An authoritative history of the groundbreaking syndicated television show that has become an icon of American pop culture; from acclaimed author and filmmaker Nelson George; ldquo;the most accomplished black music critic of his generationrdquo; (Washington Post Book World).When it debuted in October 1971; seven years after the Civil Rights Act; Soul Train boldly went where no variety show had gone before; showcasing the cultural preferences of young African-Americans and the sounds that defined their lives: RB; funk; jazz; disco; and gospel music. The brainchild of radio announcer Don Cornelius; the showrsquo;s producer and host; Soul Train featured a diverse range of stars; from James Brown and David Bowie to Christine Aguilera and R. Kelly; Marvin Gaye and Elton John to the New Kids on the Block and Stevie Wonder.The Hippest Trip in America tells the full story of this pop culture phenomenon that appealed not only to blacks; but to a wide crossover audience as well. Famous dancers like Rosie Perez and Jody Watley; performers such as Aretha Franklin; Al Green; and Barry White; and Cornelius himself share their memories; offering insights into the show and its timemdash;a period of extraordinary social and political change. Colorful and pulsating; The Hippest Trip In America is a fascinating portrait of a revered cultural institution that has left an indelible mark on our national consciousness.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. A must have for hip hop heads!By D. LazaroThis highly debatable book of top/best/worst lists of hip hop culture is a must have for all hip hop heads! It makes a great conversational piece; and has opinions that run the gamut of old school and "new school" lists...however... the opinions of the book ARE DATED...This book was published in 1999; and so if you werent into hip hop by then; then some of the lists will strike you oddly (I myself would ask what about Kanye? The Game? Lil Wayne? Bun B? Ludacris???... until I saw the publishing date; lol)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. SuperlativeBy Bryce NormanThis book is consistently resourceful and entertaining. I would actually consider it indispensable. I couldnt count the number of times Ive referred back to the lists of top albums and singles by year.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Noel J. Ballon IIILove the book! Lot of obscure and informative info about tons of hip hop artists