Freestyle Explosion Throwback Jam Orlando Tickets - Kia Center

LineUp

Rob Base

10 concerts

Rob Base, born Robert Ginyard in Harlem, is best known for the hip-hop classic "It Takes Two" with DJ E-Z Rock. The duo's album went platinum and Spin named it Single of the Year. After releasing a solo album, Base reunited with E-Z Rock for Break of Dawn in 1994. E-Z Rock passed away in 2014 and was honored at the Hip Hop Hall of Fame.

The Jets

4 concerts

The Jets, a band of 8 siblings from a Tongan family in Minneapolis, hit fame in 1986-89 with songs like "Crush on You." Known for dance-pop, they achieved gold albums before shifting to gospel in the '90s.

Stevie B

2 concerts

Stevie B, born in South Florida, is a seminal figure in freestyle and dance-pop, known for hits like "Because I Love You" and "Spring Love," earning Grammy nods.

Cynthia

2 concerts

Dance/freestyle artist Cynthia, born in New York, launched her career in 1987 with hits like "Change on Me" and "Dream Boy/Dream Girl." Known for collaborations with Johnny O and K7, she was signed to MicMac and later Tommy Boy Records. Her music shifted towards club sounds with remixes by Todd Terry. Cynthia's work includes the album *Cynthia's Greatest Hits*.

Trinere

3 concerts

Freestyle icon Trinere, from Miami, teamed with Pretty Tony, excelled in post-disco club music. Hits like "I'll Be All You Ever Need" topped Billboard's club chart. Known for albums like Trinere (1986), collaborated with Brandon Christopher.

Lisa Lisa

10 concerts

Lisa Velez, known as Lisa Lisa of the 80s supergroup Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, was born in Hell's Kitchen, NYC. Renowned for freestyle and Latin pop hits like "I Wonder If I Take You Home" and "Head to Toe," she was the first Puerto Rican/Latino artist to hit the Pop and R&B charts. Collaborating with Full Force and C&C Music Factory, her platinum hits influenced artists like J-Lo and Cardi B, making her a pivotal figure in Latin music.

Color Me Badd

5 concerts

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.