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Johnny O

1 concert

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 and raised in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City, Puerto Rican singer Lisa Velez (Lisa Lisa) fronted Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam. Produced by Full Force, she broke out with “I Wonder If I Take You Home” and the platinum album Spanish Fly.

Color Me Badd

1 concert

Color Me Badd is an American contemporary R&B group formed in 1985 in Oklahoma City. Best known for “I Wanna Sex You Up,” “I Adore Mi Amor” and “All 4 Love,” they’ve sold 12M+ records, earned 2 Grammy noms, and won Soul Train and AMAs.

Cynthia

3 concerts

Dance/freestyle artist Cynthia began in 1987, signing to MicMac Records. She released Cynthia and Cynthia II, with singles like Change on Me, Endless Night and Love Me Tonight, plus a Johnny O duet. Later joined Tommy Boy; club single How I Love Him featured K7.

Freestyle

4 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.

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.

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.

The Jets

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

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

Freestyle Explosion Throwback Jam

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Debbie Deb

Born in Miami, freestyle singer Debbie Deb, discovered by Tony Butler, is famous for hits "When I Hear On Music" & "Lookout Weekend." Influential to artists like Black Eyed Peas & Janet Jackson, she now performs on nostalgic tours.

Trinere

Miami-born freestyle vocalist Trinere helped popularize hybrid post-disco club music with Pretty Tony. She debuted in 1984 with “I Know You Love Me” and scored Top 15 Billboard club hits including “I’ll Be All You Ever Need.”