Hip Hop Culture

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This work is a revealing chronicle of Hip Hop culture from its beginnings three decades ago to the present, with an analysis of its influence on people and popular culture in the United States and around the world. * An extensively researched narrative of the history of Hip Hop in four informative, richly detailed chapters * More than 50 photographs of Hip Hop's major players, scenes, and styles * An extensive annotated bibliography of print and online resources, plus listings of important organizations, associations, and programs dedicated to Hip Hop culture * A comprehensive glossary of terms and phrases such as "bling bling" and "thuglife" * Sidebars on fascinating topics, reflecting the latest research and statistical data * Analyses of the 50 most influential Hip Hop songs and the 30 most influential Hip Hop albums

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"This one-stop resource is excellent for students interested in conducting research into a cultural phenomenon as well as fans wanting to broaden their knowledge of favorite artists." - VOYA "Hip Hop Culture documents the sweeping progress of the movement as a whole. ... Chapters thus blend biographical sketches with an overall attention to cultural change to make this essential reading for any student of the movement." - Midwest Book Review

Author Bio

Emmett G. Price III is assistant professor of music and African American studies at Northeastern University, Boston, MA, and editor-in-chief of the Journal of Popular Music Studies.