Hip Hop 50

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Hip Hop at 50

Music: Hip Hop, RnB & Dancehall: Hip Hop

Celebrating and commemorating the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop with a musical soundscape.

Hip Hop at 50: 1. The Roots Of Hip Hop

Factual: Arts, Culture & the Media

Music: Hip Hop, RnB & Dancehall: RnB

1. The Roots Of Hip Hop

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The early years and development of Hip Hop as a genre.

The early years and development of Hip Hop as a genre, from block parties in New York, to national and international anthems.

The early years and development of Hip Hop, from block parties in New York, to national and international anthems. Standby for music from Kurtis Blow, Grandmaster Flash, Sugar Hill Gang, Beastie Boys & KRS 1 amongst others.

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