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The Greats
The 5th Ward is a culturally rich neighborhood and the birthplace of legendary artists, both past and present.
VISUAL ART
Bert Long, visual artist
Jesse Lott, visual artist
Mel Chin, conceptual artist
Melvin Edwards, artist
THEATER
J.e. Franklin, American playwright
MUSIC
5th Ward Boyz, hip-hop artists
Arnett Cobb, saxophonist
Bushwick Bill, hip-hop artist
DJ Premier - American record producer and DJ
Illinois Jacquet, jazz musician
Joe Sample, musician
Milton Larkin, saxophonist
Willie D, hip-hop artist

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