May 10 | Justin Tinsley Discusses It Was All a Dream w/Derrick A. Young at MahoganyBooks
Justin Tinsley writes the story of where Biggie came from, the forces that shaped him, and the legacy he has left behind. Join us!
Join MahoganyBooks as we welcome senior sports and culture reporter with ESPN's The Undefeated, Mr. Justin Tinsley! We are excited to celebrate one of the most famed rapper's of hip hop who's journey was tragically cut short. This year, on May 21st, Biggie would have celebrated his 50th birthday. Mark your calendars for this deep dive into Biggie's life and the journey that made him. Our conversation host is Derrick Young, co-owner of MahoganyBooks.
Doors Open at 6:00 pm | Conversation Begins at 6:30 pm
About the Author: JUSTIN TINSLEY is a senior sports and culture reporter with ESPN’s The Undefeated who has written thought-provoking commentary on the intersection of sports, race, and culture. He is a regular panelist on ESPN’s daily sports debate talk show Around the Horn and is the creator and host of The King of Crenshaw, a 30 for 30 podcast on the late rapper, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and activist Nipsey Hussle. A graduate of Hampton University and Georgetown University, he lives in Washington, DC.
About the Book: In IT WAS ALL A DREAM, Tinsley presents a fresh, insightful telling of the life beyond the legend. This is the story of where Biggie came from, the forces that shaped him, and the legacy he has left behind. The deeply reported biography is based on extensive interviews with those who knew and loved Biggie, including neighbors, friends, DJs, party promoters, and journalists.
IT WAS ALL A DREAM places Biggie’s life in context, both within the history of rap and also the wider cultural and political forces that shaped him, including Caribbean immigration, the Reagan era disinvestment in public education, street life, the war on drugs, mass incarceration, and the booming, creative, and influential music industry of the 1990s.
Face masks must be worn throughout the event.
Event guidelines subject to change.
Parking: Ridesharing highly encouraged. Street parking is limited.
MahoganyBooks is located INSIDE of the Anacostia Arts Center.