I just found an incredible documentation about the “Amen Break” – a nearly 40 year old sample almost everybody knows and recognizes. For me as somebody who’s crazy about Drum’n'Bass it was most interesting to hear about the history of 6 seconds of music that changed today’s Pop music.
It’s not only about the sample, but also about intellectual property as it’s seen and legally enforced today without caring about stifling creativity and enrichment of culture.
Found here (via berlin Blogs).
As I’m a proud owner of the original 7″ of the Winstons it’s time to show off!
Wow, that is truly incredible. Thanks for the post! [Seen on Planet Ubuntu]
I am blown away by this retrospect. Thanks for posting it.
Being a great fan of break-beats and electronic music in general, this is a true gem of historic information you dug up, Daniel! The fact, that I am also an avid supporter of free media, open formats and patent-less IT makes this report even better!
Best regards…
Mirco “MacSlow” Müller
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Agreed – awesome documentary!