AFAS 301 - Politics of Hip Hop

Institution:

Drexel University

Subject:

Africana Studies

Description:

This class in an interdisciplinary, socio-historical introduction to rap music and hip hop culture. Several themes will be explored including the origins of rap music as well as the role of urban youth and their notions of race and gender. Record industry practices will also be investigated together with the impact of commercialism on hip hop. We will also consider sexism, misogyny, and violence in both the music and culture.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Not repeatable for credit.

Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.drexel.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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