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New York in the 1980s was a city tormented by violent crime. But despite the violence some found room for creativity. Hip hop culture was in full bloom and a group of young graffiti artists became famous for their determination to keep the subway trains colourful despite the city's zero-tolerance policy towards graffiti. They became known as the infamous RIS crew, waging a war with the city's authorities. As a result, they took over New York with style, becoming one of the world's most influential graffiti crews. This is their story.

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The trains may have been buffed, but Rockin' It Suckers proves the RIS crew's indelible mark on New York City and graffiti culture worldwide.” -- Abbey Goodman, Executive editor at RollingStone.com

The trains may have been buffed, but Rockin' It Suckers proves the RIS crew's indelible mark on New York City and graffiti culture worldwide. -- Abbey Goodman, Executive editor at RollingStone.com

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KET is a hustler of culture and the author of several books on the subject of graffiti: Graffiti Planet, Graffiti Planet 2, Sento: The Fantastic Partners, Part One: The Death Squad, and New York City Black Book Masters. He is a frequent lecturer at universities and conferences around the world on the topic of graffiti and public art. He has been painting for over 20 years. Cousin Frank is a painter of both canvas and train. He developed his unique technique through his involvement in the New York graffiti movement, where he became recognized for his original style and vibrant color combinations. Today, his artwork is exhibited both in esteemed galleries and on the sides of the trains. Cousin Frank is a frequent collaborator with the Stussy clothes label and his work can be found in their shops worldwide.He has been painting for over 30 years.

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