Conclusion of Hip Hop Origins

Conclusion of Hip Hop Origins

• Origins of Hip Hop

  • Hip hop culture began in New York City.
  • It was influenced by multiple musical traditions:
  • African American musical traditions.
  • Afro-Caribbean musical traditions.

• Live Performances vs Commercial Releases

  • Most of the early hip hop was performed live rather than being recorded.
  • The commercial release of hip hop music started to change in the early 1980s.

• Characteristics of Early Hip Hop Music

  • The earliest successful rap groups exhibited specific musical traits:
  • A hard edge to their flow (the rhythm and style of their rapping).
  • Integration of rock music elements into their songs.

• Future Lessons

  • The subsequent lesson will explore:
  • Hip hop groups and artists from the late 1980s.
  • The diversification of sounds and messages within the genre during this period.