Theme Statement/Questions

1. Theme Statement:Is the Minneapolis/St. Paul hip-hop scene a significant force in underground music?

Sources:

1. Jordan Daley, Fifth Element (hip-hop shop)

2. Paul Thompson, one half of Probable Cause

3. Bryan Larson, local hip-hop fan

4. Brother Ali, local hip-hop artist

5. Ben Williams, local hip-hop fan

Questions:

1. Have the Twin Cities made a significant impact in hip-hop?

2. What do the Twin Cities contribute to hip-hop music?

3. Should the local hip-hop scene try to branch out to the mainstream or stay heavily focused in the underground?

4. Does the local hip-hop scene focus more on artistic integrity or financial ventures?

5. What are common themes used in Twin Cities hip-hop?