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Dj Stavros and Shawan Na - Hip Hop artists
Dj Stavros and Hip Hop and R&B Artist Shawan Na stops by Rational Alchemy for an interview with Nigel Aves to talk about the creation of music, art, and the people behind the masks.
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The history of hip-hop music is rooted in African American and Hispanic communities in the Bronx, New York City, during the 1970s. It emerged as a response to social and economic challenges faced by these communities, providing a creative outlet and a means of expression for marginalized youth. Let's take a journey through the key milestones in the history of hip-hop music:
- Early Influences (Late 1960s - Early 1970s):
- The roots of hip-hop can be traced back to African and Caribbean music traditions, as well as spoken-word poetry and street party culture.
- Jamaican sound system parties, where DJs played records and MCs (Master of Ceremonies) would hype up the crowd, also influenced the development of hip-hop.
- DJ Kool Herc and the Birth of Hip-Hop (1970s):
- On August 11, 1973, DJ Kool Herc (Clive Campbell), a Jamaican immigrant, held a back-to-school party at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. This event is often considered the birth of hip-hop.
- DJ Kool Herc used two turntables to extend the instrumental breaks of funk and soul records, which became the foundation for early hip-hop beats.
- Emceeing (later known as rapping) was introduced to engage the audience and enhance the party atmosphere.
- The Evolution of MCing and Breakdancing (Mid to Late 1970s):
- As hip-hop gained popularity, MCs began to develop more complex rhymes and storytelling techniques, becoming a focal point of the culture.
- Breakdancing (B-boying/B-girling) emerged as a competitive and artistic form of street dance, often performed alongside DJ sets.
- The Introduction of Hip-Hop Records (Late 1970s):
- In 1979, the Sugarhill Gang released "Rapper's Delight," one of the first commercially successful hip-hop records. It brought hip-hop to a broader audience and laid the foundation for future mainstream success.
- Golden Age of Hip-Hop (1980s - Early 1990s):
- The 1980s saw the rise of iconic hip-hop figures and groups such as Run-DMC, LL Cool J, Public Enemy, Beastie Boys, and N.W.A.
- The introduction of sampling technology allowed producers to create innovative beats by using samples from various genres.
- The music videos on MTV and the emergence of hip-hop on the radio contributed to the genre's mainstream popularity.
- Gangsta Rap and West Coast Hip-Hop (Late 1980s - Early 1990s):
- Gangsta rap, with artists like N.W.A and Ice-T, gained attention for its gritty and explicit lyrics, reflecting the realities of inner-city life and social issues.
- West Coast hip-hop, pioneered by artists like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Tupac Shakur, emerged as a distinct sub-genre with its unique sound and storytelling.
- East Coast vs. West Coast Rivalry (1990s):
- The 1990s saw the intensification of a rivalry between East Coast and West Coast hip-hop scenes, fueled by media and fan speculation.
- The rivalry culminated in the deaths of two of the most influential artists of the era, Tupac Shakur (1996) and The Notorious B.I.G. (1997).
- Mainstream Success and Global Influence (Late 1990s - Early 2000s):
- Hip-hop continued to gain popularity worldwide, with artists like Jay-Z, Eminem, and Missy Elliott achieving mainstream success.
- Hip-hop also diversified into sub-genres like alternative hip-hop, conscious hip-hop, and crunk.
- Contemporary Hip-Hop (Mid-2000s - Present):
- Hip-hop remains a dominant force in popular music, with artists like Kanye West, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and Cardi B achieving massive success.
- The genre has continued to evolve and incorporate elements from various musical styles, reflecting the ever-changing cultural landscape.
Hip-hop music has not only transformed the music industry but also had a profound impact on fashion, language, dance, and societal norms, making it one of the most influential cultural movements of the modern era.