The History and Cultural Impact of Hip Hop
About this event
Think it's just about music? Think again. Learn how a cultural movement transformed fashion, media, business, U.S. history, and race relations over the past 50 years. Bring a friend and enjoy this engaging event as you learn about the impact that continues to influence future generations. Presented by Daniel Ryan Davis, Associate Professor of Africana Studies. Signup required.
This presentation will examine the genesis, cultural norms, and societal impact of hip hop. We will discuss the myriad factors that have contributed to hip hop's immeasurable influence in the United States and abroad over the past 50 years. Attendees will learn about the intersection of hip hop culture, media, commercialism, U.S. history, and race relations. Presented by Daniel Ryan Davis, Associate Professor of Africana Studies. Signup required.
Whether you're a lifelong fan or simply curious, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for one of the most influential cultural movements of our time.
Speaker bio: Daniel Ryan Davis is an Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Kennedy-King College. His primary research interests are 20th Century African American history, African American education, Hip Hop/urban culture, and the U.S. chattel enslavement era. Dr. Davis earned his PhD from Michigan State University in African American and African Studies, specializing in History.
