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Breaking Down the Origins of Hip-Hop | Billboard News
This episode delves into the origins of hip-hop in the 1970s and 1980s, focusing on its cultural roots in the Bronx, New York.
We examine the foundational elements of the genre, including DJing, MCing, breakdancing and graffiti, while highlighting the socio-political environment that gave rise to hip-hop and set the stage for its mainstream breakthrough. I don’t think most people know that DJ Kool Herc, his sister wanted to throw this back to school bash. The four main pillars of hip-hop are the DJ, the commander of the music, the MC, which is now the rapper, breakdancing and producing.
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