The Values of Independent Hip-Hop in the Post-Golden Era
Vito, Christopher![The Values of Independent Hip-Hop in the Post-Golden Era](https://support.digitalhusky.com/media/annotations/sorted/350/35065992/CHSBZCOP0335065992.jpg)
Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, this book uncovers the historical trajectory of U.S. independent hip-hop in the post-golden era, seeking to understand its complex relationship to mainstream hip-hop culture and U.S. culture more generally. Christopher Vito analyzes the lyrics of indie hip-hop albums from 2000-2013 to uncover the dominant ideologies of independent artists regarding race, class, gender, sexual orientation, and social change. ...