Old School Hip Hop

Old School Hip Hop refers to the early era of hip hop music, roughly from the late 1970s to the mid-1980s. Characterized by simple raps, rhythmic beats, and DJing techniques like scratching, it emerged from urban communities as a form of artistic expression and social commentary. Artists like Grandmaster Flash, Run-DMC, and Afrika Bambaataa helped establish foundational styles, focusing on party themes, storytelling, and innovation in turntablism. This era set the stage for the genre’s evolution, blending music, dance, and culture to influence countless artists and global music scenes.