DJ Kool Herc and his sister Cindy threw a party in the Bronx on August 11, 1973. That party is widely considered to be the birthplace of hip-hop — 50 years ago.
The worldwide influence of hip-hop is unmistakable, and we’re giving it a proper tribute. Every week starting February 1, KEXP’s editorial team and DJs are bringing you personal reflections, iconic tracks and albums, and conversations about how it all began.
Introducing: 50 Years of Hip-Hop from listener-powered KEXP.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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50 Years of Hip-Hop - 2022: "Pollo Rico" by billy woods
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1974: The Cedar Park Jams
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1978: Old School Tapes
50 Years of Hip-Hop - Women in Modern Hip-Hop
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 2011: "Thuggin'" by Freddie Gibbs and Madlib
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1999: The Alchemist Masterclass
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1988: Nasty Nes on Seattle's Halcyon Days of Hip-Hop
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1996: 3 'n the Mornin' (Part Two) by DJ Screw
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1990: Sample Culture
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 2007: "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" by Soulja Boy
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1998: "Ha" by Juvenile
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50 Years of Hip-Hop - 2014: "Sheplife" by Briggs
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1982: "Bam Bam" by Sister Nancy
50 Years of Hip-Hop - 1976: Lee Quiñones on the Art of Graffiti
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