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“The Message”: Grandmaster Flash’s Pioneering Album
The roots of hip hop are complex. But there's no denying that, with "The Message," Grandmaster Flash really put it on the map.
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Was the First Rapper…Italian?
In looking at rap music origins, a song from 1972 by Italian singer Adriano Celentano has some familiar sounds. Listen for yourself.
Brian Wilson Does…Rap?
The genius of Brian Wilson is far from the first thing you think of when you think of rap and hip-hop. But yes, he gave it a shot.
Gangsters in Music: From Doo-Wop to Hip-Hop
From the earliest days of rock n roll, a lot of the most popular artists were made, um, "offers they couldn't refuse."
The Eternal Delight of “Rapper’s Delight”
Admit it -- when you hear the opening notes, you can't help but move to the bang bang boogie. A look at an iconic, influential track.