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This is the week of March 12th, 2006

This week, we investigate three distinct methods of sampling. First up, it’s hip-hop legends Eric B. & Rakim, Jay-Z and Public Enemy illustrating the art of the sample loop. Next, the indefatigable A.R.C. Gospel Choir provides the original text for Kanye West’s sampled ‘cover’ version, "Jesus Walks." Last up, we detail the evolution of the most sampled drum sounds of all time, the mighty ‘Amen’ break.


THE WINSTONS / “Amen, Brother”
Sun, Mar 12th, 2006 | Posted in Cover | 8 Comments »

A.R.C. CHOIR / “Walk With Me”
Sun, Mar 12th, 2006 | Posted in Contemporary | 8 Comments »

ERIC B. & RAKIM / “In The Ghetto”
Sun, Mar 12th, 2006 | Posted in Classic | 6 Comments »