Onyx

Onyx is a hip-hop group from South Jamaica, Queens, New York, consisting of rappers Freddie Foxxx (Sticky Fingaz) and K-1 (Big DS), with additional members Suave Melodie and Doc Holliday. The group emerged in the early 1990s and achieved significant commercial success with their debut album 'Bacdafucup' (1993), which introduced their signature aggressive, high-energy style to mainstream audiences. Their breakthrough hit 'Slam' became an iconic anthem of the era, known for its driving beat and the group's explosive delivery. The track's music video and live performances became cultural touchstones of 1990s hip-hop. Onyx's raw, street-oriented aesthetic and uncompromising approach to East Coast rap influenced numerous subsequent artists and helped define the sound of New York hip-hop during that period. While the group's commercial peak occurred in the early-to-mid 1990s, Onyx has maintained a presence in hip-hop culture through reunions, collaborations, and continued releases. Their impact on rap music's presentation and their contribution to East Coast hip-hop legacy remain significant.