Spoiled rotten? From thriving roots to dying fruits : exploring the current state of hip-hop / Brandon Harris, James C. McKinney.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Harris, Brandon,dactive 2026, author.

McKinney, James C., author.

Series:

SAGE business cases.

SAGE business cases

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hip-hop--Case studies.

Hip-hop.

Authenticity (Philosophy)--Case studies.

Authenticity (Philosophy).

Business ethics--Case studies.

Business ethics.

Consumer behavior--Case studies.

Consumer behavior.

Social responsibility of business--Case studies.

Social responsibility of business.

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publications: SAGE Business Cases Originals, 2026.

Summary:

This case explores the sociocultural and financial dimensions of Hip-Hop's current state. It highlights Hip-Hop's evolution from the 1980s to today, focusing on key moments when artists faced choices between authenticity and commercial appeal. The case follows the journey of Sean L., a fictional artist whose path mirrors the real-world tension between creative integrity and market pressures. Through the lens of Boundary Theory and Baudrillard's concept of simulacra, students are encouraged to examine how capitalist demands shape artistic expression. Ultimately, this study questions Hip-Hop's future and the shared responsibility of artists and audiences in preserving its original cultural intent.

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ISBN:

979-83-488-4734-0

OCLC:

1569208886

Publisher Number:

T300565