Complete Introduction To Sugar Hill Records

2010 four CD collection. The story of Hip Hop's early years on record are without a doubt those of Sugar Hill Records. The roots of Rap are presented here on a Complete Introduction to Sugar Hill Records, the ultimate one-stop collection of the first and finest artists who pioneered this extraordinary genre chronicling the birth of a musical revolution. Also included is a historic overview on Sugar Hill Records, extensive sleeve notes, detailed annotation unfolding how each track broke through to the masses, as well as stunning photos that capture the gritty energy and vibrancy of New Yors's cultural Rap movement of the '80s. This set pays homage to all the original breakers, the b-boys, the fly b-girls, the Adidas superstars to twisted baseball caps, the graffiti tags that adorned the city subways and all the euphoric all night block parties. Sanctuary.