In honor of Hip Hop’s monumental 50th year, the stage is set for an extraordinary musical extravaganza. Public Enemy and Ice-T, two iconic names in the industry, are poised to headline “The National Celebration of Hip Hop.” This once-in-a-lifetime concert will unfold on October 6th and 7th, 2023, at West Potomac Park on the historic National Mall in Washington, D.C.
A roster of legendary performers is primed to ignite the event, including a special DJ Hurricane Beastie Boys Tribute Set featuring esteemed guests. The lineup reads like a who’s who of hip hop history: Kurtis Blow, Kid ‘n Play, Soulsonic Force, Roxanne Shante, CL Smooth, Melle Mel and Scorpio, The Sugarhill Gang, and many more luminaries. Additional artist announcements are on the horizon.
“We are honored to continue to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop against the backdrop of America’s Capitol with a free event for everyone. I can’t wait to get on stage and do our thing,” said Flavor Flav
“Hip hop is beyond, not just a musical genre,” says Chuck D. “It’s a cultural movement that has dominated art, fashion, politics, poetry, academia, film and every corner of the world for the past 50 years. This National Celebration brings it all together in one place for the people, by the people.”
“We are coming to the National Mall itself to bring you authentic Hip Hop for the 50th celebration!” exclaimed Ice-T.
General admission is free but requires pre-registration, with sign-ups commencing on August 23rd at 10 am ET on NationalCelebrationofHipHop.com. The demand is expected to be fierce, as tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For those seeking an elevated experience, VIP party and travel packages will be available for purchase, with exclusive pre-parties and afterparties kicking off the celebrations.
The event is a collaboration between Chasing Live and Mickey Bentson’s The Art of Rap, which features the influential hip-hop pioneer Ice-T. Recognized as a cornerstone of the genre’s inception, Ice-T’s involvement adds to the event’s historical significance, honoring the evolution of hip-hop over five decades.
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