Ali, Lorraine. “A Whole New Rap.” Newsweek 144.19 (2004): 56.Academic Search Complete. Web. 1 Oct. 2014.
This source is a periodical. It provides background information about Jin’s immigrant parents and pivotal events in Jin’s childhood that led him to be the music artist he is today. The article also talk about Jin’s coming up in the rap scene with his appearances in rap battles both in the underground scene and in media outlets as well.
Barrett, Catrice. “Hip-Hopping Across China: Intercultural Formulations Of Local Identities.” Journal Of Language, Identity & Education 11.4 (2012): 247-260. Communication & Mass Media Complete. Web. 25 Sept. 2014.
This source is an academic journal. The author of the journal analyzes the international impact of Hip-Hop on different cultures and communities, focusing on the impact the genre has had on China. The author tries to discover the formation of a new Chinese Hip-Hop identity through the use of another theorists framework.
Coates, Ta-Nehisi. “Just Another Quick-Witted, Egg-Roll-Joke-Making, Insult-Hurling, Chinese-American Rapper.” The New York Times Magazine 21 Nov. 2004: 55. Academic OneFile. Web. 1 Oct 2014.
The source is an article. The author’s main point is to explore the role of Jin in the hip-hop community; the role of an Asian-American in a music genre dominated by African-Americans. It also explores Jin’s background and up-bringing.
Fung, Anthony Y. H. “The Emerging (National) Popular Music Culture In China.” Inter-Asia Cultural Studies 8.3 (2007): 425-437. Academic Search Complete. Web. 25 Sept. 2014.
This source is an academic journal. The author discusses the transformation of the role of music in China from one of utility of the government to influence its citizens, to one of popular music for citizen’s pleasure. The article analyzes the role that popular music plays in Chinese culture and how other forces can use popular music for other means, such as to enhance national ideologies.
Huang, Hao. “Why Chinese People Play Western Classical Music: Transcultural Roots Of Music Philosophy.” International Journal Of Music Education 30.2 (2012): 161-176. ERIC. Web. 25 Sept. 2014.
This source is an academic journal. The author analyzes the role western music plays on Chinese culture. Also analyzed is how western music helps tie in and reaffirm Confucian values and ideals and the responses of Chinese governments to the emergence of western music in China.
Jeffries, Michael P. “Hip-Hop Urbanism Old And New.” International Journal Of Urban & Regional Research 38.2 (2014): 706-715. Academic Search Complete. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
This source is an academic journal that takes a look at hip-hop through the lens of urbanism. The author researches hip-hop music by looking at the social organization of black, latino, and other ethnicities in urban in communities. The ultimate goal of the piece is to help redefine what “urban” hip-hop music is and how it affects the ethnic communities that have traditionally made it up.
“JIN AND JUICE – ASIAN-AMERICAN RAPPER OUT TO PROVE THAT HE’S NO ‘GIMMICK'”. New York Post (New York, NY) 2004: Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
This source is an article about Jin’s lyrical content and how some critics believe he is exploiting his race and culture as a marketing gimmick more so than an authentic representation. It contains quotes from Jin responding to criticisms of his race and the racial stereotypes that plague him and his music.
Kelly, Lisa. “THE SMOOTH TALKER.” WWD 2 Sept. 2004: 20B. Academic OneFile. Web. 25 Sept. 2014.
This source is a periodical. The author interviews Jin and talks about the effect fame has had on him. Also discussed is how he presents and utilizes his culture and ethnicity in his music and the role authenticity plays in music. Jin discusses the fine line he has to walk in regards to his heritage in his music as he does not want to overuse it, yet not ignore it altogether either.
Kim, Kevin Y. “Kepping Chinatown: mainstream America’s first Asian-American solo rapper battles myths, markets and the tightrope line between exposure and exploitation.” Colorlines Magazine 2004: 47. General OneFile. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
This source is a magazine article about MC Jin, biographical in nature, talking about Jin’s progress through his music career. The author talk about the impact Jin makes on the Rap music scene as an unorthodox rapper through his race and ethnicity and how impressive his successes have been despite his Asian-American heritage.
N.A. “Jin and Bubba Sparxxx, Uncommon Rappers.” Washington Post, The n.d.: Regional Business News. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
This source is a magazine article talking about Jin and another rapper with a unique style, Bubba Sparxxx. The source contains useful quotes from MC Jin in regards to his performance style and the interaction between performer and audience, emphasizing the mutual connection and communication between the two parties.
Podoshen, Jeffrey S., Susan A. Andrzejewski, and James M. Hunt. “Materialism, Conspicuous Consumption, And American Hip-Hop Subculture.” Journal Of International Consumer Marketing 26.4 (2014): 271-283. Business Source Premier. Web. 25 Sept. 2014.
This source is an academic journal. The journal article uses survey data to connect materialism to hip-hop music and see how the music affects one’s tendencies. The journal article then tries to make connections between the data and historical contexts and reasons why these connections are evident between consumption and a music genre or why consumption might be higher in those that prefer hip-hop music.
“Rapper’s road; JIN AU-YEUNG GOES OFF ON HIS OWN, INDEPENDENT AND IN CANTONESE.” San Jose Mercury News (California). (February 15, 2007 Thursday ): 640 words. LexisNexis Academic. Web. Date Accessed: 2014/10/1.
This source is a news article. The author discusses a project of Jin’s that was done in Cantonese, the language of his parents and his Chinese culture. It is done in an interview style format where Jin answers questions about his career, direction, and how his culture impacts his works.
Strickland, Khalid J. “Jin the emcee battles back.” New York Amsterdam News 20. Oct. 2005: 25+. Academic Search Complete. Web. 1 Oct. 2014
This source is a news article. The article discusses the then-upcoming release of Jin’s sophomore album, “The Emcee’s Propaganda” and notes his progression as a rapper. Also discussed is the influence the Ruff Ryders label has had on Jin and his music career and how that has helped elevate his popularity and success.
Tinajero, Robert. “Hip Hop And Religion: Gangsta Rap’s Christian Rhetoric.” Journal Of Religion And Popular Culture 3 (2013): 315.Project MUSE. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
This source is academic journal that analyzes rap lyrics and funnels them through a religious lens to see the impact of religious and spiritual influences on hip-hop and rap artists. The author uses symbolism and metaphors in the analysis of lyrics.
Tzou, Janet. “Music: Y’all Wanna Be Chinese.” The Village Voice Nov. 2004: 89. ProQuest. Web. 1 Oct. 2014.
This source is a music review. The author is reviewing a musical piece of Jin’s. They analyze the lyrical content of the song and make inferences and deductions from them about the messages Jin is trying to make in his music about race.