Show Notes
LL Cool J joins Jack on Track Star to talk about the music he loves and the artists who helped shape his sound. Having made his own mark on hip-hop, LL revisits some classics and share his influences.
They span early hip-hop from Treacherous Three and Funky 4 + 1, unforgettable records from Biz Markie and Roxanne Shanté, and a stacked lineup of MCs on “The Symphony.” Along the way, there’s Beastie Boys, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, and U2.
This Episode's Track List:
Just a Friend - Biz Markie
Hey Ladies - Beastie Boys
The Body Rock - Treacherous Three
Love Hangover - Diana Ross
Roxanne’s Revenge - Roxanne Shanté
The Symphony (ft. Craig G & Masta Ace) - Marley Marl, Kool G Rap & Big Daddy Kane
Sunday Bloody Sunday - U2
Rappin and Rocking the House - Funky 4 + 1
Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan
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