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Hip Hop Family Tree Book 3: 1983-1984

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Hip Hop Family Tree Book 3: 1983-1984 by Ed Piskor continues the acclaimed graphic novel series, chronicling the rise of hip-hop's defining artists and moments. This volume features RUN-DMC's ascent to fame and introduces iconic acts like Whodini, The Fat Boys, Slick Rick, and Doug E. Fresh. It covers the Beastie Boys forming as a rap group and the seminal meeting of Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons that led to Def Jam Records. Key cultural highlights include the TV pilot for Graffiti Rock and documentaries like Style Wars and Breakin' and Enterin', capturing the explosive early years of the genre.
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This graphic novel is ideal for fans of hip-hop culture and music history, as well as readers who enjoy richly detailed nonfiction comics and graphic storytelling. It suits enthusiasts keen on exploring the origins of influential music movements and those appreciating retro comic art styles.

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The third volume of the popular webcomic tells the true story of hip-hoppers The Beastie Boys, Run DMC, The Fat Boys, and many more.

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Ed Piskor's acclaimed graphic novel series continues! Hip Hop Family Tree Book 3: 1983-1984 highlights RUN-DMC's rise to fame and introduces unassailable acts like Whodini, The Fat Boys, Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh.

The Beastie Boys became a rap group and Rick Rubin meets Russell Simmons to form Def Jam. The famous TV pilot to the dance show Graffiti Rock and the documentaries Style Wars and Breakin' and Enterin' are all highlighted in this volume spanning 1983 - 1984.

Piskor continues to deliver the goods in this comprehensive history of hip-hop!

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Critics have praised Piskor's work for its in-depth character development and unique artistic style, elevating this history of hip-hop beyond typical sports or music biographies. Reviews call the series exhaustive, lovingly rendered, and electric, capturing the energy of hip-hop’s formative era. Commentators highlight it as an incredible achievement in nonfiction comics, comparing its narrative style to 1980s Marvel comics and noting its cultural significance in preserving hip-hop history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781606998489

Publisher: Fantagraphics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Fantagraphics

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 233.0mm

Height: 338.0mm

Weight: 534g

Pages: 114

About the Author

Ed Piskor (1982-2024) was the New York Times bestselling creator of Hip Hop Family Tree and X-Men: Grand Design as well as the co-conspirator behind the YouTube channel sensation, Cartoonist Kayfabe.

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