A History of Sampling, Part One: An Origin Story
Ridiculous History
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The Importance of Cover Songs in Hip Hop
A sample is sped up or slowed down to hit the tempo of whatever else the producer has in the sonic cauldron. I can nearly guarantee you that one of your top 20 favorite songs in the world, the the version you like is probably a cover. For example, Jimi Hendrix's version of all along the watchtower would be and this is one where all the artists come out as winners.
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