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Freestyle Explosion

3 concerts

Freestyle Explosion is a celebrated concert series known for its high-energy showcases of iconic 80s and 90s freestyle and old-school music. It brings together legendary artists like Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, and Exposé, who defined the Latin freestyle and rhythmic dance genres. The event offers a nostalgic journey, celebrating influential acts and their enduring hits.

Stevie B

2 concerts

South Florida-born freestyle/dance-pop trailblazer blending pop, R&B & dance; hits “Because I Love You (The Postman Song),” “Spring Love”; Grammy-nominated.

Johnny O

2 concerts

Johnny O, born Juan Antonio Ortiz in Brooklyn, New York, is a freestyle and dance-pop singer of Cuban and Puerto Rican descent. Known as "The King of Freestyle," he achieved fame with hits like "Fantasy Girl," "Memories," and the duet "Dream Boy / Dream Girl" with Cynthia. His notable singles include "In the Shadow of the Almighty" and "So in Love." He is celebrated for his romantic ballads and dance anthems.

Lisa Lisa

4 concerts

Born in NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen, Puerto Rican pioneer Lisa Lisa (Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam) took freestyle to pop/R&B with Full Force hits “I Wonder…,” “All Cried Out,” “Head to Toe”; platinum/gold.

Rob Base

2 concerts

Harlem-born hip-hop/hip-house pioneer Rob Base (with DJ E-Z Rock): multi-platinum “It Takes Two” (1988), Top 40 hit; Spin Single of the Year.

Color Me Badd

2 concerts

Formed 1985 in Oklahoma City, Color Me Badd are contemporary R&B hitmakers (“I Wanna Sex You Up,” “All 4 Love”), 12M sold, 2 #1s; Grammy noms, AMA/Soul Train wins.

Cynthia

5 concerts

NYC dance/freestyle singer Cynthia (MicMac/Tommy Boy): hits “Change on Me,” “Endless Night,” “Love Me Tonight”; duet w/Johnny O; worked w/Tony Moran.

Trinere

3 concerts

Miami-born freestyle vocalist who helped popularize Miami post-disco with Pretty Tony; known for “I Know You Love Me” and Top 15 club hits “I’ll Be All You Ever Need.”

Freestyle

3 concerts

Freestyle is a Swedish synthpop group formed in 1979, known for their early 1980s hits "Vill Ha Dig" and "Fantasi." The band, recognized for its electronic pop sound, originally disbanded in 1983, with some members later forming Style. They reunited in 1998, re-recording popular tracks. The group continues to perform, with recent re-releases and appearances, maintaining their legacy in music.