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Description
An in-depth exploration of the musical work of Tyler, The Creator as a watershed in American hip-hop culture, this book considers the audiovisual work of Tyler through close analyses of his music videos, lyrics and performances as a rapper, music producer and music video director.
The book examines Tyler through thoughtful discussions on race and racism, calling on the work of Frantz Fanon, and music videos such as “Yonkers”, “Buffalo” and “Find Your Wings,” as well as the author's ethnographical work in Los Angeles. Featuring an interview with Luis “Panch” Perez; Director of Photography for Tyler's music videos, Tyler the Creator's Remaking of Hip Hop is a fascinating look at the productions of one of the most intricate rappers in the current music industry.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
Introduction
1. Oversaturation with Gangsta-Related Stereotypes
2. Riding the Web: A Virtual Ethnography of Tyler's Creations
3. Yonkers: The Beginning of a Possible Music-Video Trilogy
4. Resurrection, Insurrection and Resolution in “Buffalo” and “Find Your Wings”
5. Sorry, Not Sorry: The Intermedial Nature of Tyler's Musical Work
Conclusion
References
Product details
| Published | Jan 08 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (PDF) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 224 |
| ISBN | 9798765124154 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Series | New Approaches to Sound, Music, and Media |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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