Rocking '83 - Bear's Jam

Sep 25, 1983

0h 33m

★ 0.0

Overview

An incredible historic document showcasing the roots of Old School Hip Hop movement with all its disciplines involved: Djing, Mcing, Breakdancing, and Graffiti. Featured in the "NYC: Urban Image" show at MoMA PS1 1983.

Genres

Documentary

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Cast

Graffiti Writer

G-Man

Graffiti Writer

Sharp

Graffiti Writer

Delta

Dezzy Dez

DJ Kay Slay

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