Step back in time with "The Sound of Proto-Rap," a playlist that delves into the roots of a genre that has transformed the musical landscape. Packed with iconic tracks such as "Bang Zoom (Let's Go-Go)" by The Real Roxanne and "We Rap More Mellow - Joey Negro Remix" by Dave Lee, this collection captures the raw energy and innovative spirit of early hip-hop. Revel in the funky beats of "Gangster Rock" by Land of Hits Orchestra and Little Starski, and get into the groove with "Rappin' Partee Groove" (Club Version) by Rappers Rapp Group.

This playlist is a tribute to the artists who laid the groundwork for what rap would become, featuring contributions from legends like Spoonie Gee and The Treacherous Three, with their track "The New Rap Language," and the charismatic delivery in "Lookin' Good" by Eddie Cheba. As you listen, you'll find rhythms that are both vintage and timeless—whether you're discovering these beats for the first time or revisiting classics you know and love. "The Sound of Proto-Rap" is your portal to the birth of rap, with each track a time capsule that showcases the vibrant experimentation and cultural milestones of a groundbreaking era in music.

Playlist Genres

Proto-rap

Old School Hip Hop

Deep House

Amapiano

New Jack Swing

Harlem Hip Hop

East Coast Hip Hop Contemporary R&b Bronx Hip Hop Urban Contemporary Disco House Tribal House Techno Tech House Soulful House Soul R&b Quiet Storm Afro House Progressive House Post-disco Pop Dance Pop Blues Neo Soul House Chicago House Gospel Electro