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In the days leading up to the historic 50th anniversary of the birth of hip-hop, we're highlighting some of the people who are continuing the work to keep that movement alive.

DJ Grandmaster Flash, one of the pioneers of hip-hop, joins News 12 to celebrate the milestone.

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