The Gospel of Hip Hop: First Instrument KRS ONE

Could it be possible that Hip Hop would become a religion in 1000 years when it's reinerpreted?  we see.... The Gospel of Hip Hop: First Instrument, the first book from the IAm Hip Hop, is the philosophical masterwork of KRS ONE. Set in theformat of the Christian Bible, this 800-plus-page opus is a life-guidemanual for members of Hip Hop Kulture that combines classic philosophywith faith and practical knowledge for a fascinating, in-depthexploration of Hip Hop as a life path. Known as “TheTeacha,” KRS ONE developed his unique outlook as a homeless teenin Brooklyn, New York, engaging his philosophy of self-creation tobecome one of the most respected emcees in Hip Hop history. Respectedas Hip Hop’s true steward, KRS ONE painstakingly details thedevelopment of the culture and the ways in which we, as“Hiphoppas,” can and should preserve its future. The Teacha also discusses the origination of Hip Hop Kulture andrelays specific instances in history wherein one can discover the samespirit and ideas that are at the core of Hip Hop’s currentmanifestation. He explains Hip Hop down to the actual meaning andlinguistic history of the words “hip” and“hop,” and describes the ways in which Hiphoppas can changetheir current circumstances to create a future that incorporatesHealth, Love, Awareness, and Wealth (H-LAW). Committed to fervently promoting self-reliance, dedicated study,peace, unity, and truth, The Teacha has drawn both criticism andworship from within and from outside of Hip Hop Kulture. In thisbeautifully written, inspiring book, KRS ONE shines the light of truth,from his own empirical research over a 14-year period, into thefascinating world of Hip Hop. KRS ONE is a philosopher, activist, author, lecturer, and emcee.Since founding canonical Hip Hop act Boogie Down Productions in themid-1980s, he has released a granite-solid catalog of 19 full-lengthalbums, along with a star-studded list of collaborations. In 1988 hefounded the Stop the Violence Movement, a collective of artists,activists, educators, and entertainers exploring the roots of violencewhile working to promote the development of positive conflictresolution methods; he is currently producing an album celebrating theorganization’s 20th anniversary, with contributions by Nelly,Method Man, Busta Rhymes, The Game, Hakiem Green, Grant Parks, Duane“Da Rock” Ramos, and many others. KRS ONE is anaccomplished public speaker who has delivered lectures at over 500colleges, universities, and other venues. In addition to The Gospel ofHip Hop, he is the author of The Science of Rap (1995) and Ruminations(Welcome Rain, 2003). Currently, KRS-One is touring the United Stateswith Stop the Violence, urging America’s urban centers to seeknon-violent conflict resolution over revenge and war. Published by Powerhouse Books, the title is available now at colette.