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Microphone Check is a groundbreaking documentary about the true origin and history of Hip Hop culture.

This is an incredible narrative of struggle, triumph and resistance through the lens of an art form that has chronicled the emotions, experiences and expressions of Black and Brown communities: Hip Hop. Featuring Killer Mike, Will.i.am, Monie Love, Ice-T, Roxanne Shante, MC Lyte and many more, this is a portrait of the unique relationship between Hip Hop and the political history of the U.S.

How a forgotten track by the Incredible Bongo Band created an anthem on the streets of 1977 Bronx and cemented the foundation of hip hop.

In this inspiring documentary, rapper Ice-T travels around the U.S. to interview a diverse group of rappers about their creative process.