Hip Hop with Semtex - Radio 1Xtra's Masterpieces - Kanye West: The College Dropout

As part of Black History Month, Radio 1Xtra celebrates 5 albums that altered the musical landscape at the time of their release. We hear from artists, DJ's and listeners on what makes these albums so special, then you sit back as we play a masterpiece album out in full un-interrupted. Our Hip Hop selection is the debut album from Kanye West - The College Dropout, which broke the mould from gangsta rap. This programme may contain strong language.