On this day in 1995, gangsta rap pioneer Eric “Eazy-E” Wright succumbed to complications from AIDS, less than 10 days after publicly revealing his diagnosis. Few figures in hip-hop history ...

Often hailed as the Godfather of Gangsta Rap, Eazy-E's iconic stage name is a revelation to some fans. Born Eric Lynn Wright, ...

The original lineup of N.W.A consisted of Dr Dre, Ice Cube and Eazy-E, all of whom went on to be successful in their own right. The documentary looks at how the group influenced the world of rap ...

Their line-up consisted of Arabian Prince (born Kim Renard Nazel on June 17, 1965), Dr. Dre (born Andre Romelle Young on February 18, 1965), Eazy-E (born Eric Lynn Wright on September 7 ...