The concise guide to hip-hop music : a fresh look at the art of hip-hop, from old-school beats to freestyle rap

The concise guide to hip-hop music A fresh look at the art of hip-hop, from old-school beats to freestyle rap

Paul Edwards, 1982-

Book - 2015

"In 1973, the music scene was forever changed by the emergence of hip-hop. Masterfully blending the rhythmic grooves of funk and soul with layered beats and chanted rhymes, artists such as DJ Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash paved the way for an entire new genre and generation of musicians. In this comprehensive, accessible guide, Paul Edwards breaks down the difference between old school and new school, recaps the biggest influencers of the genre, and sets straight the myths and misconceptions of the artists and their music. Fans old and new alike will all learn something new about the history and development of hip-hop, from its inception up through the current day."--Back cover.

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Subjects
Rap (Music) > History and criticism.
Rap (Music) > Analysis, appreciation.
Rap musicians.
African Americans > Music > History and criticism.
Published
New York : St. Martin's Griffin 2015.
Language
English
Main Author
Paul Edwards, 1982- (-)
Edition
First edition
Physical Description
232 pages ; 21 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9781250034816
  • Acknowledgments
  • Part I. Hip-Hop
  • 1. What Is Hip-Hop?
  • 2. Hip-Hop Music Appreciation
  • 3. Debunking Hip-Hop Myths
  • Part II. Influencers
  • 4. Influential Rappers
  • 5. Influential Beatmakers
  • 6. Hip-Hop Instruments
  • Part III. History
  • 7. Old School / New School
  • 8. The Golden Age of Hip-Hop
  • 9. Landmark Albums in Hip-Hop History
  • Notes
  • Index
Review by Library Journal Review

If you've ever debated the differences between "rap" and "hip-hop" or have ever tried to simplify this cultural movement, then this succinct yet information- dense offering from "hip-hop journalist" and expert Edwards is sure to alter your view. In less than 200 pages, he deftly dissects what are widely believed to be the four elements of hip-hop: rap, graffiti, breaking, and deejaying. Utilizing archived interviews from "old school" and "golden era" rappers in addition to dancers and graffiti "writers," the author explains the nuances that differentiate a "rapper" from an "MC" (master of ceremonies) and dismantles many commonly held myths about the origins of hip-hop. Self proclaimed hip-hop culture enthusiasts are likely to find certain revelations eyebrow raising while novices may gain a greater appreciation of beats and rhyme composition. This guide is an accessible, eye-opening, if a slightly biased book that offers knowledge to all readers, from newbie to purists. VERDICT Recommended for readers seeking to understand hip-hop music and culture or those who want to add to their knowledge of the genre.-Tamela Chambers, Chicago Pub. Schs. (c) Copyright 2015. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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