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Rakim

2 concerts

Born William Griffin Jr. in Long Island, rapper Rakim is widely regarded as one of the greatest MCs of all time. As one-half of Eric B. and Rakim in the 1980s and 1990s, he pioneered internal rhyme schemes and released the platinum debut album Paid in Full. He later released solo projects like The 18th Letter.

Big Daddy Kane

5 concerts

Born Antonio Hardy in Brooklyn, hip-hop artist Big Daddy Kane joined the Juice Crew and released his acclaimed debut album, Long Live the Kane, in 1988. Known for his rapid-fire rhyming, he issued albums like It's a Big Daddy Thing and later pursued acting.

Onyx

1 concert

Formed in Queens in 1988, hardcore rap group Onyx achieved mainstream success with their 1993 platinum debut album, Bacdafucup, and its hit single Slam. Led by Fredro Starr and Sticky Fingaz, the group earned a Soul Train Music Award and later released independent and collaborative albums.

Nice & Smooth

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DJ Cassidy

2 concerts

New York DJ Cassidy caught Diddy's attention as a teen and went on to spin for presidential inaugurations and celebrity weddings. Signed to Columbia, he released Paradise Royale in 2014, featuring collaborations with music icons and contemporary artists.

Doug E. Fresh

1 concert

Born in Barbados, Doug E. Fresh became known as the first and best human beatbox in rap. He rose to fame in the mid-1980s, releasing the classic hit The Show/La Di Da Di with his Get Fresh Crew, which included Slick Rick. He followed with albums like Oh, My God!

Chubb Rock

1 concert

Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Brooklyn, Chubb Rock is a rap artist known for his nimble flow. He left pre-med studies at Brown University to pursue music, releasing his 1988 debut album. His 1991 album The One featured his biggest hit, Treat 'Em Right.

Slick Rick

1 concert

London-born hip-hop storyteller Slick Rick rose to fame with his 1988 platinum debut, The Great Adventures of Slick Rick. Known for hits like Children's Story, the Def Jam artist released albums including Behind Bars and the gold-certified The Art of Storytelling, becoming one of history's most sampled rappers.

EPMD

2 concerts

Formed in 1987 by Erick Sermon and Parrish Smith in Brentwood, New York, hip-hop duo EPMD released classic underground albums like Strictly Business and Business Never Personal. Known for hits like You Gots to Chill, they later launched the Hit Squad.

MC Lyte

2 concerts

Pioneering hip-hop artist and actress MC Lyte boasts a 30-year career. She is the first female rapper nominated for a Grammy, the first female artist to earn a gold single, and the first rap artist to perform at Carnegie Hall.

Treach

1 concert

Milk Dee

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Rob Base

Harlem rapper Rob Base (Robert Ginyard) rose with DJ E-Z Rock on the 1988 multi-platinum hit It Takes Two, a hip-house touchstone. The single and album went platinum, earning Spin Single of the Year. His 1989 solo LP was The Incredible Base.

Monie Love

3rd Bass

Queens/Brooklyn rap trio (MC Serch, Pete Nice, DJ Richie Rich) on Def Jam; smart, funny hip-hop. Gold LPs; “Gas Face,” “Pop Goes the Weasel”; early Nas; prod. Sam Sever.

Special Ed

Brooklyn rapper Special Ed (Ed Archer): sharp, mature rhymes; debuted on Profile with Hitman Howie Tee, went gold-ish; “Crooklyn” (Crooklyn Dodgers); worked with 2Pac.

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Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena Arena Capacity: 7,000

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA

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+1 609-449-1000

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About Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena is a 7,000-capacity multi-purpose arena in Atlantic City, NJ, originally opened in 1990 as part of the Trump Taj Mahal and extensively renovated in 2018. This modern venue hosts a diverse range of major touring artists, concerts, comedy shows, and sporting events, offering an immersive entertainment experience with advanced production capabilities.