Hip-Hop Music PDF

1 2 Hip-Hop Music  Lesson Objectives Objective 1 Objective 2 To be able to define Hip-Hop To identify Musical devices music used within Hip-Hop 4 Hip-Hop Music What do you know?...

1 2 Hip-Hop Music  Lesson Objectives Objective 1 Objective 2 To be able to define Hip-Hop To identify Musical devices music used within Hip-Hop 4 Hip-Hop Music What do you know? 5 6 “ 7 “  8 Hip-hop is a genre of music most often characterized by a strong, rhythmic beat and a rapping vocal track. The genre originated in New York City in the 1970s as a cultural exchange among Black, Latino, and Caribbean youth “ What is Hip Hop? The History of Hip Hop Origins: Hip hop began in the late 1960s in the Bronx, New York City, during a time of rising crime and poverty. Expression: Young people used hip hop to express their experiences, often addressing issues like poverty, violence, and racism. Pioneer: DJ Kool Herc is credited as a key pioneer, developing hip hop in the early 1970s. Innovative Techniques: Herc popularized the use of two turntables and extended breaks in songs to enhance crowd engagement. 9 Growing Popularity: From the Streets to Mainstream Music Evolution: Hip hop has transitioned from humble beginnings in the South Bronx to a dominant genre in mainstream music. Cultural Impact: Initially embraced by communities of color, hip hop now appeals to a wide range of audiences across different ages and backgrounds. Commercialization: While some purists criticize its commercialization, others see hip hop's popularity as a sign of progress. Cultural Unity: Hip hop acts as a unifying force, promoting understanding and connection among diverse cultures in a divided world. 10 The Core Characteristics of Hip Hop Music Strong, Rhythmic Beat: A defining feature, created using electronic music production techniques like sampling and sequencing. Rap: Key element where MCs (rappers) use lyrical skills to tell stories and establish a rhythmic flow. Sampling: Involves taking small sections of one song and incorporating them into another, using vocals, instruments, or sounds. Scratching: A DJing technique where the DJ moves a record back and forth on a turntable to create a percussive sound, adding texture to the music. Breaks: Extended sections of a song where only drums play, allowing dancers to showcase their skills and giving listeners a moment to breathe. 11 Modern Hip Hop: Today's Styles & Upcoming Trends Mumble Rap: Characterized by mumbled or slurred lyrics, making them hard to understand; gained popularity in the 2010s. Anti-rhyme: Involves playing with traditional rhyming rules, adding humor and engaging listeners in new ways. Lo-fi Bedroom Hip Hop: Defined by low-quality production, often made in a bedroom; has a relaxed vibe, suitable for studying or chilling. Hip Hop Quick-fire Facts Fusion Genre: Created by combining elements from Funk, Soul, R&B, and Disco. Wealthiest Female Rapper (2022): Nicki Minaj, with a net worth of $75 million. Wealthiest Male Rapper (2022): Kanye West, with a net worth of $3.2 billion. Most Streamed Genre on Spotify: Hip hop accounted for 38% of streams in 2021. First Hip Hop Song on the Radio: "Rapper's Delight" by The Sugarhill Gang. Old-School Hip Hop: Any hip hop track produced between 1973-1984 is considered "old-school." 12 Social economic conditions https://teachrock.wpenginepowered.com/wp-co ntent/uploads/L065H03.pdf https://teachrock.wpenginepowered.com/wp-co ntent/uploads/L065H04.pdf https://teachrock.wpenginepowered.com/wp-co ntent/uploads/L065H02.pdf 13 Discuss Why do you think this song was titled “The Message”? What is its message? What are the images in the song that reflect life in the city in the 1970s? (e.g. broken glass, vermin, etc.) 14 1 Hip-Hop Theory What is this section about? 15 Musical Devices Sampling Rapping Breaks (long, percussive periods) Strong, rhythmic beat 4, 8 or 16 bar loop or phrase that repeats 16 Sampling What is it? 17  18 Sampling found a calling through hip-hop as disc jockeys took disco hits and funky rhythms and bent them to their will “ Sampling Loop based sampling ○ Splice or Arcade, old funk / soul records Sound or instrument based sampling ○ Digitally re-creating an acoustic instrument ○ Being able to reuse and authentically replicate an old synth, keyboard or drum machine 19 Breaks In hip hop music, a break refers to a section of a song where only the percussion instruments, particularly drums, are played. This momentary instrumental focus creates an energetic space that highlights the rhythm, allowing for several important functions: 1. Dance Opportunity: Breaks provide dancers, especially breakdancers, a chance to showcase their skills. These sections are often extended, allowing for more dynamic and expressive movement. 2. Building Anticipation: The transition into a break can create a buildup in the track, enhancing excitement and engagement for listeners. 3. DJ Techniques: DJs often use breaks to mix tracks, extend certain parts of a song, or create a seamless flow between different songs during a performance. 4. Sampling: Many classic hip hop tracks utilise breaks from older funk, soul, or disco records, sampling the drum-heavy sections to create new beats and rhythms. 20 Breaks In hip hop music, a break refers to a section of a song where only the percussion instruments, particularly drums, are played. This momentary instrumental focus creates an energetic space that highlights the rhythm, allowing for several important functions: 1. Dance Opportunity: Breaks provide dancers, especially breakdancers, a chance to showcase their skills. These sections are often extended, allowing for more dynamic and expressive movement. 2. Building Anticipation: The transition into a break can create a buildup in the track, enhancing excitement and engagement for listeners. 3. DJ Techniques: DJs often use breaks to mix tracks, extend certain parts of a song, or create a seamless flow between different songs during a performance. 4. Sampling: Many classic hip hop tracks utilise breaks from older funk, soul, or disco records, sampling the drum-heavy sections to create new beats and rhythms. 21 Learning to Rap https://www.youtube.com/@MazbouQ/shorts https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3Ny3ex-ea5o Bar heel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWveXdj6oZU Rap deconstructed 22 1 Review Let’s test your knowledge? 23 Review What happens now ? ◉ Next time we are looking at Funk ◉ You need to revise Musical devices 24