This episode originally aired March 20, 2016, when 500 Gigabytes was still called by its original name, Rock Vs. Rap! It's about 1979, the first year rap/hip hop officially produced records and prepared to take on the world. It was super fun to research and I'm excited to share this expertly edited version ;) that makes it sound like I hadn't just been a DJ for a few months. Enjoy!
Featuring tracks by The Sugar Hill Gang, Fatback Band, Kurtis Blow, Spoonie G, Lady B, and Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.
- The Sugar Hill Gang - Rapper's Delight @ 04:26
- Fatback Band - King Tim III @ 20:18
- Kurtis Blow - Christmas Rappin' @ 26:20
- Spoonie Gee - Spoonin' Rap @ 32:24
- Lady B - To the Best Y'All @ 39:32
- Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five - Superrappin' @ 48:23
Show:
Airdate:
Sunday, February 9, 2025