2 chapters across the catalog
The hosts play a 1943 recording of the Golden Gate Quartet performing Noah. Moe suggests this may be the first recorded rap performance, noting the rhythmic flow's similarity to Grandmaster Flash's The Message. The segment highlights the transition from spirituals to modern rap delivery.
The program opens with a performance of lyrics from Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five's 1974 hit "The Message," noting its relevance to the day's themes. A correction is issued regarding a previous episode's mention of Alton Sterling; the hosts clarify that Eric Garner was the individual involved in the New York City police encounter. This segment establishes the musical and factual foundation for the ensuing discussion.
