Freestyle Explosion Throwback Jam Tampa Tickets - Amalie Arena

LineUp

69 Boyz

1 concert

The 69 Boyz, from Florida, are rap legends known for their bass-heavy style. Led by Van “Thrill Da Playa” Bryant, they topped charts with hits like “Tootsee Roll” and “WoofWoof,” earning multi-platinum records.

Rob Base

9 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.

Stevie B

3 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.

TKA

5 concerts

TKA, born in NYC’s Latin club scene, were signed by Tommy Boy in 1987. They blend love ballads with hip-hop beats. Known for "Scars of Love" and collaborations in the freestyle genre.

Taylor Dayne

2 concerts

Taylor Dayne, born in the USA, became a star with "Tell It to My Heart." She has 17 Top 20 hits, sold 75M+ records, won awards, and excels in Pop, Dance, and R&B.

Cynthia

4 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.