The Hip-Hop World Loved Roy Ayers, and He Found It ‘Wonderful’
Roy Ayers was a beloved sample source who made it a point to collaborate with rappers as the genre rose to prominence ...
Houston rappers pay tribute to Sylvester Turner
Houston's hip-hop icons have been paying tribute to former mayor Sylvester Turner after his sudden passing. Turner passed ...
Roy Ayers, jazz-soul legend whose music was heavily sampled by younger artists, dies at 84
Roy Ayers, the jazz-soul vibraphonist and bandleader behind 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine' whose music became the backbone ...
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Flagstaff hip-hop artist reflects on struggle, healing and local roots in new EP
Born and raised in Flagstaff, hip-hop artist RJ Truettner is taking his career to the next level with debut EP “I Am OK,” ...
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The 30 Most Important Shoes in Hip Hop History
And while the specific sneakers may have changed, shoes are still an incredibly important part of the culture. These are the ...
What was the first song to feature a Roland TR-808?
Exploring the origins of the Roland 808 drum machine, which completely revolutionised the world of electronic and dance music after its release in the 1980s.
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Hip-hop and house: How two genres revolutionized music culture
Discover how hip-hop and house music revolutionized music and culture, from underground to mainstream and cementing their place in American history.