How To Rap: The Art And Science Of The Hip-Hop MC
[Utamaru (Rhymester)] “I tried to investigate / systematize the” wrapping technology “that everyone basically refined in their own way, in a concrete, comprehensive, and cross-cutting manner. There must have been no example yet. Not only is it a how-to book with lots of fun details, but it’s also overwhelmingly thrilling as a first-class historical material that approaches the unknown essence of hip-hop culture! ”
[DJ Rasta Root (Producer, Smokin Needles)] “A must-have guide for anyone who wants to understand the blood, sweat, and tears shed for the art of MC.”
[Hip-Hop Connection Magazine] “A complete guidebook on the art and technology of rap. If you really want to be a rapper, read this first!”
OVER 100 ACCLAIMED RAPPERS WERE INTERVIEWED EXCLUSIVELY FOR ‘HOW TO RAP’ INCLUDING : A TRIBE CALLED QUEST / BLACK EYED PEAS / NELLY / MOBB DEEP / PUBLIC ENEMY / DJ QUIK / E-40 / ROYCE DA 5’9’’ / JURASSIC 5 / BOOT CAMP CLIK / DILATED PEOPLES / TWISTA / BIG DADDY KANE / N.O.R.E. / CYPRESS HILL / PHAROAHE MONCH / DAVID BANNER / ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT / THE PHARCYDE | AND INSIGHTS FROM THE INTERVIEWED RAPPERS INTO THE WORK OF : EMINEM / JAY-Z / OUTKAST / 2PAC / NOTORIOUS B.I.G. / KRS-ONE / DR. DRE / RAKIM / SNOOP DOGG / REDMAN
Q-Tip, Smihun Wesson, Nelly, Chuck D, Remy Ma, Schoolly D, will.i.am … Interview with more than 100 other rappers and give their candid and exclusive opinions directly Practical rap textbook. “HOW TO RAP” examines the dynamics of hip-hop, from mainstream to underground, from current works to classical music, all rhythms and limes, content and delivery. This book, the first attempt in hip-hop history, conveys a wealth of insight and rap knowledge from beginners to professionals!
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Road Jammer, Brand Nubian
“Hip-hop is one of the most influential genres in the world. We should sell ideas to change the world to a better place, but with hip-hop we bring every product to everyone. I’m selling it. It can actually be used to “make a difference”. ”
【profile】
Paul Edwards
He holds a master’s degree in postmodernism, literature and contemporary culture from the University of London. He extensively researches rappers and their creative processes and music theory.
Kool G Rap
MC who has a great influence in hip hop. Eminem, JAY-Z, Big Pun, RA The Rugged Man and many other rappers have professed their influence. A regular on the “Greatest MC” list, he has co-starred with Eminem, Nas, AZ, Mobb Deep, Basta Rhymes, Big L, Ghostface Killah, Canibus and many more.
Minako Ikejo
Since he was a student at Seikei University, he has been involved in music for managing events, and after editing “Reggae Magazine”, he moved to the United States. Immediately after, he started contributing to music magazines and became a freelance writer specializing in hip-hop / R & B / reggae in 1998. Covers artists, reports live, writes liner notes, translates, and coordinates CDs. Lives in New York.
