The tree without roots is the tree
without life! Know the Roots!
—P.H.A.S.E. 2, Bazerk. 1991.
Kill Tha G Word pays tribute to P.H.A.S.E. 2’s lifelong battle against the term "Graffiti," coined by the media to describe the emerging Writing movement of which he was a founding father.
"Kill Tha G Word" takes us on a journey through the main Italian cities where Phase 2 traveled. From Milan to Bologna, from Rimini to Turin, each stop on the path reveals unique works left by the artist on the streets, tangible evidence of his presence. The book offers a comprehensive collection of unpublished material, snapshots capturing the essence of that era, alongside drawings, graphics, and notes by the artist, allowing a glimpse into the creative process and the philosophy behind the works that continue to fascinate and inspire.
Through the testimonies of some of the leading figures in the Italian Hip Hop scene who shared unforgettable moments with P.H.A.S.E. 2, we will discover how his time in Italy influenced and helped shape the country's Hip Hop scene, from his arrival in 1984 for Arte di Frontiera to his last appearance in 2012. It is an extraordinary journey where the history of Phase 2 and Italian Hip Hop merge into a unique, irreplaceable street symphony.
KILL THA G WORD - The italian years of P.H.A.S.E. 2
Curated by Maurizio D'Apollo
Dimensions: 24x30 cm
Pages: 412
Cover: Hardcover with silver foil printing and screen printing on front.
Paper: 140 gr natural paper
Photos: About 300, all in full color
Languages: Italian and English
First edition november 2024. Limited to 1000 copies
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