Hip-Hop: DJ

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Hip-Hop: DJ, issued in 2020, features the image of a DJ, part of the Hip Hop stamp series. The stamp celebrates the art of DJing, an integral part of the hip hop culture that emerged in the Bronx, New York City in the 1970s. The stamp shows a DJ in action, manipulating two records on turntables and using a mixer to blend the sounds together. The background is a vibrant orange, pink and green  graffiti-style design, reflecting the visual aesthetic of hip hop. The stamp recognizes the impact of hip hop music and culture, which has become a global phenomenon and a powerful form of expression for many people.

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The Hip Hop – DJ stamp is part of a set of four stamps released by the United States Postal Service on July 1, 2020, honoring the history and cultural impact of hip hop music. The stamp features a digital illustration of a DJ wearing a hoodie and headphones, with his hands on the turntables and mixer. The colorful background shows the bright lights and energy of a dance party, with speakers and records scattered throughout.

The stamp was designed by Cade Martin, with art direction by Antonio Alcalá. The release of the set was celebrated with events and performances across the country, highlighting the continued influence of hip hop on American culture and music.

The Hip Hop – DJ stamp recognizes the important role that DJs have played in the development and evolution of hip hop music. DJs are responsible for selecting and manipulating the records that form the basis of hip hop tracks, using their skills and creativity to create new sounds and rhythms. The stamp pays tribute to the innovative DJs who have shaped the genre and helped make hip hop a global phenomenon.

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