Since the beginning of the United States in 1776, New York has been a central place for innovation and creativity. From Broadway to Ellis Island, it has contributed many things to American society and the world. However, recently, New York has been the birthplace of another arguably important movement – hip-hop. The culture of hip-hop has been a way for people to express themselves in a manner that very much fits the lifestyle they’ve lived on the streets of New York – hard and without mercy. With the culture of hip-hop came four elements, all equally important in developing the way hip-hop is today. Continue reading »