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Feb 7, 2023 · How West Coast Rap Changed Music History. Feb 7, 2023. By Michael Patrick. West Coast rap has a long, storied history that dates back more than three decades. From the birth of gangsta rap to the emergence of conscious rap, hip hop culture on the west coast has evolved significantly. In this blog post, we’ll explore the origins and evolution ...
DJ Afrika Bambaataa battles Disco King Mario in the first DJ battle. 1978. The music industry first uses the term “rap music,” which shifts the focus in hip hop from the deejays to the emcees. 1983. Ice T pioneers rap on the West Coast. Michael Jackson does the moonwalk, borrowing from b-boy dance moves.
Jan 27, 2024 · The East Coast vs West Coast feud, which emerged during this era, added an extra layer of excitement and rivalry to the hip hop landscape. This rivalry will be explored further in the subsequent sections of this article. Stay tuned to delve into the musical styles, iconic artists, and the tragic consequences of this infamous feud.
Aug 3, 2020 · Hip-Hop originated in New York City in the 1970s, where DJ’s would scratch records to create a looped rhythm, and MCs would then rap over the beat. It started out as “party rap” that originated from the block parties thrown on the streets of NYC. Despite the East Coast being the birthplace of hip-hop, regional subgenres such as West Coast ...
Context and History. Old School Roots: early 1970s to the mid-1980s. From its humble beginnings in the Bronx, NY, rap music has moved into the mainstream, redefining the soundscape and character of American popular culture and contributing to the growth of a billion-dollar entertainment industry. Hip-hop music culture is a product of African ...
Sep 21, 2022 · This intense competition, emblematic of the broader East Coast-West Coast hip-hop rivalry, tragically culminated in the untimely deaths of both artists. The legacy of this feud has persisted, with numerous artists from both coasts contributing to the ongoing dynamic of competition, keeping the spirited rivalry alive within the hip-hop community.
Sep 15, 2015 · This story takes you through the untold story of Alonzo "Lonzo" Williams the God father of West Coast hip hop, as he paved the way for superstars Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and Easy E. This book details the true story like no other book or the movie. A must read for any true hip hop fan. The story is told first hand by Lonzo the man who lived the story.
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- Alonzo Lonzo Williams, Donna Shannon
