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Author
Publisher
Brilliance Audio
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
9 CDs (11 hrs. 30 min.) : CD audio, digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
"The History of Gangster Rap is a deep dive into one of the most fascinating subgenres of any music category to date. Sixteen detailed chapters, organized chronologically, examine the evolution of gangster rap, its main players, and the culture that created this revolutionary music. From still-swirling conspiracy theories about the murders of Biggie and Tupac to the release of the 2015 film Straight Outta Compton, the era of gangster rap is one that...
Author
Publisher
Wednesday Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
352 pages ; 25 cm
Description
"The American Book Award winner, now completely adapted for a young adult audience! From award-winning author Jeff Chang, Can't Stop Won't Stop is the story of hip-hop, a generation-defining movement and the music that transformed American politics and culture forever. Hip hop is one of the most dominant and influential cultures in America, giving new voice to the younger generation. It defines a generation's worldview. Exploring hip hop's beginnings...
3) Bodied
Publisher
Gravitas Ventures
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (120 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A progressive graduate student working on his thesis sparks a controversy when his interest in battle rap becomes a competitive obsession.
Author
Series
Simon B. Rhymin' volume 1
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
240 pages
Description
Chicago fifth-grader Simon, an aspiring rapper who lacks self-confidence, uses his rhymes to help bring his community together.
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
1 DVD videodisc (75 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A trip into the grooves, a documentary about an object that has never lost its soul: the vinyl record. An epic love story, the film is filled with fascination characters and internationally recognized artists including Philippe Cohen Solal, Winston Smith, Peter Saville, and DJ Kentaro. Set in eleven different cities worldwide, the director sets out on a global road trip to find out what role vinyl records play in the 21st century.
Author
Series
Simon B. Rhymin' volume 3
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
231 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Description
When Simon joins the basketball team, he is excited to be a part of a neighborhood tradition, but after some of his teammates leave for a better team, he decides to organize a pep rally to help Creighton Park and the community feel like they are part of something special.
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