
Loki's History of Scottish Hip-Hop
Award-winning author Darren 'Loki' McGarvey reveals the history of Scottish hip-hop. Looking back at over 30 years of culture he speaks to the pioneers in music, dance and art.
Award-winning author Darren 'Loki' McGarvey reveals the history of Scottish hip-hop.
Looking back at over 30 years of culture, he speaks to the pioneers in music, dance and art, telling a story of young men and women in Scotland overcoming adversity to express themselves in often-challenging circumstances.
Exploring status in culture and language and how young people in the 80s caught on to a industry now worth ten billion dollars a year but are still relatively unknown.
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Darren McGarvey AKA Loki performs his track Paisley
Duration: 01:26
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Breakdancing history
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Broadcasts
- Wed 19 Jun 201923:00
- Sun 23 Jun 201923:15
- Fri 13 Sep 201923:30
- Sat 17 Oct 202023:10
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