Founding Fathers (The True Origins of Hip Hop)

2012Directed by Hassan Pore, Ron Lawrence

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Released: January 1, 2012
Runtime: 1h 22m

About Founding Fathers (The True Origins of Hip Hop)

Music
Documentary

Synopsis

"Founding Fathers" is an illuminating documentary that unveils the untold stories of overlooked street DJs from diverse boroughs of 1970s New York City, who played a pivotal role in shaping the foundations of Hip Hop culture. Through intimate interviews and compelling narratives, this captivating film resurrects the forgotten legacy of Nu Sounds, GrandMaster Flowers, DJ Hollywood, and other pioneers, shedding light on their profound contributions that have been hidden for decades.

Directors: Hassan Pore
Ron Lawrence

Principal cast

In billing order

Grandmaster Flowers
Pete DJ Jones
Master D aka DJ Lance
Infinity Machine
DJ Hollywood
Chuck D

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