Planet Rock

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The 10 Most Slept-On 808 Drum Machine Songs of All Time
Following their new documentary, Arthur Baker and Alex Noyer highlight forgotten Roland TR-808-laced tunes that deserve to be remembered.
Bruce Tantum
12.12.16
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Kaytranada Drops Remix of Afrika Bambaataa's "Planet Rock" From '808: The Movie' Soundtrack
Listen to the Montreal producer's rework of the 80s classic courtesy of Zane Lowe.
Max Mohenu
12.6.16
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Afrika Bambaataa's Hip Hop Collection Will Be Archived at Cornell University
The collection will be part of the University's growing hip hop archive.
Michael Scott Barron
4.4.16

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Full Circle: In the Studio With The Martinez Brothers and Arthur Baker
They both made their careers on “Planet Rock.” Now, they make magic in Miami.
Kat Bein
1.15.15
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Original Creator: Hip-Hop And Electro Pioneer Afrika Bambaataa
We take a look at some iconic artists from numerous disciplines who have left an enduring and indelible mark on today’s Creators.
Erica Huang
11.26.12