The History of Trap

ebook The History of Hip Hop

By Eric Reese

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Trap beats, pink cars and hip hop's materialistic reinvention down South.

Southern struggle birthed a sound that conquered hip hop. "The History of Trap" charts trap music's underground rise and explosive pop culture breakout.

Perfect for both newcomers and lifelong trap fans, you'll discover:

  • Trap's gritty Atlanta origins - pioneers mixing stark lyrics with aggressive beats
  • Key innovators like T.I., Gucci Mane and Three 6 Mafia amplifying trap's sound
  • Trap's formula - candid hood stories, booming 808s and sinister melodies
  • Trap exploding from niche Southern rap into a global pop culture phenomenon
  • Today's superstars like Future, Migos and Young Thug taking trap worldwide
  • Trap fashion/culture influencing well beyond music
  • Societal commentary in lyrics reflecting life on America's toughest streets
  • From the hoods of Atlanta to running the charts and clubs, this is the definitive history of hip hop's most irresistible sound.

    The History of Trap