DJ Cassidy New York Tickets - Radio City Music Hall

DJ Cassidy with Doug E. Fresh, Roxanne Shant'e, and more

Jul 21, 2023 · Radio City Music Hall, New York, NY Radio City Music Hall, New York, NY

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Rakim

1 concert

Rakim, born William Griffin in Wyandanch, NY, revolutionized hip-hop with his smooth flow and complex lyrics. Known for hits like "Paid in Full" with Eric B., he shaped progressive MC techniques and won critical acclaim, maintaining relevance from the 1980s through solo work in the late '90s.

Slick Rick

2 concerts

London-born rapper Slick Rick, a top storyteller in early hip-hop, became famous with his 1988 debut. Known for hits like "Children's Story," he's highly sampled by many, including Kanye and Eminem.

The Sugarhill Gang

5 concerts

Sugarhill Gang, pioneers from New York, launched hip-hop with "Rapper's Delight" in 1979, selling over 8 million copies. Known for hits like "8th Wonder" and "Apache," they faded by mid-80s but returned in 1999.

Doug E. Fresh

2 concerts

Born in Barbados, Doug E. Fresh pioneered beatboxing, mimicking drum machines perfectly. Famous for hits like "The Show/La Di Da Di" with Get Fresh Crew & Slick Rick. Known for 1980s chart success and influential albums like "Oh, My God!"