A collection of over 250, full-color photographs of hip hop artists which are primarily arranged by record label affiliation, including Def Jam, Uptown, Bad Boys, Jive, Cold Chillin', Tommy Boys, Ruff House, and Ruthless/Deathrow.
Patrick Neate examines how hip-hop music has influenced societies throughout the world, describes the unique aspects of hip-hop music and culture, and profiles some of the genre's hottest artists and albums.
Presents a collection of essays that debate and discuss various topics pertaining to rap and hip-hop, including how these genres have shaped modern society, whether they are a negative influence, and whether they perpetuate violence.
A comprehensive reference work that focuses on three decades of Hip Hop culture describing its history, popular terms and phrases, and an analysis of fifty of the most influential Hip Hop songs.
Contains over twenty essays that offer varying perspectives on controversial issues related to rap music, such as if it is a significant American cultural music and if it harms women.
