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Sojourner Truth Homes (The Bricks)
A historic public housing project on Detroit’s East Side, built in 1941 for Black defense workers. Known for its cultural significance, resilient community, and role in shaping Detroit’s Black history.
“Yo, I grew up in Sojourner Truth Homes (The Bricks), so I know every corner of the East Side like the back of my hand.”—Real Eastside Detroiter
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Colonel Hamtramck Homes (Hamtown Projects)
A public housing complex in Hamtramck, MI, considered part of Detroit’s East Side by locals. Known for its tight-knit community, diverse residents, and presence of local street crews and neighborhood cliques.
“Everybody knows the Colonel Hamtramck Homes (Hamtown Projects)—been seeing local crews run those projects for years.”—Hamtown local
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The Villages at Parkside
Detroit’s first public housing project (1930s). East Warren & Conner. Home to crews like AOG/264, PJC/752. Old-school blocks, new-school beefs. Rappers, OGs, and street politics all in one spot. AKA “Parkside” or “The Projects.”
“Yo, I grew up in the Villages at Parkside, so I know every block where AOG and PJC hold it down.”—Parkside Projects Native
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TankMafia (AOG/264)x(PJC/752)
Detroit East Warren Crip alliance of AOG (264) & PJC (752) from The Villages at Parkside. Named in honor of Tank, a fallen member. Known for East Warren roots, repping the 4s, and beefs with 700 WAXGANG, 50 Zone / 50z, and 55 SMB.
“ TankMafia (AOG/264)x(PJC/752) run the Villages at Parkside, keeping AOG and PJC connected while repping 4s and honoring Tank’s legacy.”—Parkside local
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3G Sosaworld
Rollin’ 20s Crips from Detroit’s Westside (12th Street/Rosa Parks Blvd), affiliated with 4s. Known for controlling Herman Kiefer, West Virginia, and Virginia Park areas. Local rap stars like Baby Money and Sterl Gotti rep the set.
“3G Sosaworld runs Rosa Parks and the Blvd, repping the Rollin’ 20s and 4s while Baby Money puts SosaWorld on the map.”—Detroit local
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East Warren Crips (EWC)
EWC – East Warren Crips from Detroit’s Fox Creek, tied to Playboy Gangster Crips and BGDs. Foundational Eastside Crip set, known for spreading Crip influence along East Warren and beefing with Rollin’ 60s and all 5-point star crews.
“Aye i can’t lie bro them East Warren Crips (EWC) holds Fox Creek down, repping the Crip flag and keeping it locked against 60s and 5-point star sets.”—East Warren local
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42 Gutta Boyz (42GB)
Detroit Eastside Crip set from Mack & Bewick, part of 4s / 444 / HGH alliance, Rollin’ 60s Crip-affiliated. Founding 4s clique, known for heavy Mack Ave presence, ties to Detroit rap, and influence in MDOC.
“42 Gutta Boyz (42GB) run Mack & Bewick, repping 4s and 60s Crip roots while shaping Detroit’s street and rap scene.”—Mack Ave local
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