The presentation of the book “Hip Hop in Sinaloa: Rap and its Economic, Social, and Communicative Aspects” by researcher Christian Torres offered a look at the beginnings of the hip hop movement in Mazatlán and the state during Dialogues of Our History.
In front of dozens of attendees, including friends, break dancers, singers, rap fans, and the general public, the speaker gave an interesting talk that began his research based on the events of the 1990s, when lyrical artists like 69 Locos, who were some of the pioneers, met in the port.
He explained that this movement, coupled with the musical revolution of that era, saw another boom in Mazatlán in the early 2000s, featuring rappers such as Big Fuster, Estilo Callejero, TrenC, and Loco Crimen, flooding the port’s streets with great rap.
“The movement hasn’t stopped; if anyone pays attention, there are still many rap events taking place, some with better production, others with more rustic productions. It’s a movement that exists. Hip-hop culture never rests or dies; it’s constantly evolving,” said Christian Torres.
After more than 40 minutes of presentation, the question and answer session began, with feedback from both sides. Some praised the speaker and others questioned him. Torres asserted that every composer is free to express what they feel, disagrees with prohibitions, and that each composer’s views should be respected.
In conclusion, he stated that Mazatlan rap is unique, and when listening to the lyrics, one perceives the sea breeze, the sunsets, and the palm trees, since Mazatlan people constantly romanticize these types of luxuries found in the port in their lyrics.
