+East Coast Hip Hop is a regional genre that originated in [New York City](/wiki/new_york_city) during the 1970s, establishing the foundational sound of [Hip Hop](/wiki/hip_hop). Characterized by its lyrical complexity, diverse production styles, and emphasis on storytelling, it shaped the genre's initial artistic and cultural landscape.
+## See also
+- [Golden Age](/wiki/golden_age)
+- [Sampling](/wiki/sampling)
+- [West Coast Hip Hop](/wiki/west_coast_hip_hop)