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Explores the history of Caribbean and Latin music, from the original indigenous tribes through the development of Latin jazz to modern music from artists like Daddy Yankee, Rhianna, and many others.

Discusses various aspects of the art of rapping, with ample quotes from artists such as Schoolly D, Ghostface Killah, B-Real, Kool G Rap, and Chuck D, covering the dynamics of various forms; content, flow, rhythm, and delivery; the writing process; vocal techniques; live performance; and studio work.

Collection of 150 rap lyrics from D.J. Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince to Queen Latifah.

Readers examine the various styles of music that defined the 1970s and '80s, profiling the artists who captured the spirit of rapid social and cultural change.

Examines the phenomenon of rock and roll, the way it was before it crept into the mainstream it had once retaliated against and the many musicians who made it into an art.

Presents the lyrics for five hundred familiar songs, including folk songs, hymns, Christmas carols, ballads, children's songs, and others.

A musical that follows two parents' efforts to keep their family intact in the wake of a sudden and difficult crisis.

Presents the book and lyrics for the musical about two young Mormons sent as missionaries to a remote village in northern Uganda where they try to share the Book of Mormon with the local warlord.

Contains full color photographs of scenes from Cats, lyrics and dialogue, with production notes.