By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
With the West Coast back in action, Kokane is still playing a major part. Two decades ago, during the height of the West Coast’s run, Kokane rose to fame and became one of the biggest rappers from the area. But, when the city of Los Angeles fell out of the spotlight, so did Kokane.
As several West Coast emcees have stated in their interviews, they did not fall out of the spotlight, they were left behind. Since no one was paying attention to California, they developed new styles that caught on with the masses. The spotlight is back and the veterans are also working hard.
Though he has a mixed reaction from the fans, Jerry Heller was instrumental in the development of the initial West Coast hip hop scene. Contrary to popular belief, not everyone out West harbors deep hatred for Jerry Heller, instead there are many who admire him. Yesterday, Kokane took to Twitter and he announced he and Jerry Heller have something in the works.
Read Kokane’s tweet below:
Much love to my good friend Mr Jerry Heller…We making sum big moves together!!! Its bigger than u think!!
— Jerry Long/Kokane (@Kokaneofficial) May 23, 2013
