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Houston Hip Hop Research Collection

DJ Screw Papers
Houston Hip Hop Recording Artists Collection
Houston Hip Hop Recording Artists Collection
HAWK Papers
Samplified Digital Recording Studio Records
DJ Screw Sound Recordings
HAWK Papers
Pen & Pixel Graphics, Inc. Records

Hip Hop Collections

Digital Collections for Houston Hip Hop

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About This Collection

The Houston Hip Hop Research Collection documents the unique music and culture of Houston hip hop. Among its riches are approximately 1500 vinyl records owned by DJ Screw, originator of the “chopped and screwed” genre. The personal and business papers of other musical and visual artists are also represented. This collection captures the creativity and drive of the musicians, producers, visual artists, and entrepreneurs who built an independent music scene in this city which has influenced others around the world.

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Updated on May 21, 2026