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1987 golden age of new school hip-hop music...
1987 golden age of new school hip-hop music...
Item # 719167
September 08, 1987
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Sept. 8, 1987
* Rappers Spoonie Gee & Kool Moe Dee editorial
* East coast hip hop artist Scott La Rock death
* Considered the first murder of a major rapper
* Golden-age of new-school hip hop - rap music
Page 71 has a editorial by Frank Kogan with heading: "Sex Don't Love Noboby", with a corresponding photos. (see images) Text continues on the following page.
Also on the same page is a report on the murder of Scott Monroe Sterling (Scott La Rock) with photo
.AI notes: Kool Moe Dee, born Mohandas Dewese on August 8, 1962, in New York City, is a pioneering figure in hip-hop, known for his articulate, rapid-fire delivery and his role in elevating the lyrical standards of rap during its formative years. Emerging in the late 1970s as a member of the influential group The Treacherous Three, he helped transition rap from party-oriented rhymes to more complex, socially conscious storytelling. As a solo artist in the mid-1980s, Moe Dee gained widespread acclaim with hits like “How Ya Like Me Now” and “Wild Wild West,” showcasing a distinctive blend of aggressive battle rhymes and intellectual depth. He famously clashed with LL Cool J in one of hip-hop’s earliest and most significant lyrical feuds, defending the legacy of hip-hop’s first generation against what he saw as the arrogance of a rising star. A college graduate with a degree in communications, Moe Dee stood out not just for his lyrical prowess but also for his thoughtful engagement with culture and education. His influence can be seen in the lyrical complexity and social awareness embraced by later generations of rappers, cementing his status as a foundational architect of modern hip-hop.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to save it at the time.
The Village Voice was an American counterculture newspaper known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into the public discourse - a tradition it maintained throughout its 60+ year history. It is quite common to find great political cartoons, satirical cartoons and articles, thought-provoking editorials, and ads and reviews for both concerts and theater productions - both on and off Broadway. Many iconic writers and musicians credit their appearance in The Village Voice for at least a portion of their success.
Complete with 136 pages, tabloid size, one fold along the center, very nice condition.
Provenance note: This issue comes from The Village Voice's own archives, part of their in-house collection used to create their digital archive. Rare as such.
Alert: Many issues of The Village Voice contain articles and/or photos which some consider offensive, and are certainly inappropriate for children. Please purchase with discretion.
Category: The 20th Century
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