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How to Rap: The Art and Science of the Hip-Hop MC [Paperback]

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  • Category: Books (Music)
  • Author:  Edwards, Paul
  • Author:  Edwards, Paul
  • ISBN-10:  1556528167
  • ISBN-10:  1556528167
  • ISBN-13:  9781556528163
  • ISBN-13:  9781556528163
  • Publisher:  Chicago Review Press
  • Publisher:  Chicago Review Press
  • Pages:  352
  • Pages:  352
  • Binding:  Paperback
  • Binding:  Paperback
  • Pub Date:  01-Jul-2009
  • Pub Date:  01-Jul-2009
  • SKU:  1556528167-11-SPLV
  • SKU:  1556528167-11-SPLV
  • Item ID: 100079033
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Clipse, Cypress Hill, Nelly, Public Enemy, Remy Ma, Schoolly D, A Tribe Called Quest, will.i.am—these are just some of the acclaimed artists offering tips and advice in this compelling how-to. Delivering countless candid and exclusive first-person insights from interviews with more than one hundred of the most innovative artists, author Paul Edwards examines the dynamics of rap from every region and in every form--mainstream and underground, current and classic—and covers everything from content and flow to rhythm and delivery. A first-of-its-kind guide,How to Rapprovides a wealth of insight and rapping lore that will benefit beginners and pros alike.

How useful, amid the rain-forest-worrying deluge of books written on hip-hop theory and culture, that Paul Edwards has taken a straightforward, reasoned and informed approach to discussing the actual mechanics of rapping.How To Raplooks at that art form by unknotting its components--content, style, delivery and, most intriguingly, its spatial alliance with music and beats--and uses practical examples for context and analysis. Aspiring MCs will benefit most, but there are insights and observations that will appeal to anyone with an interest in hip-hop’s development.  —Alex Ogg, author,The Hip Hop Years, The Men Behind Def Jam, Rap Lyrics

A clever breakdown of the art form of hip-hop rhymes, for anyone who is into the art of incredible raps. It's about time someone actually recognized this powerful music for its artistic ingenuity.  —Speech, Arrested Development

  A complete guide to the art and craft of the MC, anyone who's serious about becoming a rapper should read this first. Proof positive that rap is more than just talking over music - a vital and vibl3+

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