This hip-hop instrumental inspired the producer and DJ's love for the delicate art of scratching.
February 7, 2024 | 12:36 PM ET
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About this episode spark parade, Atmosphere DJ and producer Ant talks about seeing a live performance of Herbie Hancock's instrumental hip-hop classic 'Rockit' when he was 13 years old, and that the performance ultimately made him scratch his head. It made me completely fall in love with the art of .Listen to the full conversation above and don't forget to follow spark parade Get your podcasts anywhere.
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After listening to its memorable live performance, check out the recorded version of “Rockit” (and the album it was based on) future shock) has become an all-time favorite for up-and-coming producers. Ant reflects on the personal importance of this track, why it inspired him to master the scratching technique he showcased, and how strange it was that the song became a hit.
“The idea that it was a hit, how was that even possible?” he says. “It's almost impossible to have an instrumental hit, let alone something that sounds like that”
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Host Adam Unze (opus) Explore creativity in all its forms. spark parade We ask musicians, artists, comedians, and other creators to share the single cultural work that most inspired them. Whether it's in the world of music, film, comedy, visual art, or literature, we all have something that fuels our own creative urges.upon spark paradeNow, guests will reveal one piece of art that will ignite the fire of creativity within them.
