L.A.

What is * Rap often considered a form of?

Urban journalism

What socio-economic conditions influenced the rise of * Rap in the 1980s and 1990s?

Deindustrialization, gang culture, drug economy, and the War on Drugs

What was the first * Rap song?

Schoolly D's 'P.S.K. (What Does it Mean)?' released in 1985

What are common lyrical themes in * Rap?

Street realism, first-person POV, hyperlocal storytelling, anti-police narratives, and explicit language

What musical traits are characteristic of * Rap?

Sampling from 1970s funk and soul, drum machines, heavy kick and snare patterns, loop structures, and minimal harmonies

What simplified national narrative is often associated with * Rap in Los Angeles?

The conflict between the Bloods and the Crips

Who were the members of N.W.A.?

Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Eazy-E, Arabian Prince, DJ Yella, and MC Ren

What was the significance of N.W.A.'s song 'F*** Tha Police'?

It protested police brutality and racial profiling, parodying court proceedings

What event sparked riots in South Central LA in 1992?

The acquittal of LAPD officers involved in the beating of Rodney King

What record label was pivotal in the commercialization of the * image?

Death Row Records, founded by Dr. Dre and Suge Knight

What is G-Funk, and who is associated with its popularization?

A subgenre of hip hop characterized by slower tempos and funk influences, popularized by Dr. Dre

What is the East Coast vs. West Coast beef?

A rivalry between East Coast and West Coast hip hop artists that escalated in the 1990s

What is the 'Boom-Bap' drum pattern associated with East Coast Rap?

An acoustic kick/snare pattern with kick on 1 and 3, and snare on 2 and 4

Which song by Public Enemy emphasizes social commentary and competition in East Coast Rap?

'Fight the Power' (1989)

What role do automobiles play in the music video for 'Straight Outta Compton'?

They showcase mobility, accessibility, surveillance, and control

What does the music video for 'Straight Outta Compton' represent beyond performance?

A visual and spatial narrative chronicling the conditions of the neighborhood

What themes are present in the G-Funk era of hip hop?

Street realism, party-centric themes, and matriarchal influence

What was the impact of the Crack epidemic on * Rap?

It contributed to the themes of drug economy and socio-economic conditions reflected in the music

What was the significance of Ice T's 'Cop Killer'?

It was a heavy metal protest track addressing police violence

What was the cultural response to * Rap in the 1990s?

It often led to moral panic and censorship due to its explicit content and themes

What is the relationship between lived urban space and imagined urban spectacle in Rap?

Rap often contrasts real-life experiences with sensationalized portrayals in media

What does the term 'redlining' refer to in the context of Los Angeles neighborhoods?

A discriminatory practice that restricted access to housing and resources for Black communities

What major migration influenced South Central Los Angeles between WWII and the 1960s?

The Great Migration

What economic trend occurred in South Central Los Angeles during the 1960s?

De-industrialization

What sectors were booming in Los Angeles during the post-WWII era?

High technology and military sectors

What was the impact of urban renewal and freeway construction on poorer communities in Los Angeles?

It led to the isolation of poorer communities.

What term describes the disparity in mobility based on class and color in Los Angeles?

Transit apartheid

What was the population growth in Los Angeles from the 1970s to the 1980s?

Population growth by 1.4 million

Name one of the famous venues in Los Angeles known for music.

The Hollywood Bowl

Which band is known for the 'California Sound' and surf rock?

The Beach Boys

What genre is associated with the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles?

Psychedelic (Acid) Rock

What is a notable song by The Doors that gained fame on the Ed Sullivan Show?

'Light My Fire'

What social issues did Chicano Punk music address?

Social issues and music as resistance

When was MTV launched?

August 1, 1981

What are common themes in Glam Rock and Glam Metal?

Fame, sex, decadence, rebellion

Which band epitomized the Glam Rock scene with the song 'Jump'?

Van Halen

What sound characterized Glam Rock and Glam Metal?

Guitar solos and high-gloss production

Which British bands pioneered Hard Rock?

The Kinks and the Rolling Stones

What is a notable song by Guns N' Roses that represents Hard Rock?

'Welcome to the Jungle'

What cultural aspect did Glam Rock reflect?

Hollywood culture

What type of economy emerged in South Central Los Angeles due to wealth inequity?

An informal, underground economy, including gang-controlled drug trade.

What was the impact of declining labor unions in Los Angeles during the 1960s?

It contributed to wealth inequity and economic changes.

Which artist is known for the song 'El-Lay' in the Chicano Punk genre?

Los Illegals