How a 7‑Second Beat Became Music’s Most Sampled Loop

From the quiet studio of The Winstons to the beats that powered hip‑hop, drum‑and‑bass, and pop worldwide, this episode traces how the Amen break—just seven seconds of percussion—eclipsed its original song in value. We explore its recording history, the tech that made sampling possible, landmark legal cases, and the cultural ripple effect across decades.

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