The Soulsonic Force, often associated with the legendary DJ and hip-hop luminary Afrika Bambaataa, is an influential electro-funk and hip-hop group that emerged in the early 1980s. Their groundbreaking track "Planet Rock," which was released in 1982, revolutionized the music scene by melding elements of funk, electro, and hip-hop with the use of synthesizers and the TR-808 drum machine, laying the foundation for the emerging genre of electro. This sound came to influence not only hip-hop but also the burgeoning electronic and dance music scenes.

The group, whose full name is Afrika Bambaataa & The Soulsonic Force, comprises a rotating list of members including artists such as Mr. Biggs, Pow-Wow, and MC Globe. They are renowned for their visually vibrant performances, often characterized by futuristic costumes and an energizing stage presence. Their debut album "Planet Rock: The Album" solidified their place in music history with its innovative fusion of sounds. Over the years, "Planet Rock" and its remixes have remained a staple in club and hip-hop cultures, emblematic of a time when boundaries were being broken down and new territories in sound were being explored. The Soulsonic Force, with Afrika Bambaataa at the helm, has played an undeniable role in the evolution of modern music, impacting genres and inspiring generations of artists and listeners worldwide.

Genres

Hip Hop

Rap

Synthpop

Funk

Dancehall

Electro

Breakbeat

Old School Hip Hop

Related Artists

Afrika Bambaataa

A Tribe Called Quest

LL COOL J

De La Soul

Public Enemy

The Sugarhill Gang

Grandmaster Flash

Kurtis Blow

Newcleus

Run–D.M.C.

Naughty By Nature

The Roots

Latest Release

Planet Rock (Remixes)

Afrika Bambaataa•

The Soulsonic Force

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released April 16, 2016