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Focusing on the rich origins and evolution of hip-hop, this oral history captures the genre's journey from the Bronx in 1973 to its status as a dominant cultural force. Through over 300 interviews, Jonathan Abrams highlights the stories of key figures, including DJs, artists, and producers, who shaped hip-hop's landscape. The narrative explores the genre's grassroots beginnings, its expansion across the U.S., and its profound impact on music and society. This work serves as both a vital historical record and an engaging insight into hip-hop's revolutionary spirit.
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The Come Up: An Oral History of the Rise of Hip-Hop, Jonathan Abrams
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- 2022
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jonathan Abrams
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 544
- ISBN13
- 9781984825131
- Series
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- 4.2 out of 5
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- Focusing on the rich origins and evolution of hip-hop, this oral history captures the genre's journey from the Bronx in 1973 to its status as a dominant cultural force. Through over 300 interviews, Jonathan Abrams highlights the stories of key figures, including DJs, artists, and producers, who shaped hip-hop's landscape. The narrative explores the genre's grassroots beginnings, its expansion across the U.S., and its profound impact on music and society. This work serves as both a vital historical record and an engaging insight into hip-hop's revolutionary spirit.