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"They have money for war but can't feed the poor" - Tupac Shakur
The Birth of Hip-hop
The Birth of Hip-hop
Watch this video to understand how Hip-Hop came about and why it was vital in the communities when it emerged.
Hip Hop Artists ~ Timeline
Fundamentals of Hip-Hop
Beat
Beat
The beat is also known as the ‘drum beat’.
This is usually played using a synthesized drum sound called “The Roland 808’s”.
RIFF
RIFF
The riff is a short, repetitive musical phrase - the catchy part!
Traditional Hip Hop, played riffs on piano sounds.
bASSLINE
bASSLINE
The bassline is similar to a riff, but has a lower pitch. It is repetitive and short. They help accompany the riff.
Most bass lines were played on bass guitars.
tURNTABLE tECHNIQUE
tURNTABLE tECHNIQUE
Watch and learn how DJ Kool Herc mastered and perfect his Turntable technique which started the rise and fame of Hip-Hop.
Further listening: To develop your listening skills, listen to more hip hop songs (below) or find your own favourite hip-hop songs!
Share what you have listened to on your google classroom
Express Yourself
by N.W.A
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u31FO_4d9TY
U.N.I.T.Y
by Queen Latifah
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUq1hv8MmoU
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