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Dilla Time

The Life and Afterlife of J Dilla, the Hip-Hop Producer Who Reinvented Rhythm

de Dan Charnas ...

Narrado por Dan Charnas ...

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14 hora 52 minutos

This program contains examples of J Dilla's music performed in the studio by drummer Nate Smith and is accompanied by a bonus PDF of maps, photos, guides, and more."This book is a must for everyone interested in illuminating the idea of unexplainable genius.” —QUESTLOVEEqual parts biography, musicology, and cultural history, Dilla Time chronicles the life and legacy of J Dilla, a musical ge... ... Leer más

$32.99 USD

This program contains examples of J Dilla's music performed in the studio by drummer Nate Smith and is accompanied by a bonus PDF of maps, photos, guides, and more."This book is a must for everyone interested in illuminating the idea of unexplainable genius.” —QUESTLOVEEqual parts biography, musicology, and cultural history, Dilla Time chronicles the life and legacy of J Dilla, a musical ge...
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Kanye West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

de Kirk Walker Graves ...

Narrado por Torian Brackett ...

Series series 33 1/3
Completo

3 hora 23 minutos

In the first decade of the twenty-first century, Kanye West created the most compelling body of pop music by an American artist during the period. Having risen from obscurity as a precocious producer through the ranks of Jay Z's Roc-A-Fella records, by the time he released My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (MBDTF) in late 2010, West had evolved into a master collagist, an alchemist capable of ... Leer más

$12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In the first decade of the twenty-first century, Kanye West created the most compelling body of pop music by an American artist during the period. Having risen from obscurity as a precocious producer through the ranks of Jay Z's Roc-A-Fella records, by the time he released My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (MBDTF) in late 2010, West had evolved into a master collagist, an alchemist capable of
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Kanye West Owes Me $300

And Other True Stories from a White Rapper Who Almost Made It Big

de Jensen Karp ...

Narrado por Jensen Karp, Chris MacDonnell ...

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6 hora 4 minutos

In this “triumphantly funny” (AV Club) memoir, comedian Jensen Karp tells the story of how, as a Jewish kid from the L.A. suburbs, he became a rap battle legend—and then almost became a star.“The funniest person I follow on Twitter finally got smart and wrote about his unlikely—and hilarious—odyssey as teenage rapper Hot Karl.”—Kevin Smith, New York Times bestselling author of Tough Sh*tWhen ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

In this “triumphantly funny” (AV Club) memoir, comedian Jensen Karp tells the story of how, as a Jewish kid from the L.A. suburbs, he became a rap battle legend—and then almost became a star.“The funniest person I follow on Twitter finally got smart and wrote about his unlikely—and hilarious—odyssey as teenage rapper Hot Karl.”—Kevin Smith, New York Times bestselling author of Tough Sh*tWhen
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KING

Life, Death and Hip Hop

de Hau Latukefu, Christopher Riley ...

Narrado por Hau Latukefu ...

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9 hora 58 minutos

The son of first-generation Tongan immigrants, Hau drew on the legacy of his name (meaning 'King') to become one of the nation's most influential musical artists. But the best stories often come from the humblest beginnings. A promising junior rugby player, Hau decided in his teens to trade in the footy boots for Hammer pants, soaking up every bar and breakbeat of the new sound and culture ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

The son of first-generation Tongan immigrants, Hau drew on the legacy of his name (meaning 'King') to become one of the nation's most influential musical artists. But the best stories often come from the humblest beginnings. A promising junior rugby player, Hau decided in his teens to trade in the footy boots for Hammer pants, soaking up every bar and breakbeat of the new sound and culture
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This Bright Future

A Memoir

de Bobby Hall ...

Narrado por Bobby Hall ...

Completo

10 hora 11 minutos

The instant New York Times bestseller and “inspiring and vulnerable” (Trevor Noah) memoir from Bobby Hall, the multiplatinum recording artist known as Logic and the #1 bestselling author of Supermarket.This Bright Future is a raw and unfiltered journey into the life and mind of Bobby Hall, who emerged from the wreckage of a horrifically abusive childhood to become an era-defining artist of our ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

The instant New York Times bestseller and “inspiring and vulnerable” (Trevor Noah) memoir from Bobby Hall, the multiplatinum recording artist known as Logic and the #1 bestselling author of Supermarket.This Bright Future is a raw and unfiltered journey into the life and mind of Bobby Hall, who emerged from the wreckage of a horrifically abusive childhood to become an era-defining artist of our
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I Am Restored

How I Lost My Religion but Found My Faith

de Lecrae Moore ...

Narrado por LeCrae ...

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4 hora 19 minutos

Includes a bonus track featuring Lecrae's song "Still"!When the challenges you've faced threaten to destroy your life, how do you find your way back to the truths you thought you believed?I Am Restored tells the untold story of how Lecrae's past nearly ruined his future--until he learned that the wounds we carry can have the potential to be unlikely guides to healing and freedom for ourselves and ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Includes a bonus track featuring Lecrae's song "Still"!When the challenges you've faced threaten to destroy your life, how do you find your way back to the truths you thought you believed?I Am Restored tells the untold story of how Lecrae's past nearly ruined his future--until he learned that the wounds we carry can have the potential to be unlikely guides to healing and freedom for ourselves and
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It Was Always You: Secrets Behind True Connection

"Elevate your understanding of relationships! Access engaging audio lessons that uncover the truth about authentic connections."

de Cassian Verwood ...

Narrado por Alan Winnigton ...

Completo

2 hora 8 minutos

It Was Always You: Secrets Behind True Connection⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐Are you eager to deepen your understanding and build genuine relationships by uncovering the secrets behind true connection?Searching for a comprehensive resource that covers all the essential elements to help you navigate life's unexpected journeys?Your quest ends here!Thi... ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

It Was Always You: Secrets Behind True Connection⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐Are you eager to deepen your understanding and build genuine relationships by uncovering the secrets behind true connection?Searching for a comprehensive resource that covers all the essential elements to help you navigate life's unexpected journeys?Your quest ends here!Thi...
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First Things First

Hip-Hop Ladies Who Changed the Game

de Nadirah Simmons ...

Narrado por Nadirah Simmons ...

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8 hora 29 minutos

This enlightening book reframes the history of hip-hop—and this time, women are given credit for all their trailblazing achievements that have left an undeniable impact on music.FIRST THINGS FIRST, hip-hop is not just the music, and women have played a big role in shaping the way it looks today. FIRST THINGS FIRST takes readers on a journey through some notable firsts by women in hip-hop history ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

This enlightening book reframes the history of hip-hop—and this time, women are given credit for all their trailblazing achievements that have left an undeniable impact on music.FIRST THINGS FIRST, hip-hop is not just the music, and women have played a big role in shaping the way it looks today. FIRST THINGS FIRST takes readers on a journey through some notable firsts by women in hip-hop history
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Ruffhouse

From the Streets of Philly to the Top of the '90s Hip-Hop Charts

de Chris Schwartz, Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, Ms. Lauryn Hill ...

Narrado por Pete Simonelli, JD Jackson, Adenrele Ojo ...

Completo

6 hora 3 minutos

How Ruffhouse Records founder Chris Schwartz overcame poverty, abuse, and addiction to start one of the most pivotal labels in hip-hop history and launch the careers of some of music's biggest stars"All respect to Chris Schwartz. He is a great visionary."―NasAs a struggling musician trying to catch a break in 1980s Philadelphia, Chris Schwartz navigated the crime-infested, morally bankrupt music ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

How Ruffhouse Records founder Chris Schwartz overcame poverty, abuse, and addiction to start one of the most pivotal labels in hip-hop history and launch the careers of some of music's biggest stars"All respect to Chris Schwartz. He is a great visionary."―NasAs a struggling musician trying to catch a break in 1980s Philadelphia, Chris Schwartz navigated the crime-infested, morally bankrupt music
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Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah

de Kathy Iandoli ...

Narrado por Kathy Iandoli, Bahni Turpin ...

Completo

9 hora 9 minutos

**In a definitive and “excellent homage to a star who left this planet too soon” (Questlove), the life, career, tragic death, and evolution of Aaliyah into a music legend are explored—**now updated with new material featuring in-depth research and exclusive interviews.By twenty-two years old, Aaliyah had already accomplished a staggering amount: hit records, acclaimed acting roles, and fame that ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

**In a definitive and “excellent homage to a star who left this planet too soon” (Questlove), the life, career, tragic death, and evolution of Aaliyah into a music legend are explored—**now updated with new material featuring in-depth research and exclusive interviews.By twenty-two years old, Aaliyah had already accomplished a staggering amount: hit records, acclaimed acting roles, and fame that
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Split Decision

Life Stories

de Ice-T, Spike, Douglas Century ...

Narrado por Ice-T, Spike, Douglas Century ...

Completo

8 hora 53 minutos

Award-winning actor, rapper, and producer Ice-T unveils a compelling memoir of his early life robbing jewelry stores until he found fame and fortune—while a handful of bad choices sent his former crime partner down an incredibly different path.Ice-T rose to fame in the late 1980s, earning acclaim for his music before going on to enthrall television audiences as Odafin “Fin” Tutuola in Law & Order: ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Award-winning actor, rapper, and producer Ice-T unveils a compelling memoir of his early life robbing jewelry stores until he found fame and fortune—while a handful of bad choices sent his former crime partner down an incredibly different path.Ice-T rose to fame in the late 1980s, earning acclaim for his music before going on to enthrall television audiences as Odafin “Fin” Tutuola in Law & Order:
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From Pieces to Weight

Once Upon a Time in Southside Queens

de 50 Cent ...

Narrado por J.D. Williams ...

Abreviado

3 hora 27 minutos

In the New York Times bestseller From Pieces to Weight, rap mogul 50 Cent, a.k.a. Curtis Jackson, lifts the veil on his complicated life, from the murder of his mother when he was twelve, to hustling on the streets; from the assassination attempt that nearly finished him to his meteoric rise to the top of hip hop royalty.This violent and introspective memoir reveals not only 50 Cent's story but ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

In the New York Times bestseller From Pieces to Weight, rap mogul 50 Cent, a.k.a. Curtis Jackson, lifts the veil on his complicated life, from the murder of his mother when he was twelve, to hustling on the streets; from the assassination attempt that nearly finished him to his meteoric rise to the top of hip hop royalty.This violent and introspective memoir reveals not only 50 Cent's story but
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Vibrate Higher

A Rap Story

de Talib Kweli ...

Narrado por Talib Kweli ...

Completo

8 hora 31 minutos

**This program is read by the author.From one of the most lyrically gifted, socially conscious rappers of the past twenty years, Vibrate Higher is a firsthand account of hip-hop as a political force**Before Talib Kweli became a world-renowned hip hop artist, he was a Brooklyn kid who liked to cut class, spit rhymes, and wander the streets of Greenwich Village with a motley crew of artists, rappers ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

**This program is read by the author.From one of the most lyrically gifted, socially conscious rappers of the past twenty years, Vibrate Higher is a firsthand account of hip-hop as a political force**Before Talib Kweli became a world-renowned hip hop artist, he was a Brooklyn kid who liked to cut class, spit rhymes, and wander the streets of Greenwich Village with a motley crew of artists, rappers
... Leer más
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Unashamed

de Lecrae Moore ...

Completo

4 hora 17 minutos

If you live for people's acceptance, you'll die from their rejection. Two-time Grammy winning rap artist, Lecrae, learned this lesson through more than his share of adversity—childhood abuse, drugs and alcoholism, a stint in rehab, an abortion, and an unsuccessful suicide attempt. Along the way, Lecrae attained an unwavering faith in Jesus and began looking to God for affirmation. Now as a chart ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

If you live for people's acceptance, you'll die from their rejection. Two-time Grammy winning rap artist, Lecrae, learned this lesson through more than his share of adversity—childhood abuse, drugs and alcoholism, a stint in rehab, an abortion, and an unsuccessful suicide attempt. Along the way, Lecrae attained an unwavering faith in Jesus and began looking to God for affirmation. Now as a chart
... Leer más
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Swifty McVay Presents: The Seventh Star

The Autobiography Of Ondré Moore

de Swifty McVay ...

Narrado por Swifty McVay ...

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3 hora 3 minutos

The Seventh Star is a deeply personal, unflinching and unapologetic memoir that sheds light on an intense childhood spent on Detroit's notorious West 7 Mile, the pivotal role that the area's hip hop scene played, and the rise to national prominence Swifty McVay and his peers experienced after the massive mainstream success of the group D12.Ondre Moore, better known by his stage name Swift -- or ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

The Seventh Star is a deeply personal, unflinching and unapologetic memoir that sheds light on an intense childhood spent on Detroit's notorious West 7 Mile, the pivotal role that the area's hip hop scene played, and the rise to national prominence Swifty McVay and his peers experienced after the massive mainstream success of the group D12.Ondre Moore, better known by his stage name Swift -- or
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God Save the Queens

The Essential History of Women in Hip-Hop

de Kathy Iandoli ...

Narrado por Kathy Iandoli, Bahni Turpin ...

Completo

10 hora 7 minutos

Can’t Stop Won’t Stop meets Girls to the Front in this essential and long overdue history of hip-hop’s female pioneers and its enduring stars.Every history of hip-hop previously published, from Jeff Chang’s Can’t Stop Won’t Stop to Shea Serrano’s The Rap Yearbook, focuses primarily on men, glaringly omitting a thorough and respectful examination of the presence and contribution of the genre’s ... Leer más

$28.99 USD

Can’t Stop Won’t Stop meets Girls to the Front in this essential and long overdue history of hip-hop’s female pioneers and its enduring stars.Every history of hip-hop previously published, from Jeff Chang’s Can’t Stop Won’t Stop to Shea Serrano’s The Rap Yearbook, focuses primarily on men, glaringly omitting a thorough and respectful examination of the presence and contribution of the genre’s
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Hurricanes

A Memoir

de Rick Ross, Neil Martinez-Belkin ...

Narrado por Guy Lockard ...

Completo

5 hora 53 minutos

“A gripping journey.”—PeopleThe highly anticipated memoir from hip-hop icon Rick Ross chronicles his coming of age amid Miami’s crack epidemic, his star-studded controversies and his unstoppable rise to fame.Rick Ross is an indomitable presence in the music industry, but few people know his full story. Now, for the first time, Ross offers a vivid, dramatic and unexpectedly candid account of his ... Leer más

$23.99 USD

“A gripping journey.”—PeopleThe highly anticipated memoir from hip-hop icon Rick Ross chronicles his coming of age amid Miami’s crack epidemic, his star-studded controversies and his unstoppable rise to fame.Rick Ross is an indomitable presence in the music industry, but few people know his full story. Now, for the first time, Ross offers a vivid, dramatic and unexpectedly candid account of his
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Her Word Is Bond

Navigating Hip Hop and Relationships in a Culture of Misogyny

de Cristalle “Psalm One” Bowen ...

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10 hora 18 minutos

“Nowhere near famous but still infamous,” Psalm One is a legend to rap nerds, scholars, and “heads,” and has gone on to work with the brightest names in rap and have her work celebrated and taught around the globe. In Her Word Is Bond, Psalm One tells her own story, from growing up in Englewood, Chicago through her life as a chemist, teacher, and legendary rapper. Intrinsically feminist, this ... Leer más

$19.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

“Nowhere near famous but still infamous,” Psalm One is a legend to rap nerds, scholars, and “heads,” and has gone on to work with the brightest names in rap and have her work celebrated and taught around the globe. In Her Word Is Bond, Psalm One tells her own story, from growing up in Englewood, Chicago through her life as a chemist, teacher, and legendary rapper. Intrinsically feminist, this
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Rise of a Killah

de Ghostface Killah ...

Narrado por Landon Woodson ...

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5 hora 49 minutos

The story of the celebrated rapper and the iconic Wu-Tang Clan, told by one of its founding membersDennis Coles—aka Ghostface Killah—is a cofounder of the Wu-Tang Clan, a legendary hip-hop group that established itself by breaking all the rules, taking their music to the streets during the genre's golden era on a decade-long wave of releasing anthem after classic anthem, and serving as the ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

The story of the celebrated rapper and the iconic Wu-Tang Clan, told by one of its founding membersDennis Coles—aka Ghostface Killah—is a cofounder of the Wu-Tang Clan, a legendary hip-hop group that established itself by breaking all the rules, taking their music to the streets during the genre's golden era on a decade-long wave of releasing anthem after classic anthem, and serving as the
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Introducing George The Poet

Search Party: A Collection of Poems

de George the Poet ...

Narrado por George the Poet ...

Completo

1 horas 8 minutos

‘The title is Search Party – the idea being that we’re all out here looking for something, and my poems are my way of finding myself.’A young black poet blending spoken word and rap; an inner city upbringing with a Cambridge education; a social consciousness with a satirical wit and infectious rhythm – George The Poet is the voice of a new generation.Search Party is a thought-provoking and deeply ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

‘The title is Search Party – the idea being that we’re all out here looking for something, and my poems are my way of finding myself.’A young black poet blending spoken word and rap; an inner city upbringing with a Cambridge education; a social consciousness with a satirical wit and infectious rhythm – George The Poet is the voice of a new generation.Search Party is a thought-provoking and deeply
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Cardio Hip-Hop: Volume 3

Team Sweat

de Antonio Smith ...

Narrado por Smith Show Media Productions ...

Series series Team Sweat
Completo

56 minutos

Smith Show Media presents Cardio Hip-Hop: Volume 3 written by Antonio Smith. This collection of fitness music is perfectly mixed, set at just the right pace to help you perform a high-energy, body-moving workout. ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Smith Show Media presents Cardio Hip-Hop: Volume 3 written by Antonio Smith. This collection of fitness music is perfectly mixed, set at just the right pace to help you perform a high-energy, body-moving workout.
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Rap Dad

A Story of Family and the Subculture That Shaped a Generation

de Juan Vidal ...

Narrado por Juan Vidal ...

Completo

5 hora 52 minutos

This timely reflection on male identity in America that explores the intersection of fatherhood, race, and hip-hop culture “is a page-turner…drenched in history and encompasses the energy, fire, and passion that is hip-hop” (D. Watkins, New York Times bestselling author).Just as his music career was taking off, Juan Vidal received life-changing news: he’d soon be a father. Throughout his life, ... Leer más

$18.99 USD

This timely reflection on male identity in America that explores the intersection of fatherhood, race, and hip-hop culture “is a page-turner…drenched in history and encompasses the energy, fire, and passion that is hip-hop” (D. Watkins, New York Times bestselling author).Just as his music career was taking off, Juan Vidal received life-changing news: he’d soon be a father. Throughout his life,
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Grime Kids

The Inside Story of the Global Grime Takeover

de DJ Target ...

Narrado por DJ Target ...

Completo

7 hora 54 minutos

NOW A MAJOR BBC DRAMA, AVAILABLE TO WATCH ON BBC THREE NOW'An essential read for anyone with the slightest interest in the birth of Grime' The Wire'Sharp and nostalgic' The ObserverA group of kids in the 90s had a dream to make their voice heard - and this book documents their seminal impact on today's pop culture.DJ Target grew up in Bow under the shadow of Canary Wharf, with money looming... ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

NOW A MAJOR BBC DRAMA, AVAILABLE TO WATCH ON BBC THREE NOW'An essential read for anyone with the slightest interest in the birth of Grime' The Wire'Sharp and nostalgic' The ObserverA group of kids in the 90s had a dream to make their voice heard - and this book documents their seminal impact on today's pop culture.DJ Target grew up in Bow under the shadow of Canary Wharf, with money looming...
... Leer más
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Walk This Way

Run-DMC, Aerosmith, and the Song that Changed American Music Forever

de Geoff Edgers ...

Narrado por Geoff Edgers ...

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6 hora 51 minutos

Washington Post national arts reporter Geoff Edgers takes a deep dive into the story behind “Walk This Way,” Aerosmith and Run-DMC's legendary, groundbreaking mashup that forever changed music.The early 1980s were an exciting time for music. Hair metal bands were selling out stadiums, while clubs and house parties in New York City had spawned a new genre of music. At the time, though, hip hop's ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

Washington Post national arts reporter Geoff Edgers takes a deep dive into the story behind “Walk This Way,” Aerosmith and Run-DMC's legendary, groundbreaking mashup that forever changed music.The early 1980s were an exciting time for music. Hair metal bands were selling out stadiums, while clubs and house parties in New York City had spawned a new genre of music. At the time, though, hip hop's
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