Other People's Property
Other People's Property: A Shadow History of Hip-Hop in White America by Jason Tanz

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"[A] thoughtful and often insightful work of long-form journalism.... Tanz solidly displays his strong grasp of the broad cultural significance of the rise of hip-hop."
-- Publishers Weekly

An eye-opening look at race and identity in our country today, Other People’s Property blends memoir, history, cultural analysis, and on-the-ground reportage to explore hip-hop’s decades-long journey through white America.

Ever since it first came barreling out of the South Bronx a quarter-century ago, hip-hop has been seen as a primarily black expression, a unique forum to discuss the hopes, dreams, fears, and trials of African American life. So it is ironic that hip-hop has grown to become our national soundtrack, bringing us a world in which Snoop Dogg shills for Chrysler and Three 6 Mafia’s paean to pimps wins an Academy Award. In his examination of hip-hop’s white audience, Jason Tanz--a hip-hop-loving white boy who grew up in the suburbs of the Pacific Northwest--sees a generation struggling with its identity and wrestling, often unsuccessfully, with the legacy of race.

Other People’s Property provides a one-of-a-kind look at how hip-hop is lived far from the inner cities that birthed and sustain it: from “nerdcore” rappers, who rhyme about Star Wars conventions and computer code; to a group of would-be gangstas in a neighborhood so insulated it’s nicknamed “the bubble”; to a break-dancing class at an upper-crusty dance academy in New Canaan, Connecticut; to a pop-rap station in melanin-challenged Green Bay, Wisconsin. Tanz interviews dozens of fans, artists, producers, and promoters, including some of hip-hop’s most legendary figures--Public Enemy’s Chuck D, white rapper MC Serch, and former Yo! MTV Raps host Fab 5 Freddy, among many others.

Drawing on his own experience as a white fan as well as his in-depth knowledge of hip-hop’s history, Jason Tanz gives us a hard-edged, thought- provoking, and humorous snapshot of the particularly American intersection of race, commerce, culture, and identity.

Available for pre-order at Amazon. For more information, check out jasontanz.com.
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Big Daddy Shane





May 30 2007 10:38 AM


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May 23 2007 7:58 PM



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May 15 2007 1:51 AM

HIP HOP APPRECIATION WEEK

Hip Hop Appreciation Week begins on May 14th 2007 and concludes on May 21st 2007. Hip Hop Appreciation Week began in 1998 as a time set aside every third week in May to acknowledge and appreciate the existence of Hip Hop itself. During this time (May 14th-21st 2007) the Hip Hop community refocuses itself through a collective review and update of its own history and core principles and elements. Principles- peace, love, unity and having fun. Elements- Breakin, Emceein, Graffiti Art, Deejayin, Beat Boxin, Street Fashion, Street Language, Street Knowledge and Street Entrepreneurialism. The idea is to celebrate Hip Hop itself.

During Hip Hop Appreciation Week artists can be asked to give sound advice on what they’ve learned about life and living Hip Hop this year. Schools of all sorts are encouraged to discuss Hip Hop academically and critically amongst its students and teachers. Radio DJs can upgrade their play of “conscious” Rap music over the airwaves and parents can discuss the true meaning and history of Hip Hop with their children. During Hip Hop Appreciation Week the Hip Hop community is encouraged to:

- Give the next person the right of way. Allow people to pass you. Do not block a person’s forward movement.

- Donate your skill or profession to someone who cannot afford it.

- At the supermarket give your change to the person behind you in line.

- Be quick to compliment and slow to criticize. Be ready to forgive and move on.

- Tithe 10% of your salary this week to your child’s teacher.

- Ease a neighbor’s pressure by donating your time toward the assistance of some duty they must undertake. Give of yourself this week.

Let us show our respect for Hip Hop with a sincere respect for one another. Men—support the women in your life. Women—comfort the men in your life. And let us all remain committed to the well-being of our children; they are the reason we do what we do. Love your children. Reserve a special love fo
Ariel Luckey





Apr 29 2007 6:09 PM

You're bringing it hot with this book man. Finally someone is really dealing with this issue with honesty, self reflection and a fucking fantastic sense of humor. Thanks for stepping the conversation up to the next level. Ariel
Dirt





Apr 24 2007 4:34 AM

Hey whats going on with ya?

So there's only 10 DAYS LEFT until the big Vintage Clothing Limited launch concert on May 5th in Baltimore Maryland! Are you excited!? Made your plans to drive out or what?

Not sure if I mentioned it earlier but I'm hosting the event as well as performing. Should be a really good show. Braille, Remnant, Theory Hazit, and Me all in the same building... you never know what to expect.

Aight. Hope to see ya there.

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Kidz on Fire





Apr 20 2007 5:50 PM

Hello, just passing thru to say that voting has now closed in the Kidz on Fire Worlds Most Hip Hop Breakfast Cereal poll. Competition between cereals has been fierce throughout although the real stars really shone through by the second bowl...



The results are as follows;


In 3rd place came Lucky Charms for all of you that can remember that far back...


Second place went to Coco Pops giving the only serious competition to our eventual prize winner... Plenty of chocolaty goodness :-)


In first place, voted as the worlds most hip hop breakfast cereal, came Crunchy Nut Cornflakes! :-D This cereal works hard to entertain us with some phat flavours 24/7. Hats off to the dedicated support team at Kellogs, without them it would have never been possible.


Thanks to you also for your participation in the blog and the poll. :-)


Here is a photo of Kidz on Fire enjoying a McDonalds breakfast before the awards ceremony.





Have a great weekend!


Kidz on Fire

Chels





Apr 18 2007 2:35 AM

Wanted to stop by and give you some appreciation for "Other People's Property"... I can't put the shit down! Its brilliantly written, and is reminding me to be critical of hip hop politics and of myself. When are you coming to the Bay for a book signing?
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Apr 13 2007 8:04 PM

W'ssssssup!!!!!!!!

Just showin some love.

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Kidz on Fire





Apr 13 2007 12:41 PM


Heya, how are you?


What's your favourite breakfast cereal?





Take part in the Kidz on Fire breakfast cereal poll searching for the best hip hop cereal in the world!


Join in our Kidz on Fire breakfast cereal blog and have your say :-)


Peace!


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Apr 7 2007 8:42 PM

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Kidz on Fire





Apr 6 2007 2:57 PM





Have a great weekend! :-)

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Apr 2 2007 1:38 AM

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Kidz on Fire





Mar 30 2007 7:05 PM

Heya, how are you? Hope all is well.

Just writing to keep you informed of my progress within the group.

Thank you for your continued support battling this illness.



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Mar 24 2007 1:03 AM

Heya, here's a quickie for you...

Choose which path to follow to get to the top of the game.

Have fun! ;-)



Siko





Mar 20 2007 6:14 AM

Hi! Just got done with a new track called "I dont care"... come check it out when you get a chance and drop a line or 2... :-) 1!
Big Daddy Shane





Mar 19 2007 7:35 PM

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Kidz on Fire





Mar 16 2007 7:39 PM

Have a blazing weekend!





Peace :-)

Kidz on Fire

Siko





Mar 15 2007 6:53 AM

Happy Thursday Yo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol
Siko





Mar 11 2007 4:58 AM

What up? just showin some luv.... thanks for the add
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Mar 8 2007 7:21 PM

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Hit us up if you want us to make more tracks.

We only record if we get requests

No doubt.

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Mar 4 2007 6:22 PM

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Support the cause and fight back!

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Peace!
Kidz on Fire





Feb 22 2007 2:53 AM

Wass gwanin yo?







Kidz on Fire
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Feb 21 2007 12:02 AM

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