Masters of the Mic with Doug E. Fresh, Rakim, and more

Aug 17, 2023  ·  Wolf Trap Filene Center, Vienna, VA Wolf Trap Filene Center, Vienna, VA

Masters of the Mic
Aug 17
Masters of the Mic
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Born in Barbados, Doug E. Fresh pioneered beatboxing, mimicking drum machines perfectly. Famous for hits like "The Show/La Di Da Di" with Get Fresh Crew & Slick Rick. Known for 1980s chart success and influential albums like "Oh, My God!"
Rakim, born William Griffin in Wyandanch, NY, revolutionized hip-hop with his smooth flow and complex lyrics. Known for hits like "Paid in Full" with Eric B., he shaped progressive MC techniques and won critical acclaim, maintaining relevance from the 1980s through solo work in the late '90s.
KRS-One, born Kris Parker, led '80s hardcore hip-hop group Boogie Down Productions. Known for politically charged raps, he transitioned to a harder style in the '90s. Collaborated with MC Shan, Marley Marl; celebrated for preserving hip-hop's golden age.
London-born rapper Slick Rick, a top storyteller in early hip-hop, became famous with his 1988 debut. Known for hits like "Children's Story," he's highly sampled by many, including Kanye and Eminem.

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