In the early 1970s, many Black radio stations switched to playing disco. There was a backlash against
disco by many in the African-American community. Hip Hop arose during the 1970s, from block parties
in New York City. These popular parties were usually accompanied by music, especially funk, disco and
soul. The early DJs at the parties began isolating the percussion breaks to hit songs — realizing that
these were the most danceable and entertaining parts — and extending them, using an audio mixer
and two records. At the time, this technique was common in Jamaica, and was known as dub music.
It spread via the substantial Jamaican immigrant community in New York City, especially the godfather
of hip-hop, DJ Kool Herc.
Hip hop is a culture that consists of four elements: DJing, Emceeing, grafitti, and breakdancing.
Hip hop has blended with popular culture and its influences can now be seen all over the world.
Listen Recovery Brings that Beat Back, Digging and sharing original compositions found in Vinyl
recordings. Paying tribute to all ORIGINATORS...
Tony Riff Raff is a young talented kid from London, the Stones Throw Chrome Children artwork was
apparently inspired by his art and ideas... This year Listen has started a series of designs by Riff Raff
called "Riffin'" and this is the first installment. Features a great graphic with a hand reaching up out
of a turntable, grasping a spraycan, and writing, "Bring That Beat Back" in some ole bubble styles.
Tonal Listen logo embroidery on the left sleeve. Listen x Riffin bubble logos done by Tony are printed
on the top back too. New on a natural tee! Free Chrome Children poster included while stocks last!
by LISTEN. “DG”
These design is for all the producers bringing Hip Hop back to the roots, digging deep in the cultural
crates expanding the knowledge and setting examples for the upcoming.
Price:$26.00
