Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop (2019)

Hip Hop rose from the EAST, but it was Set in the West

Explores the beginnings of Rap music on the West Coast in the LA area, mostly focusing on Uncle Jamm's Army and Alonzo Williams with the World Class Wreckin' Cru (with footage of Dr. Dre and DJ Yella performing before they created NWA).

Cast (4)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

A

Alonzo Williams

Self

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David Storms

Self

E

Egyptian Lover

Self

Professor Griff

Self

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