Classic Albums and “Golden Eras”: The History of the Hip Hop Canon (w/ Dart Adams)

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In this marathon episode, I speak to Boston writer and hip hop historian Dart Adams about the history of the hip hop canon starting from the early days of recorded old school classics through the mainstream/underground schism of the late 90s and beyond. We talk about the development of the rap album as a serious artistic form and how Dart defines the 2 "golden eras" of hip hop.

Dart's contribution here is nothing short of a hip hop history lesson, with meticulous references to the many popular and unsung artists that defined the 80s and 90s, as well as some of the lesser known underground greats of the 21st Century. We touch on the music business, mass media, hip hop journalism, and the competitive spirit that spawned countless classic hip hop albums.

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Classic Albums and "Golden Eras": The History of the Hip Hop Canon (w/ Dart Adams)
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