Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop(2019)
Hip Hop rose from the EAST, but it was Set in the West
Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop Synopsis
Explores the beginnings of Rap music on the West Coast in the LA area, mostly focusing on Uncle Jamm's Army and Alonzo Williams with the World Class Wreckin' Cru (with footage of Dr. Dre and DJ Yella performing before they created NWA).
Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop (2019) is a documentary film directed by Wolfgang Amadeuz, released on June 29, 2019 with a runtime of 1h 33m. It stars Alonzo Williams, David Storms, Egyptian Lover and Professor Griff.
- Director:
- Wolfgang Amadeuz
- Writers:
- Villalobos Body, David Storms
- Producers:
- Villalobos Body, David Storms, Alonzo Williams
- Production:
- Wolfgang Productions
- Status:
- Released
Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop (2019) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop before you stream it.
Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Alonzo Williams
Alonzo Williams
as Self
- David Storms
David Storms
as Self
- Egyptian Lover
Egyptian Lover
as Self
Professor Griff
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Wolfgang Amadeuz, written by Villalobos Body and David Storms, produced by Villalobos Body, David Storms and Alonzo Williams.
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Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop?
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The main cast of Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop (2019) includes Alonzo Williams, David Storms, Egyptian Lover and Professor Griff. The film was directed by Wolfgang Amadeuz. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop released?
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Set in the West: The Genesis of L.A. Hip Hop was released on June 29, 2019 and runs for 1h 33m.
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