What's the nickname for the genre-defining DJ style he created?
Mixtape Blending
Scratching
Breakbeat DJing
Power Mixing
Answer
Breakbeat DJing, the genre-defining DJ style developed by DJ Kool Herc, became the foundation of hip-hop music. This innovative technique involved isolating the "break" section of funk and R&B records, commonly characterized by prominent drumbeats and rhythmic patterns. By seamlessly looping and extending these breaks, Kool Herc created extended danceable segments that kept the dance floor energized.
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