Investigating the evolution of Norman Cook into Fatboy Slim reveals how he transitioned from being a mediocre guitarist in the band Freak Power to becoming one of the foremost DJs in the world. His journey reflects the influence of sample-based music in the 90s, highlighting how DJing emerged from club culture to the mainstream—paving the way for electronic dance music to dominate the charts.
Fatboy Slim's 1998 album epitomizes the big beat genre by creatively blending familiar sounds from various sources. His innovative use of samples not only redefined how dance music was created but also made it accessible and enjoyable to a wider audience. For a brief moment, big beat music captured the zeitgeist, turning dance floors into massive party spaces filled with infectious beats and rhythms.
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