised for their lyrical complexity and musical versatility. Pro Era has also been associated with other artists, such as Flatbush Zombies and The Underachievers, who share similar hip hop and jazz influences.

Discography

Pro Era has released several mixtapes and EPs, including The Secc$ Tap.e and PEEP: The aPROcalypse. The collective has also released music through Cinematic Music Group and Scion Audio/Visual, and has collaborated with other notable labels, such as Rhymesayers Entertainment and Def Jam Recordings. Pro Era's music has been praised by critics like Rolling Stone and The New York Times, and has been compared to other notable hip hop releases, such as Kendrick Lamar's good kid, m.A.A.d city and J. Cole's Born Sinner. The collective has also been associated with other notable hip hop producers, such as J Dilla and 9th Wonder, who have influenced their sound and production style.

Style and Influences

Pro Era's style is characterized by their lyrical complexity and jazz-influenced sound, which draws inspiration from The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, and The Wu-Tang Clan. The collective has also been influenced by other notable hip hop groups, such as A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul, and has been praised for their musical versatility and experimental approach to hip hop. Pro Era has collaborated with artists like Mac Miller and A$AP Rocky, and has been associated with other notable hip hop festivals, such as SXSW and Bonnaroo. The collective's music has also been compared to other notable hip hop releases, such as Chance the Rapper's Coloring Book and Vince Staples' Big Fish Theory.

Impact and Legacy

Pro Era has had a significant impact on the hip hop scene, with their lyrical complexity and jazz-influenced sound influencing a new generation of hip hop artists. The collective has been praised by critics like Pitchfork and Fader, and has been associated with other notable hip hop movements, such as the New York hip hop and West Coast hip hop scenes. Pro Era has also collaborated with artists like Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole, and has been compared to other notable hip hop groups, such as A$AP Mob and Odd Future. The collective's music has been praised for its lyrical depth and musical innovation, and has been recognized as one of the most influential hip hop collectives of the 2010s. Pro Era has also been associated with other notable hip hop awards, such as the BET Hip Hop Awards and the MTVU Woodie Awards. Category:Hip hop collectives