The Elements That Make Up Hip Hop

50 Years of Hip Hop Podcast Series - A podcast by iHeartPodcasts

This episode dives into the four key elements that we identify as the pillars that Hip Hop stands on and investigate who really coined the term ‘Hip Hop’. But first, we look at the DJ’s role and influence in setting the tone for Hip Hop before the Emcee. Episode guests include Kurtis Blow. DJ Envy. Kid Capri. Grandmaster Caz. Grandmaster Theodore. Grand Mixer DXT. Russell Simmons.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.