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Born in the Bronx: A Visual Record of the Early Days of Hip Hop
Hip hop first became a part of the mainstream music industry in the early 1980s, when major record labels released albums from such accessible groups as Run DMC and the Sugarhill Gang. But the true origins of one of the most powerful pop-cultural influences in the world are in the spontaneous, progressive musical culture that grew out of tough Bronx neighborhoods of the 19...more
Hardcover, 208 pages
Published
November 6th 2007
by Universe
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I'm not much of a hip-hopper, but this book was a must have for my bookshelf. It details the origins of the hip-hop movement from it's earliest days back in the early 1970's in the housing projects in the Bronx. The photos and early dance/DJ show flyer reprints are well worth the price of the book alone.
An amazing document on a fascinating time and place. If I could afford to pay for a big book of incredible pictures that takes about a half-hour to experience, I absolutely would buy this. You know, if I had a coffee table. Nonetheless, a great book.
nice pictures and even better, old flyers!
Jan 14, 2009
Josh
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sounds interesting
This is a pretty interesting book about the early days of hip hop as it started in the bronx. It's mostly a pictorial history, with a lot of old concert posters and photos from shows, and I would've liked to see more interviews with the actual people involved, most of whom are now unknown or always have been. Worth looking at.
Some great shots, and the text provides excellent context. Probably one of the best visual representations of hiphop culture in print. Recommended for people who liked Wild Style and Scratch and just need more.
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