The discussion about the origins of Hip-Hop has reached a level of tribalism that honestly makes me 🤮. We need to stop talking about Hip-Hop from the context of racial and ethnic pride and start discussing our culture through the lens of economics (the struggle doesn’t GAF if

Finally about to jump into @DJROBSWIFT and Rasul A. Mowatt’s recent book “The City Of Hip-Hop”. Have been looking forward to reading this. #TheCityOfHipHop

While fans and practitioners today often view Hip-Hop as art and entertainment, I hope that The City of Hip-Hop will spark more meaningful dialogue because at the heart of this incredible culture lies a story of martyrdom. Pre-order here - https://t.co/PQnZTYZRGE

Hip-Hop is more than just a musical genre. It embodies an ethos that includes sound, word, dance, and art. After reading my book, *The City of Hip-Hop: New York City, The Bronx, and a Peace Meeting,* co-authored by Rasul Mowatt, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the

Rob Swift and Raul A. Mowatt Announce Release Date for The City of Hip-Hop: New York City, The Bronx, and a Peace Meeting https://t.co/Mzxd9GAzMx

I’m grateful for many things this Thanksgiving, including my family’s continued support and, of course, Rasul Mowatt for helping me get my first book published. But I’d be remiss if I didn’t extend that appreciation to my incredible year touring the country with my DJ partner in

The City of Hip-Hop is not just another book about Hip-Hop culture. It's a deep dive into the political and social conditions that spawned the art, dance, sound, and poetry. Pre-order it now at https://t.co/PQnZTYZRGE) and apply the code AFLY04 to receive a 20% discount.

Gun to your head, who are your top 3 most influential DJ crews? I can confidently say that the X-Ecutioners will be on that list. We are grateful to @respectthedjs_ for inviting us to their show. To watch the full episode, visit their YouTube channel: https://t.co/B22lew4Req

This book wasn't originally part of my career plans. I began writing it in March 2023, inspired by how Hip-Hop became a polarizing topic during last year's "Hip-Hop 50" celebration. I hope y’all find the info in it insightful. Thank you @RockTheBells. https://t.co/30O9B5Fdvp

Have you all noticed how the racist rhetoric in contemporary Hip-Hop has started to diminish over the last two years? It seemed to particularly fade this summer, around the time Joe Conzo served Tariq Nasheed, the fraudulent leader of the FBA disinformation movement, a cease and

In this excerpt from our lecture and Q&A at @MIT earlier this week, Rasul Mowatt and I discuss how the ingenuity that characterizes Hip-Hop is significantly influenced by the unique environment of New York City in the 1970s. #brolicarmydjschool #thecityofhiphop #routledge #mit

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Fat Beats represents my college days at Baruch.

When I was 11 years old, I would take the #7 train from 90th Street Elmhurst Ave in Jackson Heights, Queens, to Times Square in Manhattan to buy records at Music Factory. The train ride takes about 35 minutes one way.

DJ culture has since shifted from authenticity to lies and laziness. Many DJs now rely on machines to handle most, if not all, of the work while they merely tweak EQ knobs and pump their fists. To me, this is a form of creative plagiarism. #brolicarmydjschool #workshoparchives

Surprises are guaranteed to happen when you’re DJing live. This also applies to the button-pushing, pre-produced bs DJing we often see at festivals. From missed cues to technical glitches, the unexpected is part and parcel of the live performance experience. But what happens when

Politicians, pundits, and frauds exploit fear to legitimize their perceptions of people, places, and things. They primarily use social media to achieve this. Citizens, learn to discern.

We are all living on borrowed time on this planet, so instead of surrendering your sense of self to political figures like Donald Trump or Kamala Harris, look within as you navigate this Earth. Life challenges are inevitable, regardless of who is president.

In a recent interview on @wwoz_neworleans, I discussed conjunction as a key, albeit neglected, factor in why Hip-Hop exists. Hip-hop wasn't "created." It was triggered by certain conditions in the Bronx, NY, during the 1970s. If you're open-minded enough to learn more about my

As a member of the X-Men, I was eager to battle Clark and his team. However, as the leader of the Supermen, all @DJClarkKent wanted was to help the X-Men shape our careers as businessmen. Rest in peace.

Stop allowing politicians to scare you into keeping them in office. Neither the Donkeys nor the Elephants are your saviors. The entire political system, along with their media partners, is designed to keep you in a constant state of agitation because that’s how they profit.