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Questlove has returned to his role as author with his latest work, “Hip Hop Is History,” out on Tuesday (June 11). His latest music book aims to blend history with The Roots drummer’s personal life, telling the story of his own life growing up in Pennsylvania while also introducing readers to some of the most influential figures in the history of the music genre.
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The book is already ranked #1 in ethnomusicology on Amazon’s best-seller list, and to make it even more of a bargain, it’s on sale for up to 30% off for a limited time at Target, Amazon, and Walmart.
Keep reading to find out where you can find Questlove’s new book online.
Questlove’s “Hip Hop is History”
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In his latest work, the Grammy Award-winning artist shows fans how hip-hop became an unexpected cultural force, transporting readers back to the 1970s when the genre first began to gain popularity. Alongside historic moments, the book also features never-before-spoken personal stories about the artist, including growing up in a musical family in Philadelphia and saving up for his first record. According to an official description, fans can also expect “the encyclopedic fluency and passion of his most devoted fans, and the expertise and originality of his most innovative contributors.”
If you’re a fan of Questlove, add this title to your cart and enrich your merchandise collection with a unique and precious item. The cover art features a bold purple color, making it a coffee table worthy book to keep on display. If you’re looking for a gift for a music lover or musician, Questlove’s latest book is a worthy contender, especially for hip hop enthusiasts.
The drummer, who often trades his drumsticks for a pen, has published a series of music-focused books, including Music Is History, which you can buy for 44% off, the cookbook Mixtape Potluck, which you can buy for 48% off, and his first book and memoir, Mo’ Meta Blues: The World According to Questlove, which is currently on sale for under $20.
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