The Six Seconds Connecting David Bowie, NWA and Skrillex

The video explores the profound impact of the Amen Break, a drum solo from the B-side track 'Amen Brother' by The Winstons. Released in 1969, this break became the most sampled piece in music history, influencing genres like hip hop, drum and bass, and jungle music. Key figures like Breakbeat Lou helped popularize it through compilations like Ultimate Breaks and Beats. The Amen Break's legacy continues to shape music, appearing in over 3000 songs by 2018, including works by N.W.A, David Bowie, and Skrillex.

What is the Amen Break known for in the music industry?

• Being the longest drum solo ever recorded

• Winning a Grammy Award

• Being the most sampled piece of recorded music

• Featuring in a famous movie soundtrack

Who were the key figures behind the 'Ultimate Breaks and Beats' compilations?

• Grandmaster Flash and DJ Premier

• Luis Flores and Lenny Roberts

• Dr. Dre and Ice Cube

• DJ Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa

How did young DJs use the Amen Break in early hip hop?

• As a vocal sample

• As a slowed-down foundation for tracks

• As a background melody

• As a live performance piece

Which music genres were significantly influenced by the Amen Break?

• Reggae and Ska

• Country and Folk

• Drum and Bass and Jungle

• Classical and Jazz

What was the impact of the 'Ultimate Breaks and Beats' compilations on the music industry?

• They were only popular in the United States

• They led to the creation of a new music genre

• They were used as bootlegs with full cover credits

• They were banned due to copyright issues