’80s Hip-Hop: Commercialization and the Global Market
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You’ll explore how hip-hop went from a local scene to a global culture.
What happens
You’ll look at landmark hits of the 80s, the transformation of the culture and its visual code, and the significance of that decade in hip-hop history.
Who leads it
The lecture series is presented by Лайтовый and Red Bull friends.
Good to know
Admission is free; donations are welcome.
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The series covers hip-hop history, from its African roots to the global stage. Other lectures explore the 80s, 90s and 00s, the coastal rivalry and hip-hop’s move into the mainstream, rap as literature, and how technology has changed the sound. Together, they paint a complete picture of hip-hop’s origins and its continued relevance.
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