Sampling in hip-hop has been going on since the genre’s inception, but in 2023, it’s been more prevalent than ever. If everything sounds familiar, it’s because it definitely is. Words: Grant Rindner ...

The story of hip-hop sampling is intertwined with the story of hip-hop itself. In the late ’70s, DJs like Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash threw parties where they isolated and looped breaks from funk, ...

Southern hip-hop’s influence continues shaping modern music through strategic sampling, with artists like Future, GloRilla and Sexyy Red drawing from classic Southern tracks. Recently, Juicy J noted ...

Sampling isn’t just a production trick in hip-hop—it’s the heartbeat of the genre. From the Bronx block parties to today’s chart-toppers, producers have reimagined funk, soul, jazz, and R&B into fresh ...

Hip-hop legends Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre recently shared their thoughts on the current state of rap music, particularly focusing on sampling, during an episode of “The Stephen A. Smith Show.” Their ...

When hip-hop first started in 1973 at a party thrown by Clive Campbell, also known as DJ Kool Herc, it might have sounded different from the hip-hop we know today, but much of the groundwork has ...

This week marks the release, at long last, of De La Soul’s 1989 debut album 3 Feet High and Rising on music streaming services, along with most of their vital early catalog. It is, for fans of a ...

I usually write this column based on whatever music I’m listening to during the week. Along with this column, my radio show on Wednesday nights follows the same idea, an hour of what I’ve been ...

Sampling isn’t just recycling old sounds—it’s a powerful form of musical storytelling that bridges generations, honors cultural legacy, and sparks innovation. Imagine sitting in your car, listening to ...

Cultural crossover: The update reflects a deepening exchange where anime visuals, themes, and sounds influence hip hop music and vice versa. Broad creative scope: Samples range from dramatic fight ...