Hip-hop finally hits MTV with Yo! MTV Raps

6 August 1988: Number 21 in our series of the 50 key events in the history of R&B and hip-hop musicMTV may now be associated with continual documentaries about rich kids, but for a decade the channel was synonymous with actual music. Hip-hop was initially notable by its absence, resulting in frequent criticism of the channel by rappers and fans alike. In 1988, the channel finally responded and Yo! MTV Raps was born. Hosted by Fab 5 Freddy alongside colourful duo Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, with a ...

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