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When Hip-Hop and Reggaeton Collide

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Alison Desir

Reggaeton music is becoming increasingly popular in the United States, and Puerto Ricans in New York City are leading the charge. Alison Desir explores whether or not Reggaeton is changing the face of hip-hop, or if it is a genre unto its own. Her interviews with hip-hop label executives are telling.

When Hip Hop and Politics Collide

Thursday, August 20, 2009

HegemonI really enjoy it when two of my favorite interests collide, like getting two for the price of one. It’s like watching an orchestra play live under the screening of a Charlie Chaplin film. Or having the New Yorker hand-delivered by Angelina Jolie. My day is made when such sublime hybrids manifest.

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