Rap & Hip-Hop

A profound meditation on hip hop's transformative power, In the Hour of Chaos takes us deep into the mind of the genre's most unabashed revolutionary. This book is not an autobiography. It's not a manifesto. It's a razor-sharp investigation into hip hop and rap music by searing lyricist and global music icon Chuck D of Public Enemy. Engaging with some of the world's leading thinkers on hip hop, "Professor Chuck" sets out on a journey that celebrates fifty years of hip hop and charts paths forward for its future. Exploring the intersections of hip hop with Black radicalism and feminism, media and technology, and globalization and politics, this curated collection shows the power of culture and the arts not only to bring people together but to bring about political change in this current hour of chaos. Features conversations with leading thinkers, including Robin D. G. Kelley, H. Samy Alim, Jeff Chang, Davey D, Scot Brown, Cheryl L. Keyes, Gaye Theresa Johnson, Bryonn Bain, Maya Jupiter, Adam Bradley, Joan Morgan, and more.

In his most personal work yet, Grammy Award–winning rapper 2 Chainz shares the spiritual journey behind his success, offering a raw, reflective, and deeply motivational meditation on the inner voice that’s guided him his whole life: God. <BR><BR>Before he was 2 Chainz, he was Tauheed Epps—an only child growing up in College Park, Georgia, raised by a single mother while his father served time in prison. Though he excelled in school and earned a basketball scholarship, the streets were never far behind, and by fifteen, he had been arrested and was hustling to survive. He faced doubt and self-destruction, but even then, something told him there had to be more.<BR> <BR> In THE VOICE IN MY HEAD IS GOD, 2 Chainz tells the story of how he walked away from the trap and found his purpose: not by fame or fear, but by faith. With his unmistakable voice and unflinching honesty, he reflects on the hardest moments of his life and the quiet revelations that shaped him. From the spiritual alarms he couldn’t ignore to the mentors who showed up at the right time, he explores how his music and verses poured out when he finally listened to the voice that had been there all along.<BR> <BR> From hanging with Lil Wayne to getting early help from Ludacris, 2 Chainz brings us into the defining moments of his life and career while delivering a powerful message about discipline, divine timing, and self-belief. Along the way, he offers more than a memoir. He shares a way of thinking, of trusting yourself, and of listening to the voice that never steers you wrong.<BR> <BR> Lyrical, grounded, and fiercely motivational THE VOICE IN MY HEAD IS GOD is part blueprint and all heart.

One of the most important events in modern music remains the late 80s cross-collision of rock and hip hop. Aerosmith/Run DMC, Beastie Boys Paul's Boutique, Public Enemy and Anthrax, Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons, De La Soul and Third Bass, and the 318 hip hop records that sampled Billy Squier's "The Big Beat exemplify the era. Rap records sampled rock bands, elevating sampling into an art form, while influencing all other forms of popular music. One of the themes this book will explore is the way the fusion of rap and rock gave hope to a sense of interracial harmony.In keeping with When Rock Met Disco and When Rock Met Reggae, this title relates the musical cross collision, and cultural fallout that changed music for the better, and remains an influence through today.

Die ultimative LiebeserklärungWas macht ein ideales Intro aus? Sind Fortsetzungen von Klassikern eine gute Idee? Gibt es die perfekte Punchline? Jan Wehn geht den entscheidenden Fragen des Deutschrap nach - und findet in der reichen Geschichte des Genres die spannendsten Antworten. Er huldigt den prägenden Werken und Figuren, beleuchtet ihre Hintergründe und zeigt, warum diese Musik mehr ist als nur der Soundtrack einer Generation.Von Die Fantastischen Vier bis Ufo361, von Sabrina Setlur bis Shirin David, von Kool Savas bis K.I.Z, von Fettes Brot bis Luciano, von Cora E. bis Cro, von Haiyti bis Haftbefehl u. v.m.'Was Rap ist, wurde schon vielfach analysiert und diskutiert. Aber was er für Menschen bedeutet, zeigt sich in ihren Geschichten und ihrer Sicht auf die Welt. Darüber schreibt Jan Wehn: so emotional und persönlich, wie es nur ein Insider kann.' Curse'Wer dieses Buch nicht liebt, hat HipHop nicht verdient.' Christian Huber'Ich hab fast angefangen es zu lesen - so gut ist dieses Buch.' SSIO

Epic in scope and personal recollection, The Music Is Black is the story of British imperial and colonial histories, the African diaspora, and contemporary British social history put into song.Black British music has been the soundtrack to periods of profound political, social, cultural, and demographic change. It is the music of identity, indefatigability, resistance, anger, celebration, love, loss; it is the music of possibility and hope.Opening with an exploration of the sound and identity of the African diaspora as shaped by the tumultuous forces of British imperialism and colonialism from the 1400s to 1900, Jacqueline Springer then surveys the black musical landscape in Britain from 1900 to 1970. Two major imports-American rap and Jamaican ragga-are singled out for their vital contributions to the homegrown genres central to the publication: lovers rock, Brit funk, 2 tone, jungle, drum & bass, trip-hop, and UK garage and grime.Each genre is then considered with an academic framing of its social and political landscape and artist interviews that include Carroll Thompson, Neville Staple, Kenny Wellington, Bluey Maunick, Fabio and Grooverider, Skye Edwards and Ross Godfrey of Morcheeba, Megaman, DJ Target, and Slimzee.The Music Is Black bears witness to the resilience, ingenuity, and heart of all those who create.

Grammy Award–winning R&B and hip-hop legend Teddy Riley recounts his journey from growing up in the projects in Harlem to inventing the genre New Jack Swing, selling out shows at Madison Square Garden, and creating music for Michael Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Pharrell, and more. <BR><BR>Since the early ’80s, Teddy Riley has revolutionized the music industry, from his creation of New Jack Swing to his work in R&B, hip-hop, gospel, soul, and pop that forever changed the industry. His profound influence still resonates today, and he has been inducted into the Hip-Hop Hall of Fame, awarded the Soul Train Legend Award and given his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Now, Riley—with coauthor, award-winning biographer Jake Brown—lifts the curtain on his fascinating and inspiring journey with this unforgettable memoir of talent, resilience, collaboration, betrayal, and creativity.<BR> <BR>With heart and humor, Riley reflects on his beginnings as musical prodigy growing up in Harlem and the highs and lows of working with some of the biggest names in the industry. From masterminding his own acclaimed groups, such as Guy and Blackstreet, to producing groundbreaking hits such as Bobby Brown’s “My Prerogative” and writing and producing with legends like Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, Lady Gaga, and more, Riley takes us on a remarkable journey that parallels the explosion of new genres and Black influence in the contemporary music landscape.<BR> <BR>Remember the Times also candidly illustrates the evolution of popular music through the ’80s to today, taking us behind the scenes directly from the man who grew “to define the sound and reinvigorate contemporary R&B and hip-hop” (Mixdown Magazine, Australia).

Kendrick Lamar isn't just a rapper - he's a visionary. From his breakout album good kid, m.A.A.d city to the genre-defining To Pimp a Butterfly and the introspective Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Kendrick has pushed the boundaries of hip-hop with his raw storytelling and fearless social commentary. His music explores race, identity, faith and the weight of success, earning him critical acclaim and a devoted global following.<BR><BR>With 17 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award nomination, and the first rapper to win a Pulitzer Prize, Kendrick has cemented his place among the greatest artists of all time. He has become a voice for the voiceless, challenging systems of inequality and empowering his audience to think, reflect and act. Whether through his stirring lyrics, his unmatched ability to blend complex musical genres or his dedication to truth and authenticity, Kendrick's work has shaped not just the sound of a generation, but its very spirit. His influence stretches beyond music, shaping conversations on justice, culture and the power of words. <BR><BR>The Little Guide to Kendrick Lamar is a tribute to his legacy, packed with his most iconic quotes, compelling insights, and fascinating facts about his life and work. Whether you've followed his journey from day one or are just discovering his artistry, this book is your guide to understanding the genius of K.Dot.

Calling all Carpenters! This pocket-sized companion is a tribute to the viral pop star Sabrina Carpenter.<BR><BR> With her catchy tunes, bedazzled lingerie looks and iconic bouncy blowout, this busy woman has amassed millions of fans around the world. It's no coincidence that her relatable lyrics, fun, flirty outfits and no-nonsense attitude have captivated so many people's hearts; Sabrina's popularity only continues to grow as she tops the charts.<BR><BR> From her Disney days to the Coachella stage, and now with smash hits that've been streamed billions of times, Sabrina's journey to musical stardom is decoded in this book. If you have a taste for more, inside you'll also find inspiring quotes, fun-sized facts and a treasure trove of trivia.<BR><BR>A Little Bit of Sabrina Carpenter contains:<BR> - Short n' sweet words of encouragement from Sabrina<BR> - Insights into her personal life and rise to fame<BR> - Trivia to test who among you is the sharpest tool<BR><BR> This homage to Sabrina, her music and her lipstick print on pop history will make the perfect gift for any Carpenter.

I pray this book about my life inspires and motivates others to keep pushing. I was born and raised in Cocoa, Florida (Brevard County). While chasing my dreams in a small city I had to overcome a lot of obstacles. My vision was too big for the people I loved the most. No matter how much I tried to include them they just could not come along with me on this journey. I have been doubted my whole career but my self - confidence would not allow me to give up. I always knew I was different from my peers, and I would grow to become an impactful person. In this book I talk more about how I overcame adversity and broke generational curses. I was slept on.Trashon "Tray Plus" Waller is the CEO of an independent record label, Thumbs Up Music Group LLC, and a sought-after hip-hop artist. As a serial entrepreneur, through vision and innovation, he has learned to create and wear many hats.

"MF DOOM - Chroniken einer Hip-Hop-Ikone" erzählt die unglaubliche Geschichte der maskierten Underground-Legende: von seiner Kindheit in Long Beach über erste Erfolge mit KMD bis hin zu seinem beispiellosen Comeback und bahnbrechenden Kollaborationen wie Madvillain und Danger DOOM.In fünf Akten zeichnet S.H. Fernando Jr. (aka SKIZ) - detailreich und mit exklusiven Einblicken in DOOMs engsten Kreis - das Porträt eines Künstlers, der zum Mythos wurde. Ein einzigartiger Blick hinter die berühmteste Maske des Rap und eine fesselnde Reise durch drei Jahrzehnte Musikgeschichte.

**Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2025**<BR><BR>The joyous and electric memoir from beloved music icon Neneh Cherry. <BR><BR>A SUNDAY TIMES, GUARDIAN, NEW STATESMAN, EVENING STANDARD, UNCUT AND ROUGH TRADE BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024<BR><BR>'Intoxicating . . . Seductive' SUNDAY TIMES<BR>'Inspiring' ANNIE MACMANUS<BR>'Fabulous' VOGUE<BR><BR>Top of the Pops, December 1988. The world sat up as a young woman made her debut: gold bra, gold bomber jacket and proudly, gloriously, seven months pregnant. This was no ordinary artist. This was Neneh Cherry.<BR><BR>Cherry has always been a creative force to be reckoned with. She spent some of her childhood at the iconic Chelsea Hotel; performed with all-girl punk band the Slits as a teenager; was among the pioneers of nineties pop music; and has inspired wave after wave of musicians and artists.<BR><BR>In this joyous and electric memoir, Cherry remembers the collaborations, the highs and lows, the friendships and loves, and the addictions and traumas that have shaped her. At the heart of it, always, is family: the extraordinary three generations of artists and musicians that are her inheritance and her legacy.<BR><BR>'I loved it' ZADIE SMITH<BR>'Enthralling' BERNARDINE EVARISTO<BR>'Thrums with life' GUARDIAN<BR>'A living testament to artistic invention' OBSERVER

1995 kommt Hussein Akkouche als viertes von sechs Kindern einer Familie mit libanesischen Wurzeln in einer kalten, verschneiten Winternacht zur Welt. Aufgewachsen in den grauen Straßen von Berlin-Lichterfelde, muss er sich schon früh unter Älteren behaupten und trifft mit 13 Jahren eine Entscheidung, die sein Leben für immer verändert: Er beginnt zu rappen.Heute kennt ganz Deutschland Hussein unter dem Namen Samra. In seiner Autobiografie lässt er Erfolge und Rückschläge Revue passieren, blickt auf die von Krieg und Armut geprägte Vergangenheit seiner Familie zurück und setzt sich schonungslos ehrlich damit auseinander, wie die Schattenseiten des Musikgeschäfts ihn beinahe in den Suizid trieben.Es ist die bewegende Geschichte eines Jungen aus dem Herzen des Blocks, der früh auf eigenen Beinen stehen musste. Und der in jungen Jahren lernte, allen Widrigkeiten zu trotzen, die das Leben für ihn bereithält.

Hip-Hop is the soundtrack of Black Lives Matter protests, evident in scenes where songs from the genre are played and sung throughout the protests. Max Tretter adopts an interdisciplinary approach to create a framework for precisely assessing the impact of such aesthetic expressions in public and for taking grounded normative positions on them.

I pray this book about my life inspires and motivates others to keep pushing. I was born and raised in Cocoa, Florida (Brevard County). While chasing my dreams in a small city I had to overcome a lot of obstacles. My vision was too big for the people I loved the most. No matter how much I tried to include them they just could not come along with me on this journey. I have been doubted my whole career but my self - confidence would not allow me to give up. I always knew I was different from my peers, and I would grow to become an impactful person. In this book I talk more about how I overcame adversity and broke generational curses. I was slept on.Trashon "Tray Plus" Waller is the CEO of an independent record label, Thumbs Up Music Group LLC, and a sought-after hip-hop artist. As a serial entrepreneur, through vision and innovation, he has learned to create and wear many hats.

Als sich 1993 Fettes Brot gründeten, konnte niemand ahnen, wohin die Reise von Dokter Renz, König Boris und Björn Beton gehen würde, die nur zwei Jahre später mit ihrer Single 'Nordisch by Nature' zu einem der erfolgreichsten deutschsprachigen HipHop-Acts avancierten. Es folgten neun Studioalben, 46 Singleauskopplungen und 43 Musikvideos, die auf VIVA und MTV, im Radio und auf jeder WG-Party in Heavy Rotation liefen. Nach einer gefeierten Abschiedstour 2023 löste sich 'die Mutter aller Partybands' nach 30 Bandjahren auf.Doch nun naht Trost für die trauernden Fans, denn Dokter Renz, König Boris und Björn Beton sind nicht nur hervorragende Musiker und Rapper, sondern auch Comicfans. Und so erscheint pünktlich zum 30. Geburtstag ihres ersten Albums 'Auf einem Auge blöd' im April 2025 ein Comic, der dem Werk von Fettes Brot eine neue Facette hinzufügt. Zehn Zeichner:innen und HipHop-Aficionados haben sich Songs aus der gesamten Karriere von Fettes Brot vorgenommen und in Comicbilder übersetzt. Neben Hits wie 'Schwule Mädchen', 'An Tagen wie diesen' und 'Jein' finden sich auch Fanlieblinge wie 'Silberfische in meinem Bett' oder 'Falsche Entscheidung' im Fettes Brot Songcomic 'Schwule Mädchen Sondereinheit'.Das Line-up: Helena Baumeister mit 'Silberfische in meinem Bett', Wiebke Bolduan mit 'Klaus & Klaus & Klaus', Tobi Dahmen mit 'Falsche Entscheidung', Hamed Eshrat mit 'Bettina, zieh dir bitte etwas an', Kathrin Klingner mit 'Amsterdam', Noëlle Kröger mit 'Schwule Mädchen', Josephine Mark mit 'Echo', Kati Rickenbach mit 'Jein' und Büke Schwarz mit 'An Tagen wie diesen'.

'Questlove radiates passion, knowledge, wit and profundity as he reflects on this ever-evolving art form' GUARDIANFor a young Black kid growing up in a musical family in 1970s Philadelphia, hip-hop was everything. He stayed up late to hear the newest songs on the radio. He saved his money to buy vinyl as soon as it landed. He even started to make his own songs. That kid was Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson.Now, in this landmark book, Questlove traces the creative, cultural forces that made and shaped hip-hop, highlighting the forgotten influential gems and the chart-topping hits - and weaves it all together with the stories no one else knows. It is at once an intimate, sharply observed story and a sweeping theory of the evolution of the greatest artistic movement of our time. Questlove approaches it with both the encyclopaedic fluency of an obsessive fan and the unique expertise of an innovative participant. Hip-hop is history, and also his history.

'Words for My Comrades ambitiously sets out to transcend the standard pop star biography, carefully knotting the evolution of hip-hop into a sweeping account of 20th-century radical US politics' - Victoria Segal, THE TIMES<BR><BR>Before his murder at twenty-five, Tupac Shakur rose to staggering artistic heights as the pre-eminent storyteller of the 90s, building, in the process, one of the most iconic public personas of the last half century. <BR><BR>In this cultural history and brilliantly researched biography, Dean Van Nguyen reckons with Tupac's coming of age, fame and influence and how the political machinations that shaped him as a boy have since buoyed his legacy as a revolutionary following the George Floyd uprising. Words for My Comrades crucially engages with the influence of Tupac's mother, Afeni, whose role in the Black Panther Party, with its dedication to dismantling American imperialism and police brutality, informed Tupac's art. Tupac's childhood as a son of the Panthers, coupled with the influence of his militant stepfather Mutulu Shakur, became his own riveting code of ethics that helped listeners reckon with America's inherent injustices.<BR><BR>Drawing upon conversations with the people who bore witness - from Panther veterans and other committed Marxist revolutionaries of 1970s America, to good friends and close collaborators of the rapper himself - Van Nguyen demonstrates how Tupac became one of the most enduring musical legends in hip-hop history and how intimately his name is threaded with the legacy of Black Panther politics. Words for My Comrades is the story of how the energy of the Black political movement was subsumed by culture and how America produced, in Tupac and Afeni, two of its most iconic, enduring revolutionaries.

"FUN, FRESH and THUMPING with ENERGY" - Jeff Kinney, bestselling author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid<BR>"MC Grammar is IT. He is the MAN!" - Michael Rosen<BR><BR> The first in a hilarious series from multi-award-winning teacher and World Book Day Ambassador, MC Grammar!<BR>  <BR>Meet Z, he only speaks in rhyme. <BR>Teased all the time. <BR>But now it’s his time to shine. <BR>  <BR>  <BR> Z stands for ZERO: being the amount of words that Z speaks at school. Why? Because every time he talks, it rhymes. Every. Single. Time.<BR>  <BR> But, things are about to change. The Royal Rap Rumble is coming to town in search of the next rhyming rap legend. With the help of his super-cool English teacher, Mr G, his best friend, SFX,<BR> and the ultimate hip-hop makeover, RAP KID is born.<BR>  <BR> But can he become the G.O.A.T and take home the golden mic? Bring on the vibes!<BR>- The Adventures of Rap Kid celebrates the power of words and friendship.- Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Tom Gates and Loki.- From the viral book-rapping sensation and star of SkyKids Wonder Raps and Rap Tales.

This volume documents the collaborations between famed fashion designer Nigo® and many recording artists (including Pharrell, A$AP Rocky, and Tyler, the Creator), presenting a trove of limited-edition apparel, sneakers, accessories, album covers, and collectibles and an archive of trademark graphics and patterns.<BR><BR>Straddling the worlds of fashion and hip-hop, Nigo® is a giant of streetwear culture. One of the pioneers of the highly influential Harajuku style movement, Nigo® is the founder of *A Bathing Ape®. Currently the creative director of Kenzo and a partner with Pharrell in both Human Made and Billionaire Boys Club/IceCream, he is one of the transformational figures in contemporary fashion, instrumental in translating streetwear trends into modern luxury.<BR><BR>He is also well known for being a music producer, and since the 1990s, has collaborated with hit-makers in hip-hop and contemporary music, having worked with Pharrell, Pusha T, Mos Def, M-Flo, the Teriyaki Boyz, and many others. The book is a visual record of the material culture generated by these partnerships. These collaborative goods—in limited quantities, emblazoned with logos and slogans—are a vital part of why Nigo®’s designs are so sought after. The same maximalist philosophy is employed in the design of the book, with original character art and all-over graphics integral to the visual narrative.

In this seminal study of hip-hop literacies, Black identity formation and artivism in Brazil, Dr. Ana Lúcia Silva Souza presents the diverse literacy practices that have emerged within and in relation to Brazil's hip-hop movement. Ana Lúcia Silva Souza demonstrates how Brazilian hip-hop literacies locate, point out, propose, act and teach others to act for social change. Hip-hop literacies not only teach youth how to resist, but also how to reexist.