Where We're From: Rise of L.A. Underground Hip Hop

An exploration of the emergence of L.A.’s “underground” hip hop culture of the late 1990s-early 2000s, recounted first-hand by some of its architects: the creators of Club Elements. Every respected independent MC in the nation came through to Club Elements. This documentary chronicles that vibrant time in Los Angeles’ underground Hip Hop scene and shows a side of L.A.’s subculture that is responsible for an independent movement that spawned a slew of widely recognized and celebrated artists.

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Cast

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  Talib Kweli

  Self
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  Vincent Mason

  Self
• Aceyalone

  Self
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  Abstract Rude

  Self
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  Myka 9

  Self
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  Ellay Khule

  Self

Crew

• Director · Mark Breeze
• Director · Al Bonds