Marcus Reeves
Keynote Speaker: Cultural Critic & Hip-Hop Historian; Author of "Somebody Scream!"; Contributor to The New York Times & Rolling Stone; NYU Writing Instructor
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Marcus Reeves Biography
Marcus Reeves is a cultural critic, journalist, and author who has chronicled the intersection of hip-hop music, Black youth culture, and American politics for more than two decades. Reeves began his career as a freelance writer for The Source, a prominent hip-hop magazine, and went on to contribute to publications including The Washington Post, The San Francisco Chronicle, Playboy, The Village Voice, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and The Crisis, among others. He also served as an editor at The Source.
Reeves is the author of "Somebody Scream! Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power," a work of music criticism and cultural history. The book examines ten influential rap artists, from Run-DMC to Eminem, placing their music and celebrity within a broader socio-political context. It explores hip-hop's evolution from a New York-based musical form to a commercial music movement and a unifying expression for a post-Black Power generation. The book was nominated for a Hurston-Wright Legacy Award and has been recognized for its analysis of hip-hop culture and its impact on American society.
Reeves has contributed essays to books such as "Souls of My Brothers," "Hip Hop: A Cultural Odyssey," and "Vibe's History of Hip Hop." He has worked as a digital content producer for BET.com and VH1.com, published the urban literary journal Tellspin, and hosted and produced a talk and mix radio show on WBAI 99.5 FM. Reeves has appeared in documentaries including "Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World," "Unsung: Big Daddy Kane," and "Be Inspired: The Life of Heavy D."
His second book, "Bronze Shields: A Black Police Organization's Fight for Equality and Justice in Newark, NJ," is an oral history of an African American police organization formed to address discriminatory practices within the Newark Police Department. The book details the organization's decades-long pursuit of equality, justice, and community service, set against the backdrop of Newark's history and significant events that shaped the city.
Reeves teaches writing and entertainment journalism at New York University and offers instruction in interviews and profiles at NYU SPS in the Center for Applied Liberal Arts. As a keynote speaker, Reeves addresses topics such as the rise of rap music following the Black Power and Civil Rights movements, hip-hop activism, its connection to Black Lives Matter, and the influence of technology and hip-hop on American pop culture. He continues to research and write about hip-hop history, exploring its role in shaping contemporary American culture.
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Marcus Reeves is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Music, Author, Journalist, Marketing, Broadcasting, Culture, Political, E-Commerce and DEI.
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Marcus Reeves generally travels from Jersey City, NJ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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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 Anti-Racism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Marcus Reeves for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Marcus Reeves generally travels from Jersey City, NJ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ijeoma Oluo, Charles Blow and Mitzi Miller. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Marcus Reeves for an upcoming event.
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Marcus Reeves Speaking Topics
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Talking Loud and Saying Nothing: Comparing Rap’s Message Music Era to Hip Hop Music’s Current Disconnect from Issues Affecting Urban America.
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One Nation Under Hip Hop: The Impact of Technology and Hip Hop on America’s Pop Cultural Melting Pot in the 21st Century
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Pop/Celebrity/Hip Hop Culture’s Cause, Effect and Legacy on the Presidency of Barack Obama
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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
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The "Straight Outta Compton" Effect: How and Why Hollywood is Mining Hip Hop for the Next Film/TV Genre Boom
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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 Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 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 1.855.383.8805 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, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Music, Author, Journalist, Marketing, Broadcasting, Culture, Political, E-Commerce and DEI. -
Where does Marcus Reeves travel from?
Marcus Reeves generally travels from Jersey City, NJ, 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 1.855.383.8805, 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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