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Friday, August 14th, 2009 at 9:46 am

Millions Gasp as Hip Hop and Soul Collide

It is believed to have originated in the 1990s by Kedar Massenburg of Motown Records, the term refers Neo Soul to a musical genre that many observers are calling for the revitalization of the soul. This genus is unique in the way that merges the old-school soul and R & B, with styles ranging from blues and electric rock to poetry and spoken word. Raphael Saadiq, Tony Toni Tone is attributed largely to the birth of the revolution with artists like D'Angelo and Erykah Badu leading the wave in the new millennium. While the next generation of soul has a balance of many musical elements, one of the most notable is hip hop. Being that the genera are so closely linked, it should come as no surprise that some of the brightest stars in hip hop today are making the transition to soul music.

The history of hip hop and soul

Pick an album of any artist in hip hop that has prevailed for the past two decades and is sure to encounter a familiar hook you heard somewhere. It may be fragments of Etta James "Hard to Handle "on Nas affirmative action or a touch of" I Miss You "Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes came in Jay Z" This can not be life. "

From the beginning, hip hop artists have paid tribute to classic soul music, using samples in their songs catchy. The trend is still popular today is not uncommon to hear the angelic voice of Nina Simone blended with conscious lyrics rapper Talib Kweli and sentimental sound of Curtis Mayfield's music complementing the Grammy Awards, winning artist Kanye West. It is the affection and respect for the old school who has led more and more artists of the soul.

In 1984, a group known as Force MD's began recording with Tommy Boy Records, saying his style of music combines musical influences from different eras. Although this quartet was strongly influenced by early hip hop, 1950 doo wop, along with 1960 and 1970 left their impressions on the soul. Force MD's were inspired by the Fat Boys, LL Cool J, Run DMC and Whodini but most are not aware of that also got into the penguins and five privates, groups that are on the corner doo wopping before these guys even were born. Anyone familiar with the sound agree that Force MD's were far ahead of his time, delivery and neo-soul years before hip hop Mary J. Blige was anointed as the Queen of Hip Hop Soul.

Who has been the soul?

Several hip hop artists and producers are showing diversity through the release of tracks mixed with soulful elements. Common has always been considered a hip hop artist bordering the pop genre, but you can be surprised to know that DJ Jazzy Jeff has been flirting with the success of these experimental sounds too. Over the years, Jazzy has produced a series of soul-driven albums with songs with names like Jill Scott and Raheem DeVaughn among many other aspiring artists soul. The continuous dynamic fusion of these genres is good to see not only being embraced by the fans of soul music, but also helping to bring neo soul to the surface and reach the ears of most listeners.

About the Author

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What is a good hip-hop for fans of punk?

Most of my life I've never given hip-hop a chance. There were a couple of times in my life when I got in a bit, but then just got sick of what I was hearing. I really like the rhythm and hip-hop and I'm not just some racist white dude who hates rappers. I love punk rock and the kind of attitude, the lyrics and musical style that go along with it. I like lyrics that are faithful to the artist, not only what topics are popular at this time. I'm looking for some lesser-known artists to enter. Some major hip hop artists I like are: Jay-Z, Lil Jon, 50 Cent, The Game, Eminem, Ludacris, Snoop Dog and Dr. Dre. Naturally, as the punk / rap hybrids such as wheat bread and transplants. Does anyone have any artists to recommend that a punk like me like?

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