Book Overview
A historical guide to the evolution of rap and hip hop music from its beginnings to the evolution of its many forms and frequent controversies including violence and misogyny. Cultural associations... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1566393620
ISBN13:9781566393621
Release Date:June 1996
Publisher:Temple University Press
Length:288 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.4" x 8.6"
Related Subjects
African-American & Black African-American Studies Arts & Literature Arts, Music & Photography Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Composers & Musicians Ethnic & National Music Musical Genres Performing Arts Politics & Social Sciences Rap Social Sciences Specific Demographics TextbooksCustomer Reviews
3 ratings
Very good essay collection
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I would recommend this to any Hip Hop fan as a book to read. It has a collection of essays on various aspects of Hip Hop. Some are quite amazing; a standout was one that researched the origins of Breaking and traced different moves to different parts of Africa. It is a very good book; people who read works by Nelson George or James Spady, or who are familiar with David Toop's "Rapattack", Jim Fricke's "Yes Yes Y'all" or Jeff Chang's "Can't Stop Won't Stop" will like this.
A rather good book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Very interesting, with opinions that don't always duplicate what the last person said. I really enjoyed some of the essays of this book. It challenges white patriarchal assumptions about Black music, its relevance, and those who are trying to appropriate it for their own financial gain. Tricia Rose's book is also a good one.
A plethora of intellectual and dynamic thoughts on hip hop.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Droppin science is a collection of insightful essays from a variety of intellectuals about the social dynamics and history behind the music now known as hip-hop. Every hip-hop head or any music lover in general could benefit from this insightful collection. From the influences of the island cultures on rap to the history of dance, this book illuminates and expands the present discourse on rap. This is a book I will surely pass onto others in the hip-hop community.
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