Film·2012·1h 22m

Founding Fathers (The True Origins of Hip Hop)

MusicDocumentary

"Founding Fathers" is an illuminating documentary that unveils the untold stories of overlooked street DJs from diverse boroughs of 1970s New York City, who played a pivotal role in shaping the foundations of Hip Hop culture. Through intimate interviews and compelling narratives, this captivating film resurrects the forgotten legacy of Nu Sounds, GrandMaster Flowers, DJ Hollywood, and other pioneers, shedding light on their profound contributions that have been hidden for decades.

Directed by Hassan Pore, Ron Lawrence

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6 credited

Grandmaster Flowers
Grandmaster Flowers
Pete DJ Jones
Pete DJ Jones
Master D aka DJ Lance
Master D aka DJ Lance
Infinity Machine
Infinity Machine
DJ Hollywood
DJ Hollywood
Chuck D
Chuck D

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