This EMP Conference 2012 Roundtable Discussion "These Are The Breaks" is a basic discussion by historians about the origins, definition and artistic application of breakbeats. With moderator Dan Charnas and panelists: Bill Stephney (The Bomb Squad), Brian Coleman, BreakBeat Lou Flores (Ultimate Breaks & Beats) and Joe Schloss, the roundtable provides an overview of beats and sampling as an art which evolved from the street culture known as Hip Hop.

Most of this panel consists of either a DJ, writer or producer/beatmaker who is familiar with the sound of a break as Hip Hop, but as a classically-trained musician Mtume adds his two cents towards the end of the panel in a powerful discussion about the ethics of sampling, musicality and music industry practice. Enjoy the wealth of insight and education from this panel whether you're a seasoned beat digger or new to breaks.