Pass the Mic: The Latin Hip-Hop Culture

by Various Artists

The suppressed voices from Latin hip-hop culture are finally heard in this compelling voyage to the underground roots where it all began! Witness hip-hop's best kept secrets pump into the pen, bleed onto the page, race through the microphone, and blast onto the stage to influence the world of music. Two generations of Latino hip-hoppers reveal their struggles, successes, and the secrets of their art, flinging open a controversial window with a no-holds-barred approach that will shock the music industry. Respected by their peers, ignored by the media, these are the key figures who have revolutionized hip-hop culture, filled with gripping stories told through riveting interviews, exclusive backstage footage, and dope music! Step inside the recording studios, put on a headset, and prepare to Pass the Mic!