The concise guide to hip-hop music
Subtitle: a fresh look at the art of hip-hop, from old-school beats to freestyle rap
By: Paul Edwards
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9781250034816
Subjects: Rap (Music); Analysis, appreciation; History and criticism
Description: In this comprehensive, accessible guide, Paul Edwards breaks down the difference between old school and new school, recaps the biggest influencers of the genre, and sets straight the myths and misconceptions of the artists and their music.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.

YA Childrens Plus, Inc.
Table of contents: title: What is hip-hop?; title: Hip-hop music appreciation; title: Debunking hip-hop myths; title: Influential rappers; title: Influential beatmakers; title: Hip-hop instruments; title: Old school/new school; title: The golden age of hip-hop; title: Landmark albums in hip-hop history.