Henry’s music suggestion for this week is the song “Amen Brother” by The Winstons. Released in 1969, this piece of pop-soul is one you have likely heard before, but not in its complete form. It is famous for its drum break, known as the “Amen Break”. Starting at 1:26, this audio sample has been used for years in many well-known songs. A slowed-down version of this drum loop makes up the beat for N.W.A’s “Straight Outta Compton”. The drums also make an appearance in the title theme for Matt Groening’s show “Futurama”. “Amen Brother” is an iconic piece of music that is guaranteed to have you tapping your toes, and those with a well-trained ear will be able to hear its influence across modern music.
