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This book positions a unique conceptualization of the history of Hip-Hop, arguing that it was the political forces of the 1970s combined with economic forces of free market capitalism and privatization of public services, neoliberalism, and the deindustrialization of major cities, that led the cultural creation of the "Boogie Down" Bronx.
List of contents
Foreword 1: Thoughts on a City of Hip-Hop
- Thoughts from Chuck D
Foreword 2: New York, Detroit, Chicago, Los Angeles and the Hard Truths of America
- Thoughts from Dan Charnas
Element One: Graffiti
Chapter One: A Genesis
Element Two: MCing
Chapter Two: A Cultural Commodity
Element Three: DJing
Chapter Three: A Transformation
Element Four: Breakin'
Chapter Four: A Transmogrification
Element Five: Knowledge
Chapter Five: A Crossroads
Epilogue: To Raida and Hip-Hop, From Rob
About the author
Rob Swift, a DJ par excellence, stands out for his unique contributions to the art and more incredible hip-hop culture. His first crowning achievement was winning the DMC East Coast title in 1992. As a founding member of the X-Ecutioners DJ crew, he played a pivotal role in shaping the DJ culture. Beyond his solo success, he is a global educator, sharing his passion for hip-hop history and the art of DJing.
Rasul A. Mowatt is a critical urban geographer and House Music DJ who focuses on the production and articulation of power through a city. He is the author of
The Geographies of Threat and the Production of Violences and
Laundering Black Rage. He is also a professor and educator on race, gender, class struggles, cities, colonialism, and violence.
Summary
This book positions a unique conceptualization of the history of Hip-Hop, arguing that it was the political forces of the 1970s combined with economic forces of free market capitalism and privatization of public services, neoliberalism, and the deindustrialization of major cities, that led the cultural creation of the “Boogie Down” Bronx.
