Learn the Fascinating Story behind Hip Hop

It was born at a party in the Bronx in the summer of 1973. 

Now, 51 years later, hip hop is the most popular music genre in the United States. Just as jazz did in the first half of the twentieth century, hip-hop and its groundbreaking DJs and artists pushed the boundaries of music to new frontiers, while transfixing the country’s youth and reshaping fashion, art, and even language.

If you are wondering how this music became so popular, consider reading The Come Up by Jonathan Abrams. This nonfiction book is an exhilarating behind-the-scenes account of how hip-hop came to rule the world. In April, you learn more about this book from the author!

Join Euclid Public Library and East Cleveland Public Library on The Come Up is an exhilarating behind-the-scenes account of how hip-hop came to rule the world—and an essential contribution to music history.April 23 at 4:00 pm on Zoom for a special virtual author visit. Jonathan Abrams is an award-winning staff reporter for the New York Times. He is also the bestselling author of two previous books, Boys Among Men and All the Pieces Matter. This is one virtual author visit you don't want to miss!  Click here to register online to attend this free event.