Formation of the rap scene in the city of Córdoba, Argentine (1984-2001)

Abstract

This present work is part of an ongoing research project with an exploratory and descriptive nature; belonging the Program of Cultural Studies (PEC) at the Universidad Nacional Arturo Jauretche (UNAJ) and aims to reflect on the historical background of rap practice in the Argentine. The article seeks to describe the dynamics that contributed to the formation of the rap scene in the city of Córdoba during the period 1984-2001, while also contemplating the organizational systems that emerged from this practice and how the local scene was shaped. Methodologically, oral history was employed, and in-depth interviews were conducted with recognized members of the "old school" group. As a result, it was observed that the local appropriation of rap practice did not occur uniformly, and three distinct experiences were identified. One was a minority movement stemming from the old school of local breakers, another was more closely related to the underground music scene and showed greater development, while the third emanated from rock/pop music groups that only occasionally incorporated rap elements.