POWER PLAY STUDIOS
THE DOCUMENTARY
POWER PLAY STUDIOS DOCUMENTARY
This is the definitive story of the recording studio that was a "bridge from the origins of rap to what it is today"; and the talent behind the scenes that made it possible.
Hear the stories of what it took to bring some of Hip Hop's greatest albums to life, from Eric B. & Rakim, Nas, Salt N Peppa, L.L. Cool J., Biz Markie to B.D.P. "Power Play" is about a family that took the bumps and bruises and made history.
About The Filmmaker
Raised in Queens and the Bronx, Richard Jackson was born into the Hip Hop generation. From Mr. Magic tapes to DJ Clue? the culture helped raise him. Due to a fortuitous turn of events in the early 90's, he met Mack Burnett publisher of Forty Magazine and began a path of journalism that thrives up to today. During his time at Forty, Richard was able to interview some of raps most talented artists including, Notorious B.I.G., Nas, Mobb Deep, AZ, Redman, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Sean Price and many more. His entry into this arena is the basis of what made him perfect for this project. An accomplished filmmaker, Richard has directed documentaries that have been aired on PBS, and in Amazon's All Voices Film Festival as well as theaters throughout the country.
Ol' Dirty Bastard Richard Jackson
Prodigy Mobb Deep Richard Jackson
Ft. Lauderdale Film Fest Pres. WLRN Radio Host Director
Fort Lauderdale Film Fest President
Greg Von Hausch Luiz Hernandez Richard Jackson
POWER PLAY
You could make a film about any one of the albums produced at Power Play. The stories behind them and the talent that crafted them are legendary. Producers like Marley Marl, Hurby Luv Bug, & Large Professor opened the door for a string of hip hop greats that would follow in their wake. When rap music’s most iconic label Def Jam uses your studio as home base, the flow of artists makes for a who’s who in rap that would leave fans speechless; and lightning would strike time and again.
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We Need You!
Did you record at Power Play? Have cool video or photos? We want your input on making this the most complete hip hop documentary. Contact us and be a part of history.
Making a movie that Power Play deserves takes resources and it can only be done with the help of others. There are perks for being a part of this team. Contact us if you are ready to be a part of this epic story.
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