Rap and hip hop aren’t quite what they used to be when they first gained popularity. The music is very distinct from now, despite sticking to the same genre. Hip hop gained traction in the 1970s; from the poorest section of New York City (the South Bronx), where most singers were unemployed. They started as […]
In today’s day and age, a new genre of music has taken the spotlight among music enthusiasts and musical artists. A unique amalgamation of music, mashups have stolen the show with their unconventional tunes. Even though mashups are produced using other artists’ samples, they have a distinctively creative and clever melody. In my opinion, however […]
Ever wondered why the music released in the 60s and 70s sounded different? The recording equipment used wasn’t high quality, but that doesn’t explain why the music was quieter. This practice originated in the 50s, where producers requested louder 7-inch singles (relative to other songs on the radio) so that these songs would stand out […]
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