No mere wave-hopper would possess such a vast knowledge of the craft and its purveyors. Consider his “12 Days Of Diss-Mas,” which centered around some of his formative favorites. Day one fans are likely familiar with several key cornerstone moments in Eminem lore, from the backpacking delights of Infinite to his local battle arena “The Shelter.” It’s no secret that Em is a historian of sorts, openly praising his forefathers. Many aspiring rappers draw from those who came before them as Nas once said, “No Idea’s Original.” Given the decade-spanning scope of his career, listening to early Eminem music is a particularly insightful experience. Tracing the lineage of a rapper’s influences is a process almost archeological in nature. With "The Slim Shady LP" turning 20, examine how Eminem's devilish alter-ego persona is ingrained in Detroit soil.
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