The Flow: Episode 4 - Beatmaking

In the year 1980, Roland released the TR808 drum machines which were supposed to be the direct competitor to the far superior (and far more expensive) Roger Linn LM-1 Drum Computer machine. So how did the TR808 catapult itself into legendary cult status among hip-hoppers? This week, we focus on the tales of how beatmaking came to be. Join us as we delve into the more refined elements of hip hop music and culture. 

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Playlist:

15:42 - MF DOOM - Calamus Root

19:22 - Flamingosis - Getting Close To You

22:28 - Vanilla - Swept Away

28:02 - Action Bronson - A Light In The Addict

32:02 - Chance The Rapper - Acid Rain

35:48 - Mac Miller - Here We Go

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