Music Genre

My chosen genre is rap/hip-hop.

HISTORY

Hip hop as music and culture formed during the 1970s when block parties became increasingly popular in New York City, particularly among African American youth. The 1980s marked the diversification of hip hop as the genre developed more complex styles. Prior to the 1980s, hip hop music was largely confined within the context of the United States. However, during the 1980s, it began its spread and became a part of the music scene in dozens of countries. Greg Wilson was the first DJ to introduce electro hip hop to UK club audiences in the early 1980s. Rap is a growing genre within the music industry, which nowadays often address provocative subjects such as sex, violence and social-political issues.

ICONOGRAPHY

The iconography of this genre is that low angle shots can be used to show superiority and asserting authority. However; the iconic clothing that is used in the hip-hop/rap genre is typically hoodies, plain t-shirts and hats.

ARTISTS

There are many hip-hop/rap artists that are successful, it is becoming an increasingly popular genre with the public. Some artists are listed below:

EMINEM KENDRICK LAMAR

JAY-Z NICKI MINAJ

KANYE WEST SNOOP DOGG

50 CENT J COLE

DRAKE A$AP ROCKY

LIL-WAYNE IGGY AZALEA

2 CHAINZ CHANCE THE RAPPER