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Lyrical Swords: Hip Hop and Politics in the Mix, is a powerful, soul stirring collection of essays and interviews with some of the worlds top entertainment professionals.


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Author Adisa Banjoko has been seen on numerous talk shows, radio shows and news channels. Adisa's challenging insights are a breath of fresh air. He is arguably the most fearless, passionate writers known today.

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  • Paperback: 115 pages
  • Publisher: YinSumi Press (September 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0970177119
  • ISBN-13: 978-0970177117
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,878,452 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars There's nothing like it. . . an eclectic yet sensible mix of ideas, February 6, 2006
The Bishop writes and speaks from the heart and from a wise standpoint. But don't get it twisted: He writes as a means of communicating with and empowering those who come into contact with his ideas, not as a way to show off. In other words, he writes so that anyone may understand and appreciate. He's a hip-hop scholar, but it doesn't mean that people need a degree's worth of knowledge to grasp his perspective. I'm looking forward to Vol. 2, which I know is about to come out.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Hip Hop Heart and Soul, February 23, 2005
This books touches on the spiritual aspects of Rap and Hip Hop. The perspective of the book examines a viewpoint that many writers have overlooked in past publications. A world view of the Hip Hop spirit, it acknowledges the music and culture in relationship to religion, specifically Islam and yoga as the book look to an inner space. Hip Hop and Politics in the Mix looks to the heart and soul of Hip Hop life.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Bridge to the Hip-Hop Culture and Its Politics, February 19, 2005
Adisa Banjoko's "Lyrical Swords" is a "must read." If you are looking for legitimate, first-hand knowledge of the Hip-Hop culture, you will find it in this book. Banjoko has a profound knowledge of the community and its potential to change the political mix in America. His book suggests that the many contemplative, spiritual members of the Hip-Hop community are a political force to be reckoned with in the future. This little gem of a book is written in a refreshing, free-style manner, similar to that of the Hip-Hop culture. While it is written in B-boy style (free-style), it is clearly a uniquely intellectual pursuit. Everyone can enjoy this little gem. It is a bridge between those who understand the Hip-Hop culture and those who wish to understand it.

Maria Carr
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5.0 out of 5 stars Read it.
This book left me with a feeling to do some good for the world and the people around me, but it isn't a tree hugger testament or anything like that (no offense to tree huggers)... Read more
Published on February 19, 2005 by M. Watson

5.0 out of 5 stars ENLIGHTENING
Banjoko's book is a smart and critical examination of contemporary Hip Hop culture. His analysis does justice to the culture, discussing all of the aspects of Hip Hop and various... Read more
Published on December 28, 2004 by Octavia Monelli

5.0 out of 5 stars No debate
Banjoko gives a critical, yet honest critique of hip hop's role in society and unlike most "hip hop journalists" he writes from a first-person perspective... Read more
Published on December 24, 2004 by D. Zarazua

5.0 out of 5 stars Hip Hop in balance
Adisa Banjoko does it again. In this piece of urban gold disguised as a paperback, Banjoko sets a higher standard for Hip Hop and Humanity. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Swords for Thought
Refreshing political and social commentary on urgent issues facing mainstream hip-hop, in a time where it is sadly difficult to locate a journalist in popular hip-hop magazines... Read more
Published on December 8, 2004 by N. Garcia

5.0 out of 5 stars Much more than Hip Hop and Politics
Adisa Banjoko possesses nearly unmatched knowledge of the Hip Hop culture, eastern philosophy, martial arts (which probably explains his no-holds-barred approach to writing), and... Read more
Published on December 4, 2004 by Mike Relm

5.0 out of 5 stars honest, engaging and important
There are dozens of books out now about hip hop journalism, but it is refreshing to read one that comes from the heart (and the guts) about hip hop when it was more about... Read more
Published on December 1, 2004 by J. Sanders

5.0 out of 5 stars Should Be Required Reading in High School and College
This book is atomic-so much important information and insight densely packed into relatively few pages. Read more
Published on December 1, 2004 by Jansett Belovodia

5.0 out of 5 stars Lyrical Swordz Vol.1-A Vital Tool For The HIPHOP Generation
Lyrical Swords Vol. 1 by Adisa Banjoko, is truly one of the most interesting and insightful books that I have read in a long time. Read more
Published on December 1, 2004 by Ben Wexler p/k/a MC Wexflav

5.0 out of 5 stars Raw Honesty
This book is filled with Raw Honesty that most authors will not give you.
I look forward to Volume 2.
Published on November 30, 2004 by Nick

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