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MCing – The Art Of Hip Hop
What is MCing? MCing is another term given to someone known as the “Master of Ceremonies.” MCing is seen as the oral aspect of Hip
The Cultural Roots of Hip Hop
The History of Hip Hop Hip Hop first emerged in largely African American, Afro-Caribbean, and Latino communities of the Bronx and then spread to Harlem
Bootsy Collins: Psychedelic Funk
Upbringing William Earl “Bootsy” Collins, was born October 26, 1951. Although there is not much information on his childhood, he grew up in Cincinnati and
Techno
Origin Techno gave a new touch to the music industry. Techno music was birthed in the mid to late 80s. The genre was first emerged
Hippity Hoppity/ Rap
There has been conversation regarding hip hop and its effects on the African American population. Hip Hop was born in the inner cities of New
Folk Music
Folk Music: The Djembe Folk Music: Folk music is a genre of music from the African American culture that derives from slavery. Forms of folk
Howlin’ Wolf (1960s Blues)
Life and Death Chester Arthur Burnett also known as Howlin Wolf was born in White Station, Mississippi on June 10, 1910. He died on January
Hip- Hop Post
Hip-Hoppin All Over The World What is Hip Hop? Hip Hop emerged out of the New York Area specifically the Bronx area of New York.
Funk Post
FUNK IT UP! An Overview of the Funk Area & Its Influence on Blackness What is Funk? Funk is unapologetically black music. It is how
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