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  1. On This Day February 7 1980 - Sugarhill Gang by Sugarhill Gang Was Released

    On This Day February 7 1980 - Sugarhill Gang by Sugarhill Gang Was Released

    On this day February 7 1980, Sugarhill Gang by Sugarhill Gang was released, marking a groundbreaking moment in music history and the early rise of hip hop as a recorded genre. The album helped bring a largely underground cultural movement into the mainstream, introducing many listeners to rap...
  2. On This Day October 13 1983 - Whodini Released Their Debut Album Whodini

    On This Day October 13 1983 - Whodini Released Their Debut Album Whodini

    On this day October 13 1983, the hip hop group Whodini released their self titled debut album, introducing their smooth and innovative sound to a growing rap audience. The record combined rhythmic beats, catchy hooks, and clever storytelling, helping to bring hip hop further into the mainstream...
  3. On This Day October 10 1989 - Ice-T Released His 3rd Album The Iceberg Freedom of Speech...Just Watch What You Say

    On This Day October 10 1989 - Ice-T Released His 3rd Album The Iceberg Freedom of Speech...Just Watch What You Say

    On this day October 10 1989, Ice-T released The Iceberg Freedom of Speech...Just Watch What You Say, his third studio album and one of the most politically charged rap records of the 1980s. The album addressed censorship, free expression, and social issues with Ice-T’s trademark sharp wit and...
  4. On This Day October 10 1989 - Biz Markie Released His 2nd Album The Biz Never Sleeps

    On This Day October 10 1989 - Biz Markie Released His 2nd Album The Biz Never Sleeps

    On this day October 10 1989, Biz Markie released The Biz Never Sleeps, his second studio album and one of the most influential hip hop releases of the late 1980s. With his humor, charm, and unique delivery, Biz Markie brought personality and creativity to rap in a way few others had before. The...
  5. On This Day October 4 1988 – Critical Beatdown Was Released by Ultramagnetic MCs

    On This Day October 4 1988 – Critical Beatdown Was Released by Ultramagnetic MCs

    On this day October 4 1988, Critical Beatdown by Ultramagnetic MCs was released. The group’s debut album became a groundbreaking moment in hip hop, known for its complex lyricism, futuristic production, and innovative sampling techniques that pushed the genre into bold new territory. Led by...
  6. On This Day August 2 1988 – A Salt With A Deadly Pepa By Salt N Pepa Was Released

    On This Day August 2 1988 – A Salt With A Deadly Pepa By Salt N Pepa Was Released

    On this day August 2 1988, A Salt With A Deadly Pepa by Salt N Pepa was released, marking the group’s second studio album and a key moment in the rise of women in hip hop. The album expanded on their bold, confident style with tracks that blended dance beats, funk grooves, and sharp rhymes...
  7. On This Day: July 7, 1986 - Doug E Fresh Released His Debut Album Oh My God

    On This Day: July 7, 1986 - Doug E Fresh Released His Debut Album Oh My God

    On this day July 7, 1986, Doug E Fresh released his debut album Oh My God, a bold and energetic entry into the golden age of hip hop. Known as the original human beatbox, Doug E Fresh brought vocal percussion to the forefront, combining his unique skills with sharp rhymes and high energy...
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    80s Hip Hop Wednesdays 06/26/24: Spotlight on "Girl I'll House You" by Jungle Brothers

    Hey everyone, welcome to another 80s Hip Hop Wednesday! Today, we're diving into a track that brilliantly fuses hip hop with house music: "Girl I'll House You" by the Jungle Brothers. Released in 1988, "Girl I'll House You" stands out as a pioneering track that brought together the energy of...
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    Hip Hop 80s Wednesdays 06/12/24: “Action” by The Treacherous Three

    Welcome back to another edition of Hip Hop 80s Wednesdays! This week, we’re diving into a classic from 1984: “Action” by The Treacherous Three. “Action” is a prime example of the raw energy and lyrical prowess that defined early hip hop. The Treacherous Three, consisting of Kool Moe Dee, LA...
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    • Forum: The Rewind Lounge
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    Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s. Please add to the discussion here.
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  11. Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s

    Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s

    In the panorama of cultural history, the 1980s stands out as a decade of bold expression and radical change, particularly in music. The sonic landscape was reshaped with the emergence of various genres, each leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of music. As children of the 80s, we know just...
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