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The History of Gangster Rap: From Schoolly D to Kendrick Lamar, the Rise of a Great American Art Form (MP3 CD)

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By Soren Baker, Xzibit (Foreword by), James Shippy (Read by)
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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 fascinates music junkies and remains at the forefront of pop culture. Filled with interviews with key players such as Snoop Dogg, Ice-T, and dozens more, as well as breakout bios of notorious characters, lists, and more, The History of Gangster Rap is the be-all-end-all book that contextualizes the importance of gangster rap as a cultural phenomenon.


Product Details
ISBN: 9781978650909
ISBN-10: 1978650906
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Publication Date: August 18th, 2019
Language: English