rap music

"[Describes] how sampling remade hip-hop over forty years, from pioneering superstar Grandmaster Flash through crate-digging preservationist and innovator Madlib"--Amazon.

The autobiography of American musician Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson.

Chicago fifth-grader Simon, an aspiring rapper who lacks self-confidence, uses his rhymes to help bring his community together.

Drake is more than record-setting performer. He is also the composer and lyricist of his songs. While this is not unusual in rap world, it does set him apart from many of the best-selling singers of all time. However, the music business is a fast-changing world, and few stars have remained at the top for very long. Drake's talents as a songwriter and an actor in addition to being a performer will certainly help his longevity. It may be that his era has just begun.

"Brooklyn, 1998. Biggie Smalls was right: Things done changed. But that doesn't mean that Quadir and Jarrell are cool letting their best friend Steph's music lie forgotten under his bed after he's murdered--not when his rhymes could turn any Bed Stuy corner into a party. With the help of Steph's younger sister Jasmine, they come up with a plan to promote Steph's music under a new rap name: the Architect. Soon, everyone wants a piece of him. When his demo catches the attention of a hotheaded music label rep, the trio must prove Steph's talent from beyond the grave. As the pressure of keeping their secret grows, Quadir, Jarrell, and Jasmine are forced to confront the truth about what happened to Steph. Only, each has something to hide. And with everything riding on Steph's fame, they need to decide what they stand for or lose all that they've worked so hard to hold on to--including each other"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history and culture of Rap and Hip-Hop music, discussing its message, legacy and more.

Examines the development and characteristics of hip-hop, describing its inspiration from Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Jamaica, as well as its racial, multicultural, and multilingual influences.

A rhythmic tale about different fairy tale characters who attend a hip-hop Halloween ball.

Examines the development and characteristics of hip-hop, describing its inspiration from Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Jamaica, as well as its racial, multicultural, and multilingual influences.

Examines the underlying issues surrounding the controversies related to hip hop music, including violence, racism, sexism, gangs, and equality.