Marcus Reeves

Marcus Reeves

Keynote Speaker: Cultural Critic, Digital Content Producer at BET.COM, Author of "Somebody Scream!: Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power"

Marcus Reeves Biography

Marcus Reeves has written about pop music, Black youth culture and politics for over 20 years. He is the author of "Somebody Scream! Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power", which was nominated for a Hurston-Wright Legacy Award.

He is also the host and producer of a talk/mix radio show named after his book on WBAI 99.5 FM. A former digital content producer for both BET.com and VH1.com, Reeves has also contributed essays to books, including "Souls of My Brothers, Hip Hop: A Cultural Odyssey", and "Vibe’s History of Hip Hop", and his writing has appeared in The Washington Post, The San Francisco Chronicle, Playboy, the Village Voice, The New York Times, and Rolling Stone. Reeves teaches Interviews and Profiles at NYUSPS in the Center for Applied Liberal Arts.

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Marcus Reeves Speaking Topics

Talking Loud and Saying Nothing: Comparing Rap’s Message Music Era to Hip Hop Music’s Current Disconnect from Issues Affecting Urban America.

One Nation Under Hip Hop: The Impact of Technology and Hip Hop on America’s Pop Cultural Melting Pot in the 21st Century

Pop/Celebrity/Hip Hop Culture’s Cause, Effect and Legacy on the Presidency of Barack Obama

The Rise of Rap Music in The Aftershock of Black Power/Civil Rights Movement: How Hip Hop’s Activism Gave Rise to Black Lives Matter

The "Straight Outta Compton" Effect: How and Why Hollywood is Mining Hip Hop for the Next Film/TV Genre Boom

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What topics does Marcus Reeves speak about?

Marcus Reeves is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Social Activism, Diversity & Inclusion, Music, Authors, Journalism, Marketing, Broadcasting, Culture, Political and E-Commerce.

Where does Marcus Reeves travel from?

Marcus Reeves generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Marcus Reeves?

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Marcus Reeves is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Black Heritage, Social Activism and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Marcus Reeves for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Marcus Reeves generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Michael Eric Dyson, Anita Hill and Ijeoma Oluo. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Marcus Reeves for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/09/2024.

Marcus Reeves Speaking Topics

  • Talking Loud and Saying Nothing: Comparing Rap’s Message Music Era to Hip Hop Music’s Current Disconnect from Issues Affecting Urban America.

  • One Nation Under Hip Hop: The Impact of Technology and Hip Hop on America’s Pop Cultural Melting Pot in the 21st Century

  • Pop/Celebrity/Hip Hop Culture’s Cause, Effect and Legacy on the Presidency of Barack Obama

  • The Rise of Rap Music in The Aftershock of Black Power/Civil Rights Movement: How Hip Hop’s Activism Gave Rise to Black Lives Matter

  • The "Straight Outta Compton" Effect: How and Why Hollywood is Mining Hip Hop for the Next Film/TV Genre Boom

  • How do I book Marcus Reeves to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Marcus Reeves for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Marcus Reeves, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Marcus Reeves or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Marcus Reeves for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Marcus Reeves, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Marcus Reeves are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Marcus Reeves, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Marcus Reeves speak about?

    Marcus Reeves is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Social Activism, Diversity & Inclusion, Music, Authors, Journalism, Marketing, Broadcasting, Culture, Political and E-Commerce.
  • Where does Marcus Reeves travel from?

    Marcus Reeves generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Marcus Reeves?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Marcus Reeves for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Marcus Reeves for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Marcus Reeves or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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