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Questlove Supreme
QLS Classic: Marley Marl
Jan 6, 2025
Marley Marl, legendary figure in the early NYC music scene, shares studio secrets and his journey to becoming a hip-hop legend. They discuss the origins of hip-hop in Queens, early sampling techniques, the impact of sampling on the music industry, and the creation of iconic hip-hop records. They also delve into collaborative work, marketing strategies, and reflections on the hip-hop scene in the Bronx.
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- Marley Marl's unique production style was shaped by his experiments with sampling and triggering drum sounds.
- The success of Roxanne's Revenge and other response records played a significant role in Marley Marl's career.
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Molly Mall's Journey in Hip-Hop
Molly Mall recalls his early days in hip-hop and his first encounters with artists like Roxanne Shanté and Biz Markie. He talks about his skepticism towards early rap records and how his perspective changed over time. Molly also discusses his experiments with sampling and triggering drum sounds, leading to his unique and influential production style. He shares stories of his collaborations with various artists and the impact they had on his career.
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