Money, Power, Respect: Hip Hop & American Power
NK11, New King's
Aberdeen Students' Union
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Join Dr Owen Walsh and the History Society for Money, Power, Respect: Hip Hop & American Power. Explore how hip-hop’s journey from protest to global empire reveals its complex ties to capitalism and US influence
Since its inception 50 years ago, hip-hop has had a complex relationship with commerce, capitalism, and American power. It has served both as a powerful form of Black protest and as a booming global industry, constantly balancing authenticity with commercial success.
In this lecture, Dr Owen Walsh traces hip-hop’s evolution from revolutionary street culture to international empire, examining how its political voice, cultural influence, and commercial reach have shaped modern America and beyond.
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Hosted by Dr Owen Walsh and the History Society.