Atmosphere with Cypress Hill, Lupe Fiasco, and more

Chicago-born Lupe Fiasco is a Grammy-winning hip-hop artist known for his cerebral lyrics and hits like "Superstar" and "The Show Goes On." He gained fame with Kanye West's "Touch the Sky" and achieved success with albums like Food & Liquor and Lasers. Lupe's collaborations include Ed Sheeran and producer Soundtrakk. His creative independence and innovation have kept him influential. Besides music, he serves as a visiting professor at MIT.

Atmosphere's album "So Many Other Realities Exist Simultaneously," featuring Slug's introspective raps and Ant's dynamic, inventive production, blends comfort with palpable tension. Known for delving into paranoia, perspective, and optimism, the album emphasizes hope amid anxiety, with songs like "Okay" and "Still Life" standing out.

Formed in South Central LA, the Pharcyde are an alternative rap quartet known for their debut gold album 'Bizarre Ride II' and hits like "What’s Up Fatlip". They gained fame with unique style and collaborated with De La Soul & A Tribe Called Quest.

DJ Abilities, born Gregory Keltgen, is a Hip-Hop DJ known for his precise scratches and versatile beats. He gained fame as part of the duo Eyedea & Abilities, contributing to the Indie-Rap movement with three acclaimed albums. He competed in the DMC DJ battles, reaching the U.S. finals twice, and worked with notable artists, including El-P. His work continues to influence the genre after Eyedea's passing in 2010.