Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop

Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop, authored by Vikki Tobak, is a mesmerizing coffee table book that offers a stunning visual journey into the world of hip-hop culture. This book is a perfect combination of music and photography, featuring over 100 of the most iconic and rare photographs of hip-hop artists and their music scenes. It gives readers a rare insight into the lives of the people behind the music that shaped a generation.

Vikki Tobak, a seasoned journalist, and producer, has worked with some of the most notable artists and music industry figures. She has contributed her expertise and knowledge to various publications, including NPR, the New York Times, and Billboard, among others. In Contact High, Tobak curates a collection of photographs that captures the essence of hip-hop culture and the evolution of this genre from its inception in the late 1970s to its global domination in the present day.

The book is divided into chapters that chronicle the evolution of hip-hop, highlighting the significant moments, artists, and movements that shaped the culture. The chapters explore themes such as fashion, style, and identity, along with the impact of hip-hop on the art world, politics, and social justice.

What sets Contact High apart from other music photography books is its behind-the-scenes stories, providing readers with a personal narrative about each photograph and the artists who feature in them. The book features photographs of legendary hip-hop artists, including Notorious B.I.G, Tupac Shakur, Jay-Z, Kanye West, and many others, alongside rare and candid shots that reveal a different side of these icons.

Author: Vikki Tobak

Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0525573887

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