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DJ Jazzy Jeff

4 concerts

Philadelphia-born Jeff Townes, aka DJ Jazzy Jeff, renowned for his partnership with Will Smith in DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince, is a pioneer turntablist known for the Transformer scratch. He executive-produced Jill Scott's debut and ran A Touch of Jazz. With Grammy awards for tracks like "Parents Just Don't Understand" and "Summertime," Townes made waves in hip-hop and R&B. His solo works include The Magnificent trilogy and collaborations with Eric Roberson and Freddie Foxx.

JUVENILE

9 concerts

New Orleans rapper Juvenile rose to fame with the Hot Boys and his 2004 hit "Slow Motion." Known for Southern hip-hop and bounce, he's collaborated with Lil Wayne and Mannie Fresh. His platinum albums include *400 Degreez* and *Tha G-Code*. He started UTP Records and his 2006 album *Reality Check* addressed Hurricane Katrina.

Rakim

3 concerts

Rakim, born in Wyandanch, Long Island, is a legendary rapper known for his smooth, jazz-influenced flow and intricate lyrics. As part of Eric B. & Rakim, he released classics like *Paid in Full* and *Follow the Leader*. His solo work includes hits like *The 18th Letter*, collaborating with icons like Dr. Dre and Linkin Park. Rakim’s impact on East Coast rap remains unparalleled.

De La Soul

7 concerts

De La Soul, a pioneering Hip Hop trio from NYC, is renowned for their debut "3 Feet High and Rising." They released 5 more iconic albums, collaborated with Prince Paul, and earned a Grammy nod for 2016's "...And The Anonymous Nobody." After a long battle for rights, their catalog will stream from March 2023.

The Roots

15 concerts

The Roots, formed by Black Thought and ?uestlove in Philadelphia, are known for their innovative rap band style. Their successful albums include "Things Fall Apart," which went platinum, and collaborations with Erykah Badu, John Legend, and Elvis Costello. As the house band for Jimmy Fallon’s show, they gained nationwide fame and numerous Grammys. Notable members included Rahzel and Kamal Gray.

Redman

4 concerts

Redman, born Reginald Noble in Newark, is a hip-hop luminary known for his gruff delivery and funky style. With collaborations featuring EPMD, Method Man, and Christina Aguilera, his career highlights include seven gold and platinum albums, hits like "Blow Your Mind," and Grammy nominations. Redman also made his mark in films like *How High* and TV shows such as *Method & Red*. His work extends through his label Gilla House, with albums like *Muddy Waters Too*. Redman's legacy is cemented as one of hip-hop's most distinctive voices.

LL COOL J

2 concerts

LL Cool J, born in Queens, NY, is a legendary rapper known for hits like "Mama Said Knock You Out" and "I Need Love." Beyond music, he's an acclaimed actor, author, and philanthropist, winning Grammys and a NAACP Image Award. A Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, he starred in NCIS: Los Angeles and hosted Lip Sync Battle.