JOURNAL ARTICLE

Hip-Hop Was Born in New York City, But Its Roots Are in the Caribbean.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 9 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in 2023, highlighting its origins and the significant contributions of Black Caribbean artists to the genre. It traces the roots of hip-hop back to a party hosted by Jamaican-born DJ Kool Herc in the Bronx in 1973, where he developed innovative techniques that shaped the culture. The piece emphasizes the influence of Jamaican sound system culture, particularly the competitive spirit and community engagement that characterized early hip-hop, as well as the blending of various musical traditions that laid the groundwork for the genre's evolution. The article also notes the ongoing relevance of these cultural connections in contemporary hip-hop. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/11, p9
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:173466590
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