Fifty years ago and 200 miles away, hip-hop was born in the Bronx. But by the early '80s, this city and its rappers were establishing an identity and culture all their own.
The Roxbury native's b-boy name is El Niño because of his fast-paced and aggressive style. His talents have made him a Red Bull-sponsored athlete, multiple-time world breakdancing champion and earned him a spot on Team USA.
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