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Burien’s author/journalist examines Seattle’s hip-hop roots in the new book “Birth of Seattle Rap”-B-Town Blog

Burien’s author/journalist examines Seattle’s hip-hop roots in the new book “Birth of Seattle Rap”-B-Town Blog

Author and music journalist Ben Camp – also known as Novocaine132 – a longtime resident of the Chelsea Park neighborhood of Burien, published his last book, The birth of rap in SeattleDeep diving in the origin of the hip-hop in the emerald city.

Posted by Arcadia Publishing’s History Press, the new book explores the rise of local rap artists and cultural change, which began in the area in the early 1980s.

While the disco faded from fame, the hip-hop emerges as the dominant force in the Seattle’s music scene. From Grammy-winning Sir Mix-A-Lot to Pioneer Groups such as Silver Band and Jam Delight, the city created an innovative talent that formed the cultural identity of the region and left a lasting effect on the global hip-hop.

“These hip-hop years have set the tone for the subsequent decades, and this once flirgroom music has still resonated in pop culture,” Camp said.

Novocaine132 is a fruitful music journalist and historian, based in Burien, who significantly contributed to the documentation and design of the hip-hop scene in the region. A graduate of the University of Washington, he began his career in journalism in the mid-1990s, wrote about remarkable publications like Aroma., Rocketand UnknownS

Camp’s passion for hip-hop followed up until 1984 when he acquired his first Rap Cassette from K-Tel, comprising a classic like “Electric kingdom“And”Tour de France.“This early exposition lit a dedication throughout the life of the genre, which made him become a respected figure in music journalism and Seattle’s production circles.

The book boasted from industry veterans and hip-hop icons in Seattle. Robert Newman, Creative Director and Editorial Consultant, called it “a rich and deeply researched Hip-hop scene in Seattle”, emphasizing his ability to carry the stories of early raps figures in Seattle like Sir Mix-Lot, The Emerald Street Boys and DJ Nasty Nes to life.

Ryan Crown, a famous DJ in Seattle and a hip-hop historian, described the book as “so doping about the history of music in Seattle and the hip-hop culture! It was an honor for me to contribute to this historical book. “

Hip-hop producer and DJ Supreme La Rock also shared their thoughts, saying that The birth of rap in Seattle is “required for hip-hop collectors”, expressing gratitude for being included in the historical documentation of the book.

Music historian Peter Blacha praised the camp’s work, saying, “I just got my new book and just swallowed it … So much cool storytelling on the Pacific northwestern hip-hop story-one with tons of surprising information gems, seasoned everywhere.”

James D. Kruown -Senchi, a member of the legendary boys from the emerald street called The birth of rap in Seattle “Changing the game for anyone looking for a complete understanding of Seattle’s rap scene”, adding: “Your dedication to preserving the history of the hip-hop of our city is really inspiring.”

Among the other voices in the book is Glen Boyd, a music journalist in Seattle and a former classmate of West Seattle High Chinuk by the founder of South King media Scott Schaefer. Boyd, who once manages the Penny Lane record shop in Lakewood and later contributed RocketHe was an early hip-hop champion in the city. He played a decisive role in the introduction of a local audience to rape through his choice of records Shock frequency KCMU 90.3 radio show. Camp’s book captures Boyd’s contribution and those of many other pioneers who laid the foundation of the thriving music scene in Seattle today.

In addition to his journalism, Camp directed three short documentaries, further exploring and chronifying the evolution of Seattle’s musical culture.

Between 2020 and 2022, he was the executive producer for four albums under Ever Rap Records, a Seattle -based label dedicated to the promotion of local rap talents.

Beyond its writing and production endeavors, Camp is recognized as its commitment to preserving and celebrating Seattle’s rich tapestry, ensuring that the stories and sounds of the city artists continue to inspire future generations.

The book is now available to buy $ 24.99 and was published by Arcadia Publishing, a leader in local historical books.

For more information about this book or buy it, visit Arcadia PublishingS

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