What does Tech N9ne have in common with Magic Johnson?

They both made Billboard Magazine’s “Urban Power List” for 2012, a list of “the 25 most powerful players in [urban music], the men and women who define the game, direct its flow and determine its outcome.”

Tech N9ne made the illustrious list that includes the likes of Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, Diddy, Magic Johnson, Steve Stoute, Rick Ross, and many more.

On Tech’s contributions to the game Billboard says:

Tech N9ne is still a hip-hop oddball, but his relentless, highly respected drive has made him a profitable one.

Ten years ago who would’ve thought that Tech N9ne would be recognized as a game-changing executive in the music business? Congratulations Tech!

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