Hip-Hop in NYC
New York City is the birthplace of hip-hop. Fifty years on, the artistic movement that came from the Bronx now straddles the globe.
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There are all sorts of ways to explore hip-hop culture in NYC. Read about historical and contemporary figures, art, businesses and more.
10 Apollo Theater Hip-Hop Moments
Harlem’s famous stage has been the site of landmark performances by Salt-N-Pepa, Lil Wayne and other hip-hop stars.
Byzantine Bembé: New York By Manny Vega
This exhibit features works showcasing the Bronx-born artist’s signature style.
NYC Footwear Culture and Hip-Hop
For at least the past 50 years, NYC has been the epicenter of footwear culture—a period that coincides with the birth and rise of hip-hop in the City.
Wine and Hip-Hop Festival Q&A
We talk to entrepreneur Jermaine Stone, the festival’s founder, about the unlikely pairing of his twin passions.
Hip-Hop Murals in NYC
Street art honoring rap artists can be found across the five boroughs; start exploring them here.
Ralph McDaniels Interview
The creator of Video Music Box discusses how he got his start—and helped some hip-hop artists with theirs.
This Bed-Stuy Gallery Has Tons of Notorious B.I.G-Inspired Art
Biggie fans, check out Brooklyn’s Bishop Gallery.
Hip-Hop Businesses
A number of small businesses across the boroughs have rap royalty in their DNA.
Hip Hop Museum Interview
Find out what it has taken for hip-hop veteran Rocky Bucano to get the Bronx's Hip Hop Museum off the ground.
Hush Hip Hop Tours Q&A
Bronx native Debra Harris turned her love for hip-hop into a thriving business.
Shaw-naé’s House Q&A
This Staten Island soul food spot may attract celebrities, but its chef-owner pours her heart into welcoming all.
HIP-HOP IN EACH BOROUGH
Hip-hop started in the Bronx but quickly became a part of overall NYC culture. Here are some historic and inspirational guides around hip-hop in each borough.
A Guide to Hip-Hop Culture in Queens, Past and Present
With its roster of legends, Queens continues to leave an indelible mark on hip-hop culture. Learn about the artists and locations that have made the borough essential.
Hip-Hop Culture in Brooklyn
Trailblazing artists like the Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z came from the borough. Discover Brooklyn's enduring legacy, where rap legends and trendsetting fashion converge.
A Guide to Hip-Hop Culture in Staten Island, Past and Present
Explore the defiant spirit of Staten Island's hip-hop scene, from its rough beginnings to the rise of the Wu-Tang Clan.
Bronx Hip-Hop Guide
It all began on August 11, 1973, when DJ Kool Herc ignited a cultural revolution. Trace the roots of hip-hop culture and delve into how the Bronx has shaped it ever since.
Manhattan Hip-Hop Guide
The borough has produced more than its share of hip-hop stars, and served as the business center for the growth of the genre’s industry.
Hip-Hop Started In the South Bronx
The South Bronx is famous for being the birthplace of hip-hop and graffiti, but there's also an abundance of heartfelt new offerings in the area spearheaded by locals. South Bronx native, celebrated DJ and owner of Sankofa Haus, Michael “DJ Spynfo” Eagen, shows us around the neighborhood of Mott Haven. As Eagen invites us along to explore, he connects with friends to reflect on the neighborhood’s progression from the 1970s to now. Watch to learn more.
NYC PUT HIP-HOP ON THE MAP
Explore sites across the five boroughs that are significant to the culture.
