The early gospel quartet that influenced rap
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The early gospel quartet that influenced rap
The Jubalaires were a gospel quartet from the forties that sang with a "rhythmic, rhyming style," which has been described as an early version of rapping. Today I learned that their…
Mar 18, 2023
The Jubalaires Songs
The Jubalaires - Noah (Rare Performance in 4K) 1946
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Gospel Classic: The Jubalaires - “Noah” . . The Jubalaires were a gospel quartet group that originated in Houston, Texas, in the 1930s. Previously known as the Royal Harmony Singers in 1936, the band was known for song verses delivered in a rhythmic, rhyming style that has been described as an early version of rapping. Their 1946 song
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Explaining Songs on Instagram: "The gospel quartet, The Jubalaires, achieved lasting recognition for their 1944 performance of "Noah," a track now widely discussed as a significant precursor to modern rap music. The song features a distinct rhythmic and spoken-word delivery of the verses, a style that blends African American spirituals and folk traditions. While decades precede the official emergence of hip-hop, this performance demonstrates a clear use of rhyming and cadence over a musical acco
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