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Metrical Modulation is in Kendrick Lamar’s DNA.

In 2015, Geraldo Rivera responded to a Kendrick Lamar performance by saying, “This is why I say that hip-hop has done more damage to young African-Americans than racism in recent years.” Let us briefly consider the perfect role models that … Continue reading

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Chord loops vs. progressive harmony

This blog is usually dedicated to making connections between pop/rock and classical music, but sometimes it’s good to acknowledge differences. For example, there’s a huge difference between how these repertoires use harmony. The playlist below gives some nice illustrations. Perhaps … Continue reading

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