Hip-Hop

The Last Poets, a collective of poets and musicians, combined African drumming with sharp, rhythmic poetry that directly influenced proto-rap

In 1972, Italian singer Adriano Celentano released ‘Prisencolinensinainciusol’, a song unlike anything heard before. With its rapid-fire...

The East Coast-West Coast rivalry stands as one of the most notorious chapters in hip-hop history, marking a tumultuous period that shaped...

Hip-hop, a genre that has become a global cultural phenomenon, has its roots deeply entrenched in the streets of the United States. Two of its most influential and distinct styles emerged from the East Coast and West Coast, each bringing unique sounds, production techniques, and instrumental choices to the forefront. The East Coast’s Boom Bap and the West Coast’s G-Funk are not only iconic but also pivotal in shaping the identity of hip-hop music.

Hip-hop, one of the most influential and culturally significant movements in contemporary music, originated in the Bronx, New York, in the...