American Rapstar

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MusicDocumentary

2020, Movie, 1h 21min

A new scene of troubled, lo-fi young rappers have emerged from Trump’s America, utilizing the SoundCloud streaming platform to quickly become the most culturally disruptive force in hip hop, shocking the world with their rambunctious antics, prescription drug use, facial tattoos, and rebellious punk energy. What do these newly minted millionaire artists say about the state of youth culture today and the future of the music streaming economy? We examine the SoundCloud rap scene’s biggest stars from within the culture as well placing them in the broader musical context in an attempt to understand how we arrived here and where we are headed.

Country: United States

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6.4

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Critic Ryan Lattanzio

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While a straightforward documentary in the classic sense, it’s polished, affecting, professionally edited, and bursting with big personalities.

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"American Rapstar" is a documentary that explores the rise of a new generation of rappers who have taken the music industry by storm. Through platforms like SoundCloud, these young artists have been able to connect directly with their fans and create a new sound that is raw, unapologetic, and unstoppable. The film follows the journeys of artists like Lil Peep, XXXTentacion, and Bhad Bhabie, who have defied conventions and pushed the limits of what's possible in the music industry. With their unbridled energy and unabashed style, they have captured the hearts of fans around the world and are redefining what it means to be a rap star.

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