Rhyme Fest in Los Angeles - Aug 16, 2025

Conway the Machine

1 concert

Buffalo's Conway the Machine, co-founder of Griselda Records, is famed for his gritty bars and menacing delivery. Surviving a near-fatal shooting, he embraced a slower flow with a unique slur. Debuting with *From King to a God* and the acclaimed *God Don't Make Mistakes*, he's achieved a prolific career. Known for tracks like "Bang" with Eminem and collaborations with Method Man. He now focuses on his own label, Drumwork, continuing his legacy with works like *Won't He Do It*.

DJ Quik

23 concerts

DJ Quik, born David Marvin Blake in Compton, is a revered rap figure known for his funk-inspired beats. His debut, *Quik Is the Name* (1991), went platinum with hits like "Tonite." He worked with AMG, Tony! Toni! Toné!, and produced for Snoop Dogg and Jay-Z. His albums like *Way 2 Fonky* and *Safe & Sound* are gold-certified. He also formed Mad Science label and collaborated with Kurupt, releasing *BlaQKout* in 2009.

Dead Prez

7 concerts

Florida rap duo Dead Prez, known for politically charged lyrics, debuted with "Let's Get Free" in 2000. Famous for hits like "It's Bigger Than Hip-Hop." Worked with Big Punisher, Outlawz & more.

Tha Alkaholiks

1 concert

West Coast party rap trio tha Alkaholiks, from Cincinnati and LA, rose in the '90s with hits like "Likwit." Known for fun vibes, they worked with King Tee, Q-Tip, Ice Cube, and Too Short.

The Alchemist

27 concerts

The Alchemist, a Beverly Hills-born producer and DJ, is renowned for his sample-heavy beats in hip-hop, collaborating with icons like Mobb Deep, Nas, and Lil Wayne. Known for albums with Prodigy, Curren$y, and Freddie Gibbs, his notable projects include "1st Infantry" and "Russian Roulette." As Eminem's DJ, his work spans rock and electronica collaborations, like with Linkin Park and Morcheeba. His Billboard success includes "The Great Escape" with Larry June and "Life Is Beautiful" with 2 Chainz. He's pivotal in rap with continuous collaborations and instrumental EPs.

Raekwon

21 concerts

Raekwon, born in NYC, is a legendary Wu-Tang Clan rapper, famed for his 1995 solo debut, "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx..." or the "Purple Tape." A pioneer of mafioso rap, the album was lauded by The Source. He has guest appearances on numerous songs while running Hashstoria and The Purple Factory.

Dilated Peoples

1 concert

Dilated Peoples, a West Coast hip-hop group, formed in the mid-'90s by Evidence and Rakaa, known for tracks like "Work the Angles," includes DJ Babu. They've collaborated with artists like Talib Kweli and Capleton, released popular albums such as The Platform and 20/20, and were featured in the documentary Scratch.

Murs

5 concerts

Murs, a fearless rapper from Los Angeles, founded 3 Melancholy Gypsys and joined Living Legends. Known for albums like Murs For President, he collaborated with 9th Wonder, Kendrick Lamar, and more. He set a Guinness World Record for rapping 24 hours non-stop.

Xzibit

14 concerts

Born Alvin Nathaniel Joiner in Detroit, MI, Xzibit rose from underground rapper to renowned West Coast MC in the late '90s. Known for hits like "Paparazzi" and "What U See Is What U Get," he worked with notable artists such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Eminem. His album "Restless" went platinum. He later gained fame as the host of MTV's "Pimp My Ride" while also pursuing acting, appearing in films like "8 Mile" and "XXX: State of the Union." Despite facing financial troubles, Xzibit made a musical return with "Napalm" in 2012.

Swollen Members

7 concerts

Canadian rap duo Mad Child and Prevail formed a band known for energetic West Coast style. They've won two Juno Awards, toured widely, and worked with Nelly Furtado and Jurassic 5.

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