Kanye West and Jay-Z have today (August 8) released their hugely-anticipated joint album, 'Watch The Throne'.
The record, available exclusively via iTunes, is the first time the rapper's have collaborated on a full-length project, despite working with each other on several occasions over the last decade.
To celebrate its arrival, Gigwise has taken a look at just how Jay-Z and Kanye West have grown into rap's number one royalty.
From the early days right up to 'Watch The Throne', this is a definitive guide to the rappers' careers, including quotes, album stats and much more – so check it out now.
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Kanye West initially rose to fame as a producer for Roc-A-Fella Records. He was influential on Jay-Z's influential and era-defining 2001 album, 'The Blueprint'.
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