# New Jack Swing: The Infectious Beat That Defined an Era

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Podcast: [Totally 80s and 90s Recall](https://stenobird.com/podcast/totally-80s-and-90s-recall-5944764)
Published: 2026-01-13T13:00:00+00:00
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From the groundbreaking production of Teddy Riley to the iconic fashion and moves it inspired, we’re digging into why this genre was the "Sound of Young Black America" in the late 80s and early 90s. We’ll discuss the massive hits, the "swing" rhythm that kept people moving, and why this sound continues to influence pop music today.

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