{"title":"Hau Latukefu","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the compelling works of Hau Latukefu in our Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category. Hau Latukefu, known for his dynamic presence in the Australian music scene as a prominent hip-hop artist and a staunch advocate for the power of storytelling, brings his narrative prowess to the written word. His work resonates with themes of resilience, identity, and cultural heritage, offering readers a profound glimpse into his life journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong these insightful reads is \u003cem\u003eKING\u003c\/em\u003e, a memoir that delves into Hau's personal and professional evolution. This book chronicles his experiences growing up in a Tongan family in Australia, discovering his passion for music, and striving to make a difference through art and community engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of his music or new to his storytelling, Hau Latukefu's books promise to inspire and engage. Dive into his narratives to uncover the rich tapestry of experiences that have shaped this influential creative force.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"king-by-hau-latukefu-9781761046308","title":"KING","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRap pioneer, ARIA-winner, radio presenter, taste-maker, producer, label-owner, mentor - Hau Latukefu recounts his journey from Queanbeyan, aka 'Struggle Town', to the top of Australian hip hop in this inspiring memoir about the meaning of family, the art of the grind and what it takes to spark a music revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe son of first-generation Tongan immigrants, Hau drew on the legacy of his name (meaning \u003cem\u003e'King'\u003c\/em\u003e) to become one of the nation's most influential musical artists. But the best stories often come from the humblest beginnings. A promising junior rugby player, Hau decided in his teens to trade in the footy boots for Hammer pants, soaking up every bar and breakbeat of the new sound and culture exploding out of urban America - DJ Kool Herc and LL Cool J, mix-tapes and graffiti, velour Kangols and \u003cem\u003eBeat Street\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetermined to be more innovator than imitator, the rhymes that eventually burst from his volumes of notebooks and epic freestyle sessions with friends and co-conspirators would express what was happening in his backyard, in his community, in his voice. Along with DJ Danielsan, Hau would form Koolism, one of the seminal acts in Australian hip hop and winner of the ARIA's inaugural Best Urban Release award in 2004.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis bolt from the blue began a professional journey that would evolve over decades and play out over iconic albums, reflecting the simple joys of life, the love of family, the loss of faith and the tragedy of lives cut short. When Hau decided to pass the mic, it also announced his next incarnation - acting as mentor and producer for a new generation of up-and-coming Australian artists, including the gritty drill-rap phenomenon out of Mount Druitt - OneFour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46372832215276,"sku":"9781761046308","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781761046308.jpg?v=1744820678"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/hau-latukefu.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}