A summer read for keeps comes in the form of new music biographyThe Wu-Tang Clan and RZA: A Trip Through Hip Hop’s 36 Chambers, penned by journalist Alvin “Aqua Boogie” Blanco. In the video below, Aqua speaks with FUSE TV’s Hip Hop Shop about the motivation behind his debut book; out now to buy via
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<p><strong><em>The Wu-Tang Clan and RZA: A Trip Through Hip Hop’s 36 Chambers</em> by Alvin Blanco</strong><br />
<strong>Synopsis: </strong>The Wu-Tang Clan is one of the greatest hip hop groups of all time, with six platinum albums, more than 40 million records sold, and extensive influence on both the music business and their fellow artists. Wu-Tang Clan’s albums are analyzed and discussed in terms of their artistry as well as in terms of their critical, cultural, and commercial impact. </p>
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