How Parliament and Funkadelic Brought the 70s to a Freaky Climax
In 1979, Parliament and Funkadelic released two projects that helped close out the 70s– and usher in the era of rap and hip hop.
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.
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.