The contribution that The Low End Theory made to developing the level of production and lyricism in hip-hop records cannot be overstated. The album leant heavily on the influence of jazz in hip-hop production, and sought to achieve the laid back attitude of jazz with rhymes on top.
The album succeeded in forging the musical, cultural and historical links between the two genres, and tracks such as “Buggin’ Out”, “Scenario”, and “Check the Rhime” have cemented the album’s status as one of the most influential records in hip-hop history.
Join us as we celebrate one of the all time great albums with a host of London’s finest jazz musicians, led by Jordan Rakei guitarist Sheldon Agwu.
Rishma Dhaliwal has extensive experience studying and working in the music and media industry. Having written a thesis on how Hip Hop acts as a social movement, she has spent years researching and connecting with artists who use the art form as a tool for bringing a voice to the voiceless. Currently working in TV, Rishma brings her PR and media knowledge to I am Hip Hop and other projects by No Bounds.
Rishma Dhaliwal has extensive experience studying and working in the music and media industry. Having written a thesis on how Hip Hop acts as a social movement, she has spent years researching and connecting with artists who use the art form as a tool for bringing a voice to the voiceless. Currently working in TV, Rishma brings her PR and media knowledge to I am Hip Hop and other projects by No Bounds.
