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Listening to Rap - An Introduction (Paperback)
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Listening to Rap - An Introduction (Paperback)
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Over the past four decades, rap and hip hop culture have taken a
central place in popular music both in the United States and around
the world. Listening to Rap: An Introduction enables students to
understand the historical context, cultural impact, and unique
musical characteristics of this essential genre. Each chapter
explores a key topic in the study of rap music from the 1970s to
today, covering themes such as race, gender, commercialization,
politics, and authenticity. Synthesizing the approaches of scholars
from a variety of disciplines-including music, cultural studies,
African-American studies, gender studies, literary criticism, and
philosophy-Listening to Rap tracks the evolution of rap and hip hop
while illustrating its vast cultural significance. The text
features more than 60 detailed listening guides that analyze the
musical elements of songs by a wide array of artists, from Afrika
Bambaataa and Grandmaster Flash to Nicki Minaj, Jay-Z, Kanye West,
and more. A companion website showcases playlists of the music
discussed in each chapter. Rooted in the understanding that
cultural context, music, and lyrics combine to shape rap's meaning,
the text assumes no prior knowledge. For students of all
backgrounds, Listening to Rap offers a clear and accessible
introduction to this vital and influential music.
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