The Rap Year Book takes the reader on a journey that begins in 1979, widely regarded as the moment rap as a genre was recognised as part of the musical landscape, and continues to the present. Shea Serrano skilfully pays homage to the most important song of each year. Serrano also explores the most important moments surrounding the history and culture of rap music - from the backgrounds of the artists to issues of race and safety to the rise of hip-hop and the struggles of its key players - both personal and professional



Softcover

Language: English

239 pages.