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History of beatboxing

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History of beatboxing

The technique and the art of replicating percussion sounds with one's voice is thought to be conceived in China, during the Qing dynasty. This specific art is not related to modern western beatboxing.This kind of sound-simulating techinique is called Kouji,(literally Skill of Mouth).

Beatboxing is currently experiencing a second wind, thanks in part to the likes of artists like Rahzel and Kenny Muhammad, that has carried the artform across the world. In 2002, the documentary Breath Control: The History of the Human Beatbox premiered. It is a history of the art form that includes interviews with Doug E. Fresh, Emanon, Biz Markie, Marie Daulne of Zap Mama, and others. The same year even saw the emergence of a beatbox clothing label, mic(ism)® - sported and supported by beatboxers worldwide®.

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