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Welcome To The A, Ep 1: Opening Beats

Welcome To The A, Ep 1: Opening Beats This episode explores the birth of hip-hop in Atlanta, from its humble beginnings in the early 1980’s to its rise to prominence in the 1990’s and beyond.

This episode explores the birth of hip-hop in Atlanta, from its humble beginnings in the early 1980’s to its rise to prominence in the 1990’s and beyond. We'll meet the pioneers who helped to put Atlanta on the map, including MC Shy-D, Mojo, and Raheem the Dream. We'll also discuss the unique sound that emerged from Atlanta, a blend of Southern soul, funk, and electronic beats.

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