Roy Ayers, Jazz Great Who Developed a Sun-Kissed Funk Sound, Dies at 84 | KQEDRoy Ayers created a unique sound through his band Ubiquity, blending funk and jazz, greatly influencing modern R&B and hip-hop.
The Super-Sampled Band Cymande Made Funk With a Message. It's Back.Prince Paul was profoundly influenced by Cymande's track 'Bra,' which shaped his production style.The use of Cymande's samples became widespread in hip-hop during the '90s, impacting numerous artists.
Noise Pop diary: Funk giants Cymande checked in for the crate-diggers - 48 hillsCymande was groundbreaking but didn't receive adequate promotion after initial success, leading to their breakup.
The Super-Sampled Band Cymande Made Funk With a Message. It's Back.Prince Paul was profoundly influenced by Cymande's track 'Bra,' which shaped his production style.The use of Cymande's samples became widespread in hip-hop during the '90s, impacting numerous artists.
Noise Pop diary: Funk giants Cymande checked in for the crate-diggers - 48 hillsCymande was groundbreaking but didn't receive adequate promotion after initial success, leading to their breakup.
Wicked's Emotional Finale Features A Hidden Fortnite Sound EffectWicked's final scene features sound effects from Fortnite, showcasing the crossover between gaming audio and cinematic production.
Listen to Jamie xx and Erykah Badu's New Song "F.U."Jamie xx has transformed a technical malfunction during Erykah Badu's performance into a new song, 'F.U.'.
T-Pain and Yaeji Join Girl Talk for New Song "Believe in Ya"T-Pain collaborates with Yaeji and Girl Talk on a new song that blends classic sampling with contemporary production.
quinn: stars fell on trenchquinn's latest mixtape marks an evolution of her eclectic sound, blending familiar samples with radical creativity for a cohesive listening experience.
9 Surprising Songs Sampled in Classic Hip-Hop TracksSampling in hip-hop connects genres and cultures, serving as a powerful link to music's past and present.Questlove's personal story illustrates the journey of discovering music through sampling.
Digging Into Kendrick Lamar's SamplesKendrick Lamar's album GNX blends immediate production with historical West Coast rap influences, marking a significant shift in his artistic approach.
The Most Iconic Hip-Hop Sample of Every Year (1973-2023)Hip-hop has transformed from a subculture to a dominant global music genre, impacting various demographics.
9 Surprising Songs Sampled in Classic Hip-Hop TracksSampling in hip-hop connects genres and cultures, serving as a powerful link to music's past and present.Questlove's personal story illustrates the journey of discovering music through sampling.
Digging Into Kendrick Lamar's SamplesKendrick Lamar's album GNX blends immediate production with historical West Coast rap influences, marking a significant shift in his artistic approach.
The Most Iconic Hip-Hop Sample of Every Year (1973-2023)Hip-hop has transformed from a subculture to a dominant global music genre, impacting various demographics.
The Hellp: LLThe album merges nostalgic influences with modern sounds, creating a unique yet familiar experience, although it lacks some memorable lyrics.
Roland just released an (almost) pocket-sized sampler with a built-in micThe Aira Compact P-6 is designed for portability and quick sampling.It includes advanced features like granular synthesis and a 64-step sequencer.