Tobias Kirmayer of the soul/funk/jazz label Tramp Records compiled prototype rap songs, “Ancestors Of Rap” unites the few existing soul and funk tracks from the late 1960s to early 70s that feature lyrics that are rhymed in rhythm. One of the most expressive examples is Who Got The Number by comedian Pigmeat Markham. Similar in style […]
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