West Coast Rap All-Stars

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The West Coast All-Stars was a collaboration of hip-hop artists from the west coast of the United States, best known for the 1990 anti-violence posse cut "We're All In The Same Gang."

Members included Def Jef, Eazy-E, Michel'le, Tone-Loc, Ice-T, JJ Fad, Young MC, Above The Law Digital Underground, MC Hammer, King Tee, Oaktown's 3.5.7, Dee Barnes, Body & Soul, Dr. Dre, MC Ren, and others.

It was nominated at the 33rd Grammy Awards in 1991 for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.

[edit] References

• Holden, Stephen (July 4, 1990). The Pop Life. New York Times
• Pareles, Jon (January 11, 1991). Grammy Nominees Announced. New York Times