Respect Due - Gimme a Beat
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Hip hop evolved from turntablism to sampling to the raw rhythms of trap music due to the creativity and ingenuity of DJs, MCs, producers and rappers from the 1970s to today.

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Dr. Dre and Eminem will also join them.
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Kendrick Lamar surprises fans with an unexpected new track released on Instagram.
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Megan Thee Stallion Leads 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards Nominations

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