Events
DJ Kool Herc hosted what on August 11th, 1973?
What is the "Back to School Jam" house party, or the birthday of hip-hop?
These people are known as the "Big Three" early DJs.
Who are Grandmaster Flash, DJ Kool Herc, and Afrika Bambaataa?
This discussion between rival gangs in the South Bronx took place in a school gymnasium in 1971
What is the Hoe Avenue Peace Meeting?
The Three R's of South Bronx gang culture.
What are Reputation, Respect, and Retaliation?
This collective of artists spearheaded an alternative to the hardcore gangsta rap that was becoming popular in the 1980s and 90s.
Who are the Native Tongues?
The number of active DJs in New York City seemed to increase drastically after this event in 1977
What is the blackout?
This technique uses digital technology to record/manipulate sounds.
What is sampling?
This "raptivist" was publicly called out by President Clinton for speaking out against racial violence.
Who is Sister Souljah?