Kurtis Blow’s “The Breaks” Became The First Rap Single To Be Certified Gold 45 Years Ago Today
45 years ago today, Kurtis Blow’s “The Breaks” became the first rap (and second 12-inch) single to be certified gold. Clap your hands, everybody. Read our Sound Check on self-titled debuts by Blow, Suzanne Vega, Kris Kristofferson, Marshall Crenshaw, Rufus Wainwright and Stephen Malkmus:
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Magnet Magazine — 45 years ago today, Kurtis Blow’s “The Breaks” became the first rap (and second 12-inch) single to be certified gold. Clap your hands, everybody. Read our Sound Che... more info