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"The ABCs of Hip Hop" is an engaging introduction to the rich culture and influential artists in the world of hip hop. With a focus on key figures such as Lauryn Hill, RZA, Lil Wayne, and Missy Elliott, at the end Funchess takes readers on a journey through the evolution and impact of this genre. With its engaging pictures, "The ABCs of Hip Hop" by Shakeema Funchess is an inclusive read for both hip hop enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper understanding of the genre's cultural impact. It celebrates the legacies of iconic artists while shedding light on the enduring influence of hip hop as a transformative force in music and society.

In seinem sechsten Printbuch "ein gewonnener tag" erzählt der Autor Ben Kretlow von den Lebenswegen verschiedener Figuren, die dadurch miteinander verbunden sind, dass sich ihre Träume, Ängste, Enttäuschungen, ihr Gefühl der Isolation und Einsamkeit sowie ihre Hoffnungen auf ein besseres Irgendwann allesamt unter einem Dach in einem Hochhaus im Plattenbau einer Großstadt abspielen. Es kommen darin Stimmen zu Wort, die sonst kein Gehör in der Gesellschaft finden und sich von ihr abgehängt und vergessen fühlen.

Authentically written with a gritty narrative, humorous anecdotes, and deep spiritual insights. How to Fight A Pig invites readers to join author and former rapper David Chatwood as he recounts the thrilling true story behind his legal battle with the city of Phoenix. Representing himself in a 1983 Excessive Force lawsuit, David reveals how he fought and won against the police without a lawyer - along with the strange and sometimes crazy occurrences that happened along the way.Drawing on a mix of engaging personal anecdotes, rap lyrics, poetry, and no shortage of comedic stories. David's larger-than-life adventure captures your imagination and gives you an engaging glimpse into the workings of the American justice system. From struggling with the fear of being a deadbeat dad to taking life advice from a bush, How To Fight A Pig is a charming and witty book that perfectly balances lighthearted wisdom and hard-hitting topics.As a must-read for anyone who has suffered PTSD at the hands of the police.

The essential oral history of hip-hop, from its origins on the playgrounds of the Bronx to its reign as the most powerful force in pop culture—from the award-winning journalist behind All the Pieces Matter, the New York Times bestselling oral history of The Wire “The Come Up is Abrams at his sharpest, at his most observant, at his most insightful.”—Shea Serrano, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hip-Hop (And Other Things) ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The Boston Globe, The Guardian, SpinThe music that would come to be known as hip-hop was born at a party in the Bronx in the summer of 1973. Now, fifty years later, it’s the most popular music genre in America. Just as jazz did in the first half of the twentieth century, hip-hop and its groundbreaking DJs and artists—nearly all of them people of color from some of America’s most overlooked communities—pushed the boundaries of music to new frontiers, while transfixing the country’s youth and reshaping fashion, art, and even language.And yet, the stories of many hip-hop pioneers and their individual contributions in the pre-Internet days of mixtapes and word of mouth are rarely heard—and some are at risk of being lost forever. Now, in The Come Up, the New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Abrams offers the most comprehensive account so far of hip-hop’s rise, a multi-decade chronicle told in the voices of the people who made it happen.  In more than three hundred interviews conducted over three years, Abrams has captured the stories of the DJs, executives, producers, and artists who both witnessed and themselves forged the history of hip-hop. Masterfully combining these voices into a seamless symphonic narrative, Abrams traces how the genre grew out of the resourcefulness of a neglected population in the South Bronx, and from there how it flowed into New York City’s other boroughs, and beyond—from electrifying live gatherings, then on to radio and vinyl, below to the Mason-Dixon Line, west to Los Angeles through gangster rap and G-funk, and then across generations. Abrams has on record Grandmaster Caz detailing hip-hop’s infancy, Edward “Duke Bootee” Fletcher describing the origins of “The Message,” DMC narrating his role in introducing hip-hop to the mainstream, Ice Cube recounting N.W.A’s breakthrough and breakup, Kool Moe Dee recalling his Grammys boycott, and countless more key players. Throughout, Abrams conveys with singular vividness the drive, the stakes, and the relentless creativity that ignited one of the greatest revolutions in modern music. The Come Up is an exhilarating behind-the-scenes account of how hip-hop came to rule the world—and an essential contribution to music history.

An extremely rare and intimate look into the extraordinary life and death of legendary A$AP Mob founder A$AP Yams and the internationally acclaimed music and art collective that includes luminaries A$AP Rocky and A$AP Ferg. Never before has the history been told in words and pictures. As Forbes once said, “Hanging with ASAP Mob…is unlike any other experience in music.” This is the experience.A$AP Yams is one of the most influential figures in hip hop history. From his high school-aged A&R work with Jim Jones' legendary Diplomats Records, to his pioneering role at the then-nascent intersection between hip hop and the internet with his #RNT Tumblr account, to the revolutionary geographically-agnostic sound of his early production for the A$AP Mob, Yams (née Steven Rodriguez) irrevocably changed the cultural and musical landscape for generations to come. Featuring hundreds of little and never-before-seen exclusive photographs, A$AP Yams: Making of a Mob explores the founding and history of one of the most iconic collectives of this young century. Produced in concert with the A$AP Foundation charity, all royalties will be donated to the Foundation's mandate of community outreach, food security, and drug education for the youth of New York City.

Treating hip-hop like sacred scripture, lenny duncan traces its history, the artists, their lyrics, and the cultural context to tell the story of Black liberation in this country, following the bloody trail from the end of the Civil Rights Era to the day George Floyd was sacrificed on the streets of America. Includes striking illustrations.

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the pages of "Rhymes and Rebellion: Unveiling the Power of Hip Hop and Gangsta Rap." This extraordinary book is a captivating exploration of the profound impact and transformative nature of one of the most influential genres in music history.Discover the artists who have fearlessly used their craft to confront pressing issues, from police brutality and social inequality to the complexities of race and identity. Explore the works of visionary musicians like Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, and Drake, who have harnessed the power of hip-hop to ignite conversations and inspire generations.But "Rhymes and Rebellion" goes beyond the music itself. It explores the evolution of hip-hop as a cultural movement, showcasing its influence on fashion, language, and even political activism. Gain a deep understanding of how hip-hop has become a global phenomenon, embracing diverse sounds, styles, and narratives worldwide.Whether you're a lifelong hip-hop lover or someone new to the genre, "Rhymes and Rebellion" will leave you inspired, enlightened, and moved. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to delve into the heart and soul of hip-hop, understand its roots, appreciate its cultural significance, and recognize the artists who have shaped it into an unstoppable force for change.Prepare to be immersed in the rhymes, rhythms, and rebellion that define hip-hop. Let "Rhymes and Rebellion" guide you as you uncover the untold stories and the power that has made hip-hop a driving force in music, culture, and social transformation.

On Ruben Slikk: An Manifesto on the Purpose of Art and the Value of Transgression is a philosophical and critical inquiry into the modern musical landscape, using the obscure, prolific, transgressive soundcloud rapper Ruben Slikk as an entrypoint for discussing the interplay of art, music, and capitalism; style; morality; humor; genius; talent; entitlement; desire; addiction; and all the ways the illusion of merit distorts how we see the world around us.

FIRST THINGS FIRST reframes the history of hip-hop but, this time, women are given credit for all their trailblazing achievements that have left an undeniable impact on music.FIRST THINGS FIRST takes readers on a journey through some of the most notable firsts by women in hip-hop history and their importance. Factual firsts like Queen Latifah becoming the first rapper to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Lauryn Hill making history as the first rapper to win the coveted Album of the Year Award at the GRAMMYs, April Walker being the first woman to dominate in the hip-hop fashion game, and Da Brat being the first solo woman rapper to have an album go platinum, not to forget metaphorical firsts like Missy Elliott being the first woman rapper to go to the future. Legends like Nicki Minaj, Lil' Kim and Mary J. Blige are in here too. FIRST THINGS FIRST is a celebration of the achievements of women in hip-hop who broke down barriers and broke the mould.

The uncut rise and fall of the group behind the best-selling '80s 12-inch single...Rumors!In the summer of 1986, "Rumors/Vicious Rumors" by Timex Social Club dominated the airwaves. Their song also topped Billboard magazine's urban charts, garnishing the number one position respectfully for Hot Black Singles, Hot Dance Club Play, and 12-inch sales."How Do Rumors Get Started" is a powerful, edgy, and amusing look behind the scenes of the rap music industry in the mid-'80s.

This title focuses on the history of rap music and gives detailed information related to its origins and fun facts about superstars spanning from Run-DMC to Lil Nas X.

New York Times bestselling author of Black Klansman, Ron Stallworth, returns with another firsthand account of trailblazing police work in the most unlikely place for a Black cop in the ’90s. Determined to pursue his passion for undercover work wherever it leads, Ron Stallworth finally lands in Salt Lake City, Utah. Once again, he’s an outsider—not only as a Black man on a mostly white police force but also as an unapologetic nonbeliever in a state dominated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. But soon after his first drug bust in the Beehive, Stallworth makes a startling discovery—Bloods and Crips are infiltrating Mormon Country, threatening to turn the deeply conservative community into a hotbed of crime. Kids are bombing homes while carrying pocket versions of the Book of Mormon, yet his fellow cops are in denial that gangs are wreaking havoc in their Christian town.  Now Stallworth has a new mission. Whether facing off with skinheads at a downtown bar or schooling white Crips blasting “F*ck tha Police,” he is intent on stemming the tide of gangs into the state. But those he expected to be his allies either have their heads in the sand or their own agendas—from the racist Mormon legislator to the community activist exploiting a fatal gang incident to spread paranoia over an imaginary race war. As he butts heads with these so-called leaders, Stallworth also realizes that gangsta rap has the key to the g-code. He becomes obsessed with—even defensive of—the music he once loathed and puts himself on the front lines of America’s culture war. Now he’s spitting uncensored lyrics before Congress and taking the stand in the 1993 murder case that puts hip-hop on trial. But the more Stallworth speaks truth to power, the more determined the gatekeepers in Utah are to silence him, and not even twenty-three years of police work could prepare him for how low they would stoop.

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Hip Hop Pedagogy is the first reference work to cover the theory, history, research methodologies, and practice of Hip Hop pedagogy. Including 20 chapters from activist-oriented and community engaged scholars, the handbook provides perspectives and studies from across the world, including Brazil, the Caribbean, Scandinavia, and the USA. Organized into four topical sections focusing on the history and cultural roots of Hip Hop; theories and research methods in Hip Hop pedagogy; and Hip Hop pedagogy in practice, the handbook offers theoretical, analytical, and pedagogical insights emerging across sociology, literacy, school counselling and youth organizing. The chapters reflect the impact of critical Hip Hop pedagogies and Hip Hop-based research for educators and scholars interested in radical, transformative approaches to education. Ultimately, the many voices included in the handbook show that Hip Hop pedagogy is a humanizing and emancipatory approach which is redefining the purposes and practices of education.

"In vivid vignettes, Black Thought tells the dramatic stories of the four powerful relationships that shaped him--with community, friends, art, and family--each a complex weave of love, discovery, trauma, and loss."--

A celebration of 50 years of Hip Hop’s vibrant history, and its transformative influence not just on American music and culture, but across the world. This vivid chronicle of the rhythm, rhyme, and reason of Hip Hop is told through intimate narratives, over 150 iconic images, and the voices of Hip Hop's founding artists. Co-authored by the legendary LL COOL J, celebrated journalist Vikki Tobak, and Rock The Bells’ editorial director Alec Banks, this unparalleled collection is a must-have for music fans.•Personal Stories from Hip Hop Luminaries: Firsthand accounts from the likes of DJ Kool Herc, Salt-N-Pepa, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg and many more. •Insights from Hip Hop Royalty: Written contributions from an A-list roster including Rakim, MC Lyte, Jay-Z, and many more. •Iconic Shots from Photographic Legends: Contributions from Joe Conzo Jr., Ernie Paniccioli, Jonathan Mannion, and others who chronicled Hip Hop's rise. •Rare Images & Cultural Artifacts: Capturing the essence of Hip Hop, from street scenes to iconic performances. Delve into a collection of album covers, handwritten lyrics, and original graffiti art. •Essential for an Aficionado’s Collection: With art direction by Hip Hop photography icon Ernie Paniccioli and photo editing by the renowned Jonathan Mannion. This treasure-filled testament to a cultural revolution charts Hip Hop's birth, meteoric rise, and enduring influence on the American music scene for fans everywhere.

"From street corners to corner offices, mixtapes made a huge impact on the music industry and hip-hop culture in New York City during the late '80s, '90s, and early 2000s. Mixtapes helped dictate what rap songs were hot in the clubs, on the radio, and in the streets, and they influenced which artists would get signed to record deals. Mixtapes also showcased which DJs had the most skills and creativity, and who had the juice to pull the illest exclusives. Do Remember! combines the best elements of oral and pictorial histories to explore the evolution of mixtapes as a crucial component of New York City hip-hop culture. Featuring a comprehensive collection of rare mixtape cover art, never-before-seen images, vintage tracklists, and exclusive interviews with Kid Capri, Brucie B, Mister Cee, Ron G, S&S, Doo Wop, Green Lantern, Lord Finesse, Clark Kent, Bobbito, Cipha Sounds, Havoc of Mobb Deep, the late, great DJ Kay Slay, and many more, including a special foreword by Fab 5 Freddy, Do Remember! captures an era in New York City that went on to inspire future hip-hop generations all over the world." --Provided by Publisher.

Discover the history of hip hop in graphic novel form -- this omnibus collection of the New York Times best-selling series includes over 140 pages of extras in a deluxe hardcover for the first time!

Greeting Readers!In this month's issue of Pump It Up Magazine, we are proud to celebrate not only the incredible journey of Carter Kaya, the visionary leader of the French musical empire Delit Music France, but also the contributions of black artists, writers, and performers in honor of Black History Month.From his humble beginnings in war-torn Congo to his rise as a highly-respected and sought-after music executive, Carter's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, talent, and determination.We delve into his story, exploring how he navigated the challenges and obstacles he faced along the way, and discover what sets Delit Music France apart from other musical empires.Alongside Carter's story, this issue of Pump It Up Magazine also offers a range of diverse and thought-provoking articles. For those looking to improve their fitness and relationships, we explore the benefits of couple's workouts.And for those navigating the ups and downs of being single on Valentine's Day, we delve into the journey of self-discovery and the importance of knowing oneself.In addition, we shine a spotlight on classic love stories in movies and celebrate the season of love by exploring the history and evolution of soul food, a rich culinary tradition with roots in African American culture.We also bring awareness to important humanitarian issues, such as supporting the victims of the recent Syria-Turkey earthquake. So whether you're a music lover, fitness enthusiast, or simply someone looking to broaden your horizons, this issue of Pump It Up Magazine has something for everyone.As we celebrate Black History Month and Valentine's Day, we hope to inspire, educate, and entertain our readers, and to continue to promote diversity, inclusiveness, and awareness.Anissa & Michael B. Sutton

A modern epic about the most consequential music culture today, Atlanta rapa masterful, street-level story of art, money, race, class, and salvation from acclaimed New York Times reporter Joe Coscarelli.From mansions to trap houses, office buildings to strip clubs, Atlanta is defined by its rap music. But this flashy and fast-paced world is rarely seen below surface-level as a collection not of superheroes and villains, cartoons and caricatures, but of flawed and inspired individuals all trying to get a piece of what everyone else seems to have. In artistic, commercial, and human terms, Atlanta rap represents the most consequential musical ecosystem of this century so far. Rap Capital tells the dramatic stories of the people who make it tick, and the city that made them that way. The lives of the artists driving the culture, from megastars like Lil Baby and Migos to lesser-known local strivers like Lil Reek and Marlo, represent the modern American dream but also an American nightmare, as young Black men and women wrestle generational curses, crippled school systems, incarceration, and racism on the way to an improbable destination atop art and commerce. Across Atlanta, rap dreams power countless overlapping economies, but they're also a gamble, one that could make a poor man rich or a poor man poorer, land someone in jail or keep them out of it. Drawing on years of reporting, more than a hundred interviews, dozens of hours in recording studios and on immersive ride-alongs, acclaimed New York Times reporter Joe Coscarelli weaves a cinematic tapestry of this singular American culture as it took over in the last decade, from the big names to the lesser-seen prospects, managers, grunt-workers, mothers, DJs, lawyers and dealers that are equally important to the industry. The result is a deeply human, era-defining book. Entertaining and profound, Rap Capital is an epic of art, money, race, class, and sometimes, salvation.

Featuring exclusive interviews with creators, original voice cast, and a medley of sharp game critics and music experts, the book celebrates PaRappa's unprecedented mechanics, art, humor, cultural specificity, and uplifting themes as he pairs energetic game history with personal memoir to explain how a game about a rapping dog helped him feel seen when he needed it the most. Funny, informative, and sincere, Sholars' book is a heartfelt reminder why we all gotta believe.

"Mic check! Practice baby's A-B-Cs while learning about hip-hop legend Qeen Latifah."--