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Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1: 1970s1981 (Hip Hop Family Tree) (HIP HOP FAMILY TREE GN),New
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The lore of the early days of hip hop has become the stuff of myth, so what better way to document this fascinating, epic true story than in another great American mythological medium the comic book? From exciting young talent and selfproclaimed hip hop nerd Ed Piskor, acclaimed for his hacker graphic novel Wizzywig, comes this explosively entertaining, encyclopedic history of the formative years of the music genre that changed global culture. Originally serialized on the hugely popular website Boing Boing, The Hip Hop Family Tree is now collected in a single volume cleverly presented and packaged in a style mimicking the Marvel comics of the same era. Piskors exuberant yet controlled cartooning takes you from the parks and rec rooms of the South Bronx to the night clubs, recording studios, and radio stations where the scene started to boom, capturing the flavor of late1970s New York City in panels bursting with obsessively authentic detail. With a painstaking, vigorous and engaging Ken Burns meets Stan Lee approach, the battles and rivalries, the technical innovations, the triumphs and failures are all thoroughly researched and lovingly depicted. plus the charismatic players behind the scenes like Russell Simmons, Sylvia Robinson and thenpunker Rick Rubin. Piskor also traces graffiti master Fab 5 Freddys rise in the art world, and Debbie Harry, Keith Haring, The Clash, and other luminaries make cameos as the music and culture begin to penetrate downtown Manhattan and the mainstream at large. Like the acclaimed hip hop documentaries Style Wars and Scratch, The Hip Hop Family Tree is an exciting and essential cultural chronicle and a must for hip hop fans, popculture addicts, and anyone who wants to know how it went down back in the day.
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- Q: What is the main theme of the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1? A: The main theme of the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 is the historical and cultural evolution of hip hop from its beginnings in the 1970s to 1981, exploring the influential figures, events, and innovations that shaped the genre.
- Q: Who is the author of the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1? A: The author of the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 is Ed Piskor, a graphic novelist known for his work on hip hop culture and history.
- Q: What is the format of the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1? A: The Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 is presented in a graphic novel format, combining comic book storytelling with detailed illustrations to narrate the history of hip hop.
- Q: How many pages does the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 have? A: The Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 contains 112 pages filled with illustrations and narratives that document the early days of hip hop.
- Q: When was the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 published? A: The Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 was published on August 26, 2014.
- Q: Is the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 suitable for all ages? A: While the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 is accessible to a broad audience, it contains themes and language that may be more appropriate for older teens and adults interested in hip hop culture.
- Q: What type of binding does the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 have? A: The Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 include additional features or content? A: The Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 does not specify any additional features beyond the comic narrative, focusing primarily on the historical storytelling of hip hop.
- Q: What makes the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 unique compared to other music history books? A: The Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 is unique due to its comic book format, which combines engaging illustrations with thorough research, making the history of hip hop accessible and entertaining.
- Q: Can I find information about influential figures in hip hop in this book? A: Yes, the Hip Hop Family Tree Book 1 includes information about many influential figures in hip hop, such as Russell Simmons, Sylvia Robinson, and Fab 5 Freddy, detailing their contributions to the culture.