Breaks in the Air: The Birth of Rap Radio in New York City

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Book Synopsis: In Breaks in the Air John Klaess tells the story of rap’s emergence on New York City’s airwaves by examining how artists and broadcasters adapted hip hop’s performance culture to radio. Initially, artists and DJs brought their live practice to radio by buying time on low-bandwidth community stations and building new communities around their shows. Later, stations owned by New York’s African American elite, such as WBLS, reluctantly began airing rap even as they pursued a sound rooted in respectability, urban sophistication, and polish. At the same time, large commercial stations like WRKS programmed rap once it became clear that the music attracted a demographic that was valuable to advertisers. Moving between intimate portraits of single radio shows and broader examinations of the legal, financial, cultural, and political forces that indelibly shaped the sound of rap radio, Klaess shows how early rap radio provides a lens through which to better understand the development of rap music as well as the intertwined histories of sounds, institutions, communities, and legal formations that converged in the post-Civil Rights era.

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Immerse yourself in the fascinating story of rap's rise to prominence on New York City's airwaves with Breaks in the Air: The Birth of Rap Radio in New York City. Author John Klaess delves deep into the evolution of hip hop's performance culture on radio, showcasing how artists and DJs revolutionized the medium. Discover how rap music found its voice on both underground community stations and mainstream outlets, creating a seismic shift in the city's musical landscape.

Experience the birth of a cultural revolution as you delve into the pages of Breaks in the Air. Witness the groundbreaking journey of early rap radio pioneers who paved the way for a genre that would go on to dominate the airwaves worldwide. With a blend of captivating storytelling and insightful analysis, this book offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of music, culture, and community in 1980s New York City.

Dive into the world of rap radio with Breaks in the Air and unlock a treasure trove of untold stories and behind-the-scenes insights. From the struggles and triumphs of pioneering artists to the cultural and political forces at play, this book sheds light on the dynamic forces that shaped rap music as we know it today. Don't miss your chance to be part of this groundbreaking journey through the birth of a musical revolution.

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