«An extraordinary and informative interdisciplinary look into the diversity and complexity of hip-hop in the Francophone world that takes the reader from its inner circles in Paris and Marseilles through the Caribbean, Canada, and West Africa.»

Eric Charry, professor of music, Wesleyan University

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The book could have benefited from a more clearly demarcated thematic structure. However, the lack of structural unity reflects the variety of hip-hop itself, with all its border-crossing diversity, theoretical implications, and practical manifestations. With this caveat in mind, this is a must-read for French or Francophone studies instructors.

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The French Review

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‘Hip-Hop en français’: An Exploration of HipHop Culture in the Francophone World – like its predecessor – is an incontournable for any researcher in the fascinating field of contemporary Text and Music Studies.

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Archiv für Textmusikforschung

«A highly stimulating and adventurous collection showcasing the vibrant hip-hop scene in the French speaking world.»

Olivier Bourderionnet, associate professor of French, The University of New Orleans