Signifying Rappers

In "Signifying Rappers," David Foster Wallace and Mark Costello delve into the vibrant world of rap music and culture from their unique perspective as two white enthusiasts in 1989 Cambridge. This engaging exploration contrasts the complexities of rap and pop, rebellion and acceptance, as they challenge the established giants of rock writing to consider the liberating potential of hip-hop. Now republished with a new foreword by Costello, this book captures a crucial moment in music history and the bond between two influential thinkers.