LOS ANGELES — Hip-hop, the most well-liked style in America, turned 50 this August. Born within the Bronx and unfold to each nook of the world, it’s laborious to search out the phrases to specific the tradition’s affect and legacy - however, hey, that’s what the music is for.

To rejoice this momentous milestone, pioneers Public Enemy and Ice-T will headline The National Celebration of Hip-Hop, free live shows held on the West Potomac Park on the National Mall in Washington D.C. on Oct. 6 and seven.

“Hip-hop is beyond, not just a musical genre,” stated Public Enemy’s Chuck D in a press release. “It’s a cultural movement that has dominated art, fashion, politics, poetry, academia, film and every corner of the world for the past 50 years. This National Celebration brings it all together in one place for the people, by the people.”

Legendary acts like Kurtis Blow, Kid ’n Play, Soulsonic Force, Roxanne Shante, CL Smooth, Melle Mel and Scorpio, The Sugarhill Gang, Peter Gunz, DJ Kevie Kev Rockwell, Mad Skillz, MC Sha-Rock, Busy Bee, Joe Ski Love, Positive Ok, Boogie Black, Mick Benzo can even carry out. Additional acts shall be introduced quickly.

“We are honored to continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop against the backdrop of America’s Capitol with a free event for everyone. I can’t wait to get on stage and do our thing,” stated Flavor Flav in a press release.

Registration for the free live performance is now open at NationalCelebrationofHipHop.com. Tickets are first come, first serve. VIP packages shall be out there for buy on the location as effectively.

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