Kalamazoo Ribfest: Tone Loc Young MC C&C Music Factory & Color Me Badd - Friday in Kalamazoo, MI

Anthony Terrell Smith, known as Tone Loc, is a Los Angeles-born rapper, actor, and voice artist. Famed for his distinctive raspy voice and West Coast hip-hop style, he rose to prominence with hits "Wild Thing" and "Funky Cold Medina." His debut album, "Lōc-ed After Dark," achieved multi-platinum status and garnered him a Grammy nomination and an American Music Award. He is also recognized for his acting and extensive voice work in films and television.

C+C Music Factory, formed in 1989 in New York City by David Cole and Robert Clivillés, pioneered an infectious blend of house, hip hop, and pop. Known for hits like "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)," they earned 35 awards, including five American Music Awards. Their influential sound featured vocalists such as Freedom Williams and Martha Wash.

Rapper Young MC, born Marvin Young, rose to fame with hits like "Bust a Move" and "Wild Thing." His debut album, "Stone Cold Rhymin'," went platinum, and he won a Grammy for Best Rap Performance. Known for his humorous and clever lyrics, he collaborated with Tone-Loc and faced challenges with label Delicious Vinyl. He later explored personal responsibility themes on "Brainstorm." Young continued releasing independent albums, appeared in the film "Up in the Air," and remained active in the music scene.

Color Me Badd, formed in 1985 in Oklahoma City, delivered hits like "I Wanna Sex You Up," achieving two Grammy nods, multiple awards, and over 12 million records sold. The band's music featured in movies and TV shows like "New Jack City" and "Glee." Originally with four members, now Mark Calderon leads, touring with '90s icons like Salt N Pepa.