Rap Evolution
Rap is hard to define. It is known for defying common sensibilities and traditional boundary lines, and being innovative. Here we attempt to document some of the evolutionary history of rap music.
Just The Facts
- Rap Music is fresh
- I'm sorry Vanilla Ice for making fun of you, I really love your movie "Cool As Ice"
- Extra points if you can place all the sprites used in the article!
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ReplyAfrika Bambaata and the Soul Sonic Force! I'm about as "white" as one can get, but even I have to acknowledge the importance of his contribution to popular music.
That said, my concerns: Why no mention of George Clinton and his projects, Parliament and Funkadelic? True, he's not "rap," but rap wouldn't exist without him.
Also, as far as the Jamaican influence is concerned with regards to remixes, King Tubby was the man! Dubby dub dub. . . .
Finally. . . no mention of Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five?!?!?