We sit down w/ Hip Hop pioneer / The Father of Hip Hop, DJ Kool Herc.. Joining us in the conversation is long time journalist and Hip Hop Historian Mark Skillz. We talk about Herc's humble beginnings, his Jamaican roots and what it was like in the early days when this culture was born and evolving..

Hard Knock Radio (02-06-23) Intv w/ the Father of Hip Hop Kool Herc

A funky Downtempo track featuring excerpts from Kool Herc's NPR  interview about his first partie! Collaboration with producer Eddie Spettro.

Herc - Mstr 1

KRS-One's The Gospel of Hip Hop is presented as a philosophical and spiritual guide for Hip Hop Kulture, structured deliberately like a religious text to emphasize its profound significance. The core message centers on "Love" as the divine, saving force that birthed Hip Hop and continues to guide its adherents, offering salvation from self-destruction and a path to enlightenment. KRS-One, "The Teacha," urges "Hiphoppas" to recognize their inherent divinity and purpose, moving beyond material aspirations to preserve Hip Hop's true cultural and spiritual essence through self-reliance, unity, and a commitment to positive growth. The text asserts that Hip Hop's very existence is evidence of God's love and a new covenant for its people, calling them to embrace their "birthright" and fulfill a divine vision for the culture's future.

The Gospel of Hip Hop : A philosophical and spiritual guide for Hip Hop Kulture

I genuinely believe in the potential of music to facilitate personal growth, foster meaningful connections, and cultivate shared experiences. My mission centers on producing dynamic musical works, both in the booth and studio, as an effective medium for storytelling, spiritual exploration, and the creation of deep emotional bonds.


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At UNIFI MUSIC LLC, we aim to cultivate a creative and collaborative ecosystem for emerging musicians, artists, and producers. We are dedicated to educating up-and-coming artists to help them reach their highest potential while providing them the means to release music on all essential platforms. Our goal is to create an inspiring and lasting impact on the music industry. Music, dance, and storytelling are fundamental parts of the human experience. Art inspires, helps us find purpose, and fosters meaningful, lifelong connections..

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