Ben Westhoff on Synthetic Drugs, Dive Bars, and the Evolution of Rap
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Exploring Transgression and Politics in Contemporary Rap
This chapter explores the evolving boundaries of rap, challenging the notion of its inherent transgressiveness and revealing its conservative undercurrents. It highlights the political importance of rap, particularly through artists like Kendrick Lamar, in giving a voice to marginalized communities and addressing critical social issues.
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