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Beastie Boys Book

by Michael Diamond, Adam Horovitz ...

Narrated by Michael Diamond, Adam Horovitz, Various ...

Unabridged

12 hours 41 min

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A panoramic experience that tells the story of Beastie Boys, a book as unique as the band itself—by band members ADROCK and Mike D, with contributions from Amy Poehler, Colson Whitehead, Wes Anderson, Luc Sante, and more.The inspiration for the Emmy-nominated Apple TV+ “live documentary” Beastie Boys Story, directed by Spike JonzeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE ... Read more

$25.00 USD

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A panoramic experience that tells the story of Beastie Boys, a book as unique as the band itself—by band members ADROCK and Mike D, with contributions from Amy Poehler, Colson Whitehead, Wes Anderson, Luc Sante, and more.The inspiration for the Emmy-nominated Apple TV+ “live documentary” Beastie Boys Story, directed by Spike JonzeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE
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Dilla Time

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

by Dan Charnas ...

Narrated by Dan Charnas ...

Unabridged

14 hours 52 min

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... ... Read more

$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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Tupac Shakur

The Authorized Biography

by Staci Robinson ...

Narrated by Staci Robinson, Jamal Joseph ...

Unabridged

14 hours 6 min

The authorized biography of the legendary artist, Tupac Shakur, a “touching, empathetic portrait” (The New York Times) of his life and powerful legacy, including mementos, handwritten poetry, musings, and moreArtist, poet, actor, revolutionary, legendTupac Shakur is one of the greatest and most controversial artists of all time. More than a quarter of a century after his tragic death in 1996 at ... Read more

$22.99 USD

The authorized biography of the legendary artist, Tupac Shakur, a “touching, empathetic portrait” (The New York Times) of his life and powerful legacy, including mementos, handwritten poetry, musings, and moreArtist, poet, actor, revolutionary, legendTupac Shakur is one of the greatest and most controversial artists of all time. More than a quarter of a century after his tragic death in 1996 at
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The Big Payback

The History of the Business of Hip-Hop

by Dan Charnas ...

Narrated by Kevin R. Free ...

Unabridged

26 hours 43 min

An original journalist for The Source, Dan Charnas built a celebrated career in the rap industry. In The Big Payback, he chronicles the rise of the hip-hop culture and shows how it became so powerful in a matter of decades. Charnas also profiles many of the movers and shakers in this burgeoning cultural movement, offering unprecedented access to an industry that continues to shake the globe. ... Read more

$35.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An original journalist for The Source, Dan Charnas built a celebrated career in the rap industry. In The Big Payback, he chronicles the rise of the hip-hop culture and shows how it became so powerful in a matter of decades. Charnas also profiles many of the movers and shakers in this burgeoning cultural movement, offering unprecedented access to an industry that continues to shake the globe.
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Hurricanes

A Memoir

by Rick Ross, Neil Martinez-Belkin ...

Narrated by Guy Lockard ...

Unabridged

5 hours 53 min

“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 ... Read more

$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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The Gospel According to DMX

(Foreword by Rakim)

by DMX ...

Unabridged

2 hours 30 min

A posthumous book from hip-hop legend DMX that brings readers into the heart of his faith—a raw, redemptive collection of prayers and never-before-seen spiritual writings revealing the struggle and hope behind one of music’s most uncompromising voices. Authorized by the Estate of Earl “DMX” Simmons and carefully curated by co-administrators Desiree Lindstrom and Sasha Simmons, and featuring a ... Read more

$15.99 USD

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A posthumous book from hip-hop legend DMX that brings readers into the heart of his faith—a raw, redemptive collection of prayers and never-before-seen spiritual writings revealing the struggle and hope behind one of music’s most uncompromising voices. Authorized by the Estate of Earl “DMX” Simmons and carefully curated by co-administrators Desiree Lindstrom and Sasha Simmons, and featuring a
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A Sacred Storm

When God Speaks through Radical Disruption

by Christopher Michael Jones ...

Narrated by Christopher Michael Jones ...

Unabridged

7 hours 39 min

Christopher Michael Jones shares the parallel wisdom learned from the worlds of hip hop and church: the good news of “Can’t stop, won’t stop” preached by hip hop in the ashes of Reagan-era turbulence, and the good news of God’s faithfulness to teach resilience in the wake of radical disruption."I was pulled back to a time when black youth and young adults like Biggie and I expressed our creative ... Read more

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Christopher Michael Jones shares the parallel wisdom learned from the worlds of hip hop and church: the good news of “Can’t stop, won’t stop” preached by hip hop in the ashes of Reagan-era turbulence, and the good news of God’s faithfulness to teach resilience in the wake of radical disruption."I was pulled back to a time when black youth and young adults like Biggie and I expressed our creative
... Read more
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Inner City Pressure

The Story of Grime

by Dan Hancox ...

Narrated by Ash Hunter ...

Unabridged

10 hours 51 min

A GUARDIAN, OBSERVER, PITCHFORK, NPR, METRO AND HERALD SCOTLAND BEST MUSIC BOOK OF 2018‘The definitive grime biography’ NME’A landmark genre history’ PitchforkThis audiobook is narrated by Ash Hunter, stage and screen actor who is currently playing Hamilton in the West End production of the musical.The year 2000. As Britain celebrates t... ... Read more

$27.99 USD

A GUARDIAN, OBSERVER, PITCHFORK, NPR, METRO AND HERALD SCOTLAND BEST MUSIC BOOK OF 2018‘The definitive grime biography’ NME’A landmark genre history’ PitchforkThis audiobook is narrated by Ash Hunter, stage and screen actor who is currently playing Hamilton in the West End production of the musical.The year 2000. As Britain celebrates t...
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Trip-Hop

Genre: A 33 1/3 Series

by R.J. Wheaton ...

Narrated by Adam Sims ...

Series series Genre: A 33 1/3 Series
Unabridged

5 hours

Bloomsbury presents Trip-Hop by RJ Wheaton, read by Adam Sims.Trip-hop described some of the 1990s’ best music, and it was one of the decade’s most revealing bad ideas. This book chronicles the music and its leading artists, packed with recommended listening, essential tracks, great remixes, and under-recognized albums.“Your playlists will soon be overflowing.” - Spectrum CultureThe music itself ... Read more

$22.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents Trip-Hop by RJ Wheaton, read by Adam Sims.Trip-hop described some of the 1990s’ best music, and it was one of the decade’s most revealing bad ideas. This book chronicles the music and its leading artists, packed with recommended listening, essential tracks, great remixes, and under-recognized albums.“Your playlists will soon be overflowing.” - Spectrum CultureThe music itself
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Empire State of Mind

How Jay-Z Went From Street Corner to Corner Office

by Zack O'Malley Greenburg ...

Narrated by Mirron Willis ...

Unabridged

6 hours 57 min

Now updated and revised—from a Forbes senior editor, a compelling portrait of American rapper Jay Z and his rise from the Brooklyn projects to the top of the business world.Only a handful of people embody the legacy of hip-hop and entrepreneurship like Jay Z. A modern-day King Midas, everything he touches—sports bars, streaming services, record labels, and cognac—turns to gold. How exactly did he ... Read more

$15.99 USD

Now updated and revised—from a Forbes senior editor, a compelling portrait of American rapper Jay Z and his rise from the Brooklyn projects to the top of the business world.Only a handful of people embody the legacy of hip-hop and entrepreneurship like Jay Z. A modern-day King Midas, everything he touches—sports bars, streaming services, record labels, and cognac—turns to gold. How exactly did he
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Raw

My Journey into the Wu-Tang

by Lamont "U-God" Hawkins ...

Narrated by Lamont "U-God" Hawkins ...

Unabridged

8 hours 58 min

A PERFECT COMPANION READ TO THE SHOWTIME DOCUMENTARY, WU-TANG CLAN: OF MICS AND MEN**The explosive, never-before-told story behind the historic rise of the Wu-Tang Clan, as told by one of its founding members, Lamont "U-God" Hawkins.“It’s time to write down not only my legacy, but the story of nine dirt-bomb street thugs who took our everyday life—scrappin’ and hustlin’ and tryin’ to survive in ... Read more

$22.99 USD

A PERFECT COMPANION READ TO THE SHOWTIME DOCUMENTARY, WU-TANG CLAN: OF MICS AND MEN**The explosive, never-before-told story behind the historic rise of the Wu-Tang Clan, as told by one of its founding members, Lamont "U-God" Hawkins.“It’s time to write down not only my legacy, but the story of nine dirt-bomb street thugs who took our everyday life—scrappin’ and hustlin’ and tryin’ to survive in
... Read more
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Rap Manuskript

Handbuch zum Rappen, Reimen, Texte Schreiben

by Lingo the Poet ...

Narrated by Lingo the Poet ...

Unabridged

2 hours 56 min

Die ultimative Anleitung und Inspiration für alle kreativen HipHop Fans, die ihre Lyrics und Rap Skills verbessern wollen oder von Grund auf erlernen möchten. Dabei helfen dir eigens konzipierte Systematiken vom erfahrenen Rap-Coach Lingo, wie das Picasso-Prinzip, die Sherlock-Methode oder die heilige Dreispaltigkeit. Viele musikalische Rap-Beispiele und unkonventionelle Parabeln machen diesen ... Read more

$11.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Die ultimative Anleitung und Inspiration für alle kreativen HipHop Fans, die ihre Lyrics und Rap Skills verbessern wollen oder von Grund auf erlernen möchten. Dabei helfen dir eigens konzipierte Systematiken vom erfahrenen Rap-Coach Lingo, wie das Picasso-Prinzip, die Sherlock-Methode oder die heilige Dreispaltigkeit. Viele musikalische Rap-Beispiele und unkonventionelle Parabeln machen diesen
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HUSTLE HARMONIES ~ BLOOD TIES: WALL STREET THUG CHRONICLES

PILLOW TALK AND THE POWER OF LOVE

by LYRIC HAWKINS ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series Audiobook 5 - WALL STREET THUG CHRONICLES
Unabridged

11 hours 20 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.HUSTLE HARMONIES: BLOOD TIESWALL STREET THUG CHRONICLES PILLOW TALK AND THE POWER OF LOVELYRICS THAT FLOW OVER A TIGHT BEAT CREATE BLOOD TIES…Embark on an unforgettable poetic journey through the heart of urban life with Lyric Hawkins, "Hustle Harmonies: Blood Ties". This lyrical masterpiece blends the pulse of the streets with the ambit... ... Read more

$19.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.HUSTLE HARMONIES: BLOOD TIESWALL STREET THUG CHRONICLES PILLOW TALK AND THE POWER OF LOVELYRICS THAT FLOW OVER A TIGHT BEAT CREATE BLOOD TIES…Embark on an unforgettable poetic journey through the heart of urban life with Lyric Hawkins, "Hustle Harmonies: Blood Ties". This lyrical masterpiece blends the pulse of the streets with the ambit...
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Raps of Resistance

How Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole Reignited a Hip-Hop Tradition

by Jeremy C. McCool, Earl Hopkins ...

Narrated by Greg Lockett ...

Unabridged

8 hours 2 min

Bloomsbury presents Raps of Resistance by Jeremy C. McCool and Earl Hopkins, read by Greg LockettKendrick Lamar and J. Cole blazed paths that salvaged socially conscious rap at a pivotal time in history.Conscious rap, a subgenre of hip-hop music that engages in dialogue about social and political issues and often challenges systems of oppression, ascended with pioneers like Grandmaster Flash and ... Read more

$27.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents Raps of Resistance by Jeremy C. McCool and Earl Hopkins, read by Greg LockettKendrick Lamar and J. Cole blazed paths that salvaged socially conscious rap at a pivotal time in history.Conscious rap, a subgenre of hip-hop music that engages in dialogue about social and political issues and often challenges systems of oppression, ascended with pioneers like Grandmaster Flash and
... Read more
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FBI War on Tupac Shakur, The

The State Repression of Black Leaders from the Civil Rights Era to the 1990s

by John Potash ...

Narrated by Christopher Hampton ...

Unabridged

7 hours 17 min

Since the first day after the tragedy was announced, controversy has surrounded the death of rap and cultural icon Tupac Shakur. In this work, preeminent researcher on the topic, John Potash, puts forward his own theories of the events leading up to and following the murder in this meticulously researched and exhaustive account of the story. Never before has there been such a detailed and shocking ... Read more

$22.99 USD

Since the first day after the tragedy was announced, controversy has surrounded the death of rap and cultural icon Tupac Shakur. In this work, preeminent researcher on the topic, John Potash, puts forward his own theories of the events leading up to and following the murder in this meticulously researched and exhaustive account of the story. Never before has there been such a detailed and shocking
... Read more
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The Autobiography of Gucci Mane

by Gucci Mane, Neil Martinez-Belkin ...

Narrated by Guy Lockard ...

Unabridged

6 hours 29 min

The New York Times bestselling memoir from legendary rapper Gucci Mane spares no detail in this “cautionary tale that ends in triumph” (GQ).For the first time, Gucci Mane tells his extraordinary life story in his own words. It’s “as wild, unpredictable, and fascinating as the man himself” (Complex).The platinum-selling trap pioneer began writing this remarkable autobiography while serving time in ... Read more

$19.99 USD

The New York Times bestselling memoir from legendary rapper Gucci Mane spares no detail in this “cautionary tale that ends in triumph” (GQ).For the first time, Gucci Mane tells his extraordinary life story in his own words. It’s “as wild, unpredictable, and fascinating as the man himself” (Complex).The platinum-selling trap pioneer began writing this remarkable autobiography while serving time in
... Read more
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Changes

An Oral History of Tupac Shakur

by Sheldon Pearce ...

Narrated by Ashton Grooms, Aden Hakimi, Cary Hite, JD Jackson, Guy Lockard, Robin Miles, Leon Nixon, Fred Sanders, Jackie Sanders, Heather Alicia Simms, Pete Simonelli, Landon Woodson ...

Unabridged

7 hours 36 min

A New Yorker writer’s intimate, revealing account of Tupac Shakur’s life and legacy, timed to the fiftieth anniversary of his birth and twenty-fifth anniversary of his death.In the summer of 2020, Tupac Shakur’s single “Changes” became an anthem for the worldwide protests against the murder of George Floyd. The song became so popular, in fact, it was vaulted back onto the iTunes charts more than ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A New Yorker writer’s intimate, revealing account of Tupac Shakur’s life and legacy, timed to the fiftieth anniversary of his birth and twenty-fifth anniversary of his death.In the summer of 2020, Tupac Shakur’s single “Changes” became an anthem for the worldwide protests against the murder of George Floyd. The song became so popular, in fact, it was vaulted back onto the iTunes charts more than
... Read more
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Hip-Hop Is History

by Questlove ...

Narrated by Questlove ...

Unabridged

11 hours 20 min

Recorded at the legendary Electric Lady Studios in New York City, the audiobook features narration and storytelling by Questlove, who expertly weaves together a rich sonic tapestry of hip-hop tales large and small, well-known and obscure. From hearing “Rapper’s Delight” for the first time in 1979 to directing and producing the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop for the 2023 GRAMMYs, Questlove guides ... Read more

$26.99 USD

Recorded at the legendary Electric Lady Studios in New York City, the audiobook features narration and storytelling by Questlove, who expertly weaves together a rich sonic tapestry of hip-hop tales large and small, well-known and obscure. From hearing “Rapper’s Delight” for the first time in 1979 to directing and producing the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop for the 2023 GRAMMYs, Questlove guides
... Read more
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It Starts with One

The Legend and Legacy of Linkin Park

by Jason Lipshutz ...

Narrated by Jason Lipshutz, James Fouhey, Helen Laser ...

Unabridged

11 hours 42 min

From the executive director of music at Billboard, an extensive look inside the 20+ year career of mega-selling rock band Linkin Park, featuring new interviews, exclusive quotes, and insights from the band’s associates and collaboratorsLinkin Park is one of the 21st Century’s biggest, and most important, rock bands. All it takes is one quick glance at the numbers— 11 Top 40 hits on the Hot 100 and ... Read more

$27.99 USD

From the executive director of music at Billboard, an extensive look inside the 20+ year career of mega-selling rock band Linkin Park, featuring new interviews, exclusive quotes, and insights from the band’s associates and collaboratorsLinkin Park is one of the 21st Century’s biggest, and most important, rock bands. All it takes is one quick glance at the numbers— 11 Top 40 hits on the Hot 100 and
... Read more
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From the Streets of Shaolin

The Wu-Tang Saga

by S. H. Fernando Jr. ...

Narrated by S. H. Fernando Jr., Clarke Peters ...

Unabridged

17 hours 27 min

This definitive biography of rap supergroup, Wu-Tang Clan, features decades of unpublished interviews and unparalleled access to members of the group and their associates.This is the definitive biography of rap supergroup and cultural icons, Wu-Tang Clan (WTC). Heralded as one of the most influential groups in modern music—hip hop or otherwise—WTC created a rap dynasty on the strength of seven ... Read more

$38.99 USD

This definitive biography of rap supergroup, Wu-Tang Clan, features decades of unpublished interviews and unparalleled access to members of the group and their associates.This is the definitive biography of rap supergroup and cultural icons, Wu-Tang Clan (WTC). Heralded as one of the most influential groups in modern music—hip hop or otherwise—WTC created a rap dynasty on the strength of seven
... Read more
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History of Gangster Rap, The

From Schoolly D to Kendrick Lamar, the Rise of a Great American Art Form

by Soren Baker, Xzibit ...

Narrated by Soren Baker, James Shippy ...

Unabridged

11 hours 25 min

The History of Gangster Rap is a deep dive into one of the most fascinating subgenres of any music category to date. Sixteen detailed chapters, organized chronologically, examine the evolution of gangster rap, its main players, and the culture that created this revolutionary music. From still-swirling conspiracy theories about the murders of Biggie and Tupac to the release of the 2015 film ... Read more

$29.99 USD

The History of Gangster Rap is a deep dive into one of the most fascinating subgenres of any music category to date. Sixteen detailed chapters, organized chronologically, examine the evolution of gangster rap, its main players, and the culture that created this revolutionary music. From still-swirling conspiracy theories about the murders of Biggie and Tupac to the release of the 2015 film
... Read more
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The Ballad of Teena Marie

Life, Music, and Soul Across the American Color Line

by Joshua Gamson ...

Unabridged

8 hours 30 min

The improbable rise of Teena Marie, the white queen of soul who without ever being accused of cultural appropriation, defied genre, transcended race, and left a catalogue of music that is still adored today.This book unravels the enduring mystery of Teena Marie—a once-in-a-generation R&B and soul powerhouse who defied every expectation placed on her. A white artist who found her true home in Black ... Read more

$26.99 USD

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The improbable rise of Teena Marie, the white queen of soul who without ever being accused of cultural appropriation, defied genre, transcended race, and left a catalogue of music that is still adored today.This book unravels the enduring mystery of Teena Marie—a once-in-a-generation R&B and soul powerhouse who defied every expectation placed on her. A white artist who found her true home in Black
... Read more
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Guide to Underground American Rap, A: Inside the Hidden Scenes, DIY Hustle, and Raw Voices Reshaping Hip-Hop

by Adrian Cole ...

Narrated by Adrian Cole ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Escape algorithmic playlists and uncover the gritty DIY hustle fueling authentic underground hip-hop. Whether you are powering through a long commute or settling in for a focused deep listening session, this high-energy journey takes you far beyond major label machinery. Step into the dive venues, bedroom studios, and crowded open mics where the true sound of American rap is being reinvented daily ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Escape algorithmic playlists and uncover the gritty DIY hustle fueling authentic underground hip-hop. Whether you are powering through a long commute or settling in for a focused deep listening session, this high-energy journey takes you far beyond major label machinery. Step into the dive venues, bedroom studios, and crowded open mics where the true sound of American rap is being reinvented daily
... Read more
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No Sense in Wishing

Essays on Black Music, Belonging, and Baltimore

by Lawrence Burney ...

Narrated by Lawrence Burney ...

Unabridged

7 hours 8 min

A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker * Kirkus Reviews“Earnest and engaging.” —The New YorkerA personal and analytical essay collection from culture critic Lawrence Burney that is a personal and analytical look at his home city of Baltimore, music from throughout the global Black diaspora, and the traditions that raised him.There are moments in our lives when we discover an artist, an al... ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker * Kirkus Reviews“Earnest and engaging.” —The New YorkerA personal and analytical essay collection from culture critic Lawrence Burney that is a personal and analytical look at his home city of Baltimore, music from throughout the global Black diaspora, and the traditions that raised him.There are moments in our lives when we discover an artist, an al...
... Read more

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