Hip Hop Family Tree #4

Hip Hop Family Tree — Fantagraphics

Issue: #4

Book 4 of the best selling series showcases: The rise of Def Jam records! The birth of Dr. Dre’s record career leading to Straight Outta Compton! Introducing new branches on the tree such as Will Smith, Salt N Pepa, Rakim, and Biz Markie. Hollywood also takes notice and releases loads of films like Breakin’, Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo, Beat Street, Krush Groove and more, all highlighted within...

First appearances: Rakim, Biz Markie

Creators: Ed Piskor

Characters: Rakim, Biz Markie, Pepa, Salt, Dr. Dre, Will Smith, Afrika Bambaataa