The Founding Fathers

The Founding Fathers

Author: iHeartPodcasts March 2, 2023 Duration: 33:15

Fab 5 Freddy leads us on a journey back to where it all started for the founding fathers of hip hop music. Beginning with the popular rhythmical stylings of the 1960’s and 70’s soul, funk and disco, we’ll learn how the impact of that music and those times in New York City inspired hip hop's early DJ architects, like Grand Master Flash, Grand Master Caz, Grand Wizard Theodore, Grand Mixer DXT and Kool Herc spark a musical revolution still raging globally today.

 

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Marking a major cultural milestone, the 50 Years of Hip Hop Podcast Series from iHeartPodcasts dives deep into the story of a movement that grew from a Bronx block party into a worldwide force. This isn't just a timeline of hits; it's an exploration of how the sounds, styles, and spirit of hip hop reshaped music, language, fashion, and society itself over five decades. Each episode connects the dots, tracing the evolution from pioneers like DJ Kool Herc to today's chart-topping artists, revealing how each era built upon the last. You'll hear from the leading forces who were there-artists, producers, and cultural architects-sharing their firsthand accounts and insights. The series blends these voices with rich, long-form storytelling that captures the innovation, the struggles, and the undeniable impact of the genre. It's for anyone curious about the history behind the beats, understanding how a local scene became a global language. Tune into this podcast for a compelling journey through the rhythms and narratives that defined generations, celebrating a golden anniversary that changed everything.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 14

50 Years of Hip Hop Podcast Series
Podcast Episodes
The Elements That Make Up Hip Hop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:53
This episode dives into the four key elements that we identify as the pillars that Hip Hop stands on and investigate who really coined the term ‘Hip Hop’. But first, we look at the DJ’s role and influence in setting the…
If It Wasn’t for The Bronx [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:04
Clive Campbell emigrated from Jamaica, at the age of 12 years old, to the Bronx New York. The New York City Boro would later become known as the birthplace of Hip hop. This episode takes a journey back in time to the mus…