My Voice

A Memoir

De: Angie Martinez, J. Cole - foreword

Narrado por: Angie Martinez

The New York Times Best Seller

Angie Martinez is the "Voice of New York". Now, for the first time, she candidly recounts the story of her rise to become an internationally celebrated hip-hop radio icon.

In her current reign at Power 105.1 and for nearly two decades at New York's Hot 97, Angie Martinez has had one of the highest rated radio shows in the country. After working her way up as an intern, she burst on the scene as a young female jock whose on-air "Battle of the Beats" segment broke records and became a platform for emerging artists like a young Jay Z. Angie quickly became known for intimate, high-profile interviews, mediating feuds between artists, and taking on the most controversial issues in hip-hop. At age 25, at the height of the East Coast/West Coast rap war, Angie was summoned by Tupac Shakur for what would be his last no-holds-barred interview - which has never aired in its entirety and which she's never discussed in detail until now.

Angie shares stories from behind the scenes of her most controversial conversations, from onetime presidential hopeful Barack Obama to superstars like Mary J. Blige and Chris Brown, and describes her emotional, bittersweet final days at Hot 97 and the highly publicized move to Power 105.1. She also opens up about her personal life - from her roots in Washington Heights and her formative years being raised by a single mom in Brooklyn to exploring the lessons that shaped her into the woman she is today.

From the Puerto Rican Day Parade to the White House, Angie is universally recognized as a powerful voice in the Latino and hip-hop communities. My Voice gives an inside look at New York City's one-of-a-kind urban radio culture, the changing faces of hip-hop music, and Angie's rise to become the Voice of New York.

©2016 Angie Martinez (P)2016 Penguin Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Conversations with Angie are always straightforward and in the moment. She interviews how she lives her life, openly and honestly. After everything she has experienced and everyone she has spoken with, this is just the first half of her story. It’s the right time for her memoir; she is a pioneer.” (Shawn “Jay Z” Carter)

"Whenever New York has an opinion, Angie has always been the voice of reason - the voice we were waiting for to ask the right questions.” (Pharrell)

“Angie Martinez is a true friend and supporter of artists. She's a businesswoman, philanthropist, and a True champion of our culture, who has forever altered the landscape of radio and hip-hop music.” (Jennifer Lopez)

A 72 year old White Woman Finds Hip Hop

I loved every moment of the book. Angie does a fabulous job of telling the story of her life, the times and of the new genre. An honest, enlightening, story told with heart.

I could listen to her all day!

This book is so amazing. it's so positive and motivating. I was inspired, and I love the hip hop history time line.

GREAT book for fans of Hip-Hop

Not only is this jam packed with a ton of awesome stories and moments from Hip Hop history and culture, but the way it’s written and the way Angie reads really makes this enjoyable to listen to. As one of the most popular radio personalities EVER, Angie’s been a key player in the industry for decades. I loved hearing her story and I love her insight and humorous takes. I honestly wanna listen to it again! I would totally recommend this for people who are fans of Hip Hop, or who want to know more about its history. It’s a great read and even better audiobook!

transparency

so candid & real
I could have never guessed she was real...I truly am a fan more than ever

Amazing

It's everything I imagined it would be. She is the Oprah of Hip-Hop and more!

Keith Benford

I learn a lot about you Angie and I appreciate you telling your story! A lot of what you said resonated with me and had me thinking about my own situation and how to move. Finding your own voice I this world can be difficult (with so much chatter), but I'm learning how to and navigate my lane...my race. All love to you 💯.

Amazing Storytelling of real accounts

I loved how she told her story from her perspective. I loved going from the complete beginning of her career until her switch to the competition. I felt her as a down to earth spirit and she truly is the Voice of New York!

Inspirational

This book was so refreshing to listen to. Angie is just so real and unapologetic in sharing her story. It was very interesting to hear about her humble start, her loving family, and how each person that was brought Into her life taught her something. It was very cool to hear all about her interview with Tupac.

Great story tellee

I love the fact that Angie read the book and you could feel her emotions. Much respect to Angie for being open and honest.

THE VOICE OF HIP-HOP

After reading this book I'm convinced Angie has surpassed the "Voice of New York" title that she earned years ago. She's the voice of a generation, and the voice of our culture. If I'm Audible, I'm getting her to narrate every hip-hop audiobook from here on out. Great listen!