The Twelve Inch 152 : Hip Hop, Bebop Don't Stop : Electro/Hip-Hop/Breakdance - 1982

Alright, B-Boys & B-Girls 😁, time to step up—you’re in for a treat!
This week, we’re diving deep into the early ‘80s Hip-Hop, Breakdance, and Electro scene. If you’ve got the moves, now’s your time to shine. If not, you’ve got a full hour to practice!

We kick things off with a classic—the track that pulled me into early electro (but, unfortunately, not into breakdancing 😃): Hip Hop, Be Bop (Don’t Stop) by Man Parrish. That’s followed by High Noon, one of his productions for Two Sisters. And there’s more Man Parrish magic coming your way, alongside a few gems from Arthur Baker—another key figure in this era.

Midway through, expect some crossover anthems like Harold Faltermeyer’s Axel F, Herbie Hancock’s Rock It, and Malcolm McLaren’s Buffalo Gals. The second half shifts focus to the early rap scene before we wrap things up with Freeez and Dan Hartman.

Get ready—it’s gonna be a ride!