Nelson George is the author of fourteen books of fiction and non-fiction, including The Death of Rhythm and Blues and Hip-Hop America, both nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award. He wrote about hip-hop for Billboard and The Village Voice in the 1970s and'80s. He lives in Brooklyn.

"Thoughtful and witty...As a critic, Mr. George is an intelligent, informed insider; as a storyteller he presents fascinating characters." - New York Times Book Review "A pure joy to read." - Seattle Times"