The 1990s is often referred to as the golden age of hip-hop. During that era, rap music gained more attention from mainstream audiences, regional music such as East Coast vs. West Coast was ...

Their shaping of hip-hop, jazz, classical ... who thought Massive Attack – like Portishead – merely made background music for middle class dinner parties. Which was good, obviously.

Whether it's a subtle background loop or the focal point of a track, samples are crucial for creativity, storytelling, and innovation in music. They’re the backbone of hip-hop and have played a ...