Beat Bop
From The Art and Popular Culture Encyclopedia
"The 1983 PBS documentary Style Wars documented hip hop culture and its American roots. The film has an emphasis on graffiti, although breakdancing and rapping are covered to a lesser extent. The documentary captures many historical moments and is noted for its soundtrack, which includes Rammellzee's "Beat Bop" (1983), The Fearless Four's "Rockin' It" (1982) as well as some Richard Wagner."--Sholem Stein |
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"Beat Bop" is a hip hop single by American rappers Rammellzee and K-Rob, originally released in 1983 by record label Tartown. It was initially distributed merely as a test pressing. Its cover was designed by New York City graffiti artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. The result of a disagreement between Rammellzee and Basquiat, the track has been cited as having an influence on artists such as Beastie Boys and many experimental hip hop artists due to its chaotic, abstract sound.
Due to the rarity of its original pressing, it has been called the Holy Grail of rap records. It is featured in the hip-hop documentary film Style Wars.
Personnel
- Vocals – Rammellzee, K-Rob
- Production – Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Percussion – Al Diaz