# Hip Hop Hometown Maps The New York City Rap Artist Infographic Depicts Rap Heritage By Vivian Lau | Published 2012-06-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-york-city-rap-artist-infographic References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1669995/infographic-a-map-of-new-yorks-hip-hop-heritage) The New York City Rap Artist Infographic shows us exactly what so many of past and present hip hop artists have in common -- their roots in the Big Apple. From featuring vintage big names like Notorious B.I.G., Tupac and 50 cent, to rappers populating the airwaves today, like Jay-Z and Nicki Minaj, and more obscure personalities like Ghostface Killah, this infographic [maps out artists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipcode-heat-map). By organizing them by hometown, fanatics can extrapolate and draw their own interpretations from the visually stimulating resource. This new infographic from 'A Very Small Array' shows a clear connection between [borough and talent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-city-series), which should be no surprise as many artists cite their city as influential factors on their art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Rap Heritage Infographics:** Creating infographics that visually depict the historical roots and connections of rap artists in specific cities, offering a unique way for fans to explore the genre's origins. - **Mapping Hometown Influence:** Using maps to highlight the influence of a rapper's hometown on their music, providing insights into how geographic locations shape artistic expression. - **Artistic Influences From Cities:** Exploring how cities inspire and shape the creative process of hip hop artists, uncovering the connections between urban environments and musical expressions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Data Visualization:** Creating interactive and visually appealing infographics that explore the connections between rap artists and their hometowns, offering an engaging way for fans to understand the genre's heritage. - **Music Streaming Platforms:** Developing features within music streaming platforms that integrate location-based information of rap artists, allowing users to discover new music based on the artist's geographical origins. - **City Tourism and Cultural Marketing:** Utilizing hip hop heritage and the connection between cities and rap artists to attract tourists and promote cultural experiences centered around the genre's historical roots. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rapper-Collaborative Artful Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyline-carpet.md) - [Celebratory Hip-Hop Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiphop-collaboration.md) - [Personalized AI Album Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-album-covers.md) - [Artist-Centric Networking Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-x-snipes.md) - [Hip-Hop-Influenced Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bric-house.md) - [Hip-Hop Craft Beer Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-collab.md) - [Engaging Rap Trivia Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rap-trivia.md) - [Hip Hop-Honoring Exclusive Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chip-shop.md) - [Hip Hop Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-fly-and-fabulous.md)