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  • What is Old School Hip Hop music and how is it different from modern Hip Hop?

    Old School Hip Hop is a subgenre of Hip Hop music that originated in the 1970s-1980s, characterized by its use of funk, soul and R&B samples, and its focus on DJing and MCing. It was the first wave of Hip Hop music and laid the foundation for the genre's development. In contrast, modern Hip Hop often incorporates more diverse musical influences, such as electronic music, and tends to be more focused on lyrical content and vocals. Compared to modern Hip Hop, Old School Hip Hop is often considered to be more authentic and roots-oriented.

  • What vibe can Old School Hip Hop give to my videos?

    Old School Hip Hop music can bring a classic and nostalgic vibe to your videos. The sound, lyrics, and production techniques of Old School Hip Hop are distinct from modern Hip Hop and evoke a sense of the early days of Hip Hop culture and history. The upbeat, funky rhythm, soulful samples, and distinctive MC flows of Old School Hip Hop can help set the tone for a fun, energetic, and memorable video project.

  • How can Epidemic Sound help me find the best royalty-free old-school Hip Hop tracks for my videos?

    Epidemic Sound offers a vast library of high-quality royalty-free music, including old-school Hip Hop tracks. You can search for the desired tracks using various filters, such as mood, genre, and instrument. You can also listen to the tracks in full before purchasing a license. Epidemic Sound also offers a customizable playlist feature, allowing you to create and save a list of your preferred tracks for future use. With these tools and resources, you can easily find the perfect old-school Hip Hop tracks to enhance your videos.