Hustlers Convention is an album that changed the face of music. It gave the streets a voice and was recited in inner cities across America. Despite being largely forgotten, it still resonates with meaning today. The likes of Fab Five Freddy and Melle Mel can still recite the album word for word. Animation sequences bring to life the epic story contained within the Convention, as its themes interweave with the history and culture that is being explored. Footage from iconic Blaxploitation films of the era and historical archive further bring the period to life. However,... this is more than just a tale of how a sub-culture evolved, it is also a personal and very human story of Jalal's own struggles. [show more]
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Feature documentary telling the story of the album that inspired the evolution of the hip hop scene. 'Hustlers Convention' was released by Jalal Nuriddin under the stage name of Lightnin' Rod in 1973. Although it didn't receive much acclaim at the time, the album has since influenced countless hip hop artists and has been sampled by The Beastie Boys, Wu Tang Clan and Nas, amongst others. Now, determined to give the album the recognition it deserves, director Mike Todd looks at how 'Hustlers Convention' paved the way for a new era in music.
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