Best Westside Album: Jurassic 5- Power In Numbers: This region is my personal favorite because I am from the West. There were many worthy adversaries, but no album could match the solid production and lyrics of Jurassic 5. Their music reminds me of Tribe Called Quest, with with more lyricists. The true definition of a band, Jurassic is on the cusp of becoming a household name in Mainstream America.

Other Notables: Snoop, Daz, 2pac, DJ Quik, Outlawz, Xzibit, W.C., Knocturnal
Best Hip Hop Album: Jurassic 5- Power In Numbers: Tough decision to make, but Jurassic edges out Eminem, Scarface & Nas. These 4 all put out flawless albums this year, but in the end, Jurassic's lyrics and banging beats had me hooked for months.
Other Awards

Best Group Album- Jurassic 5
Best New Artist- Clipse
Most Shocking News of 2002- Kurupt Back At Tha Row!!!
Best Compilation- Yukmouth: United Ghettos Of America
Best Soundtrack- 8 Mile
Best Indie Label- Outlaw Recordz
Best Indie Album- Cormega: The Realness
Best Major Label- Aftermath
Best Producer- Neptunes
Best Rap Quotable- Kool G Rap on Canibus album
Best Lyricist- Canibus
Best Song- Eminem: Till I Collapse

I want to take this time to thank all of the fans and visitors that have supported the site since day one. Also I want to give a shout out to these sites for their advice and support. These sites can also be accessed on our links page.

SNOOPSDOGGPOUND
WESTCOAST 2K
WCKILLAZ
HITEMUP
MADENIGGAZ
SOUTHWEST CONNECTION
DPGC2G
G'D UP
FUNKY RHYTHMS

If I forgot any site please forgive me and I will hit you up next time. Hoped you liked our awards for last year and stay tuned for 2003 winners at the end of the year.

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