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Shing02
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Shing02

Shing02 is a hip-hop artist from Japan formed in 1975. 44 releases are catalogued on Riffiter.

Hip-Hop · Japan · Best hip-hop albums

44
Releases
1998–2026
Active years
1975
Formed

Discography

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Triumphant cover

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Triumphant

2020 · 14 tracks

Singles & EPs

29

Live & compilations

1

Upcoming shows

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About

Shing02 - rap activist, peace advocate, inventor. Born in Tokyo, Japan in 1975, raised in Tanzania, England, and Japan. Shing02 landed in SF Bay Area in '89 after the quake at the age of 15. After a move to Berkeley for schooling in '93 he became immersed in the local hip-hop scene that launched dozens of acts worldwide. Initially he used his art skills to get acquainted with the budding East Bay scene. In '96 Shing02's music made its way back to Japan, then partnered with Mr. Higo of Mary Joy Recordings, garnering tremendous support in his homeland. Now residing in Oakland, he's working on music with his new collective "Freelancers Utd", futuristic jazz trio "Kosmic Renaissance", and as 1/2 of production crew "The Knocks (of CA)" with Doc Max. He is currently working on a new Japanese LP while collaborating with various artists.

Shing02 in brief

How many Shing02 releases are on Riffiter?
44 releases are catalogued, spanning 1998 to 2026.
When was Shing02 formed?
Shing02 formed in 1975, in Japan.
What genre is Shing02?
Shing02 is catalogued under Hip-Hop.
What is the most recent Shing02 release on Riffiter?
Moustache, released in 2026.