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The Life and Times of the Backpack
Backpacks are one of those accessories that no matter who you are, how old you are, or where you're from, you can find one perfect for you. They come in so many shapes and styles making them a unique accessory. In hip hop, the backpack has become a necessity for rappers. There has even been a genre created called "Backpack Rap" dedicated to the backpackers. Let's take a look at the history of the Backpack in Hip Hop.The backpack originally used for students' school supplies, has far expanded pas
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Jul 25th 2018
Fashion & Hip Hop: A Lifelong Friendship
Since the birth of hip hop in the late 70s, fashion has played a major role in its existence. Over the years, fashion in hip hop has changed, evolved, and has even repeated itself in some cases. Starting from the very beginning, here is a time line of the bond and relationship between the two best friends: Fashion and Hip Hop.The Late 70s/ Early 80s- The Intro Pioneers of hip hop such as Grandmaster Flash
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Jul 6th 2018
NO NEW FRIENDS: A LOOK AT RAPPERS THAT PUT THEIR LONGTIME FRIENDS ON.
No New FriendsIt only makes sense that when you “make it” you put your friends on too so, in honor of International Friendship Day, we’ve decided to take a look at a few of the most recognized friendships in Hip-Hop. Speci
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Jul 31st 2017