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Kurtis Blow – The Breaks – Mercury – 1980 reggae A career-spanning collection from EverythingLabel: MercuryFormat: Vinyl, 12", 33 RPM, StereoReleased: 1980Country: CanadaGenre: Hip Hop, Funk SoulStyle: Funk Condition: Near mint An original slice of hip hop history The Breaks by Kurtis Blow was one of the very first rap singles to achieve mainstream success. Released in 1980 on Mercury, this funk fuelled classic laid the foundation for the genres crossover appeal, fusing rhythmic spoken word with infectious breakbeats and basslines. Fact: The