50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Concert at Yankee Stadium to Feature Run-D.M.C. as Headliners

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#run-d.m.c. Run-D.M.C. will be the headliner of the “Hip Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium” concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in the Bronx, New York, which is where the genre originated. This major event will take place on Friday, August 11, and will feature other notable performers like Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, Ice Cube, Eve, Lil’ Kim, Remy Ma, Trina, Fat Joe, EPMD, Ghostface Killah, Slick Rick, Lupe Fiasco, and more.

In addition to all these incredible artists, there will also be a “Pillars of Hip-Hop” set with hip-hop pioneer DJ Kool Herc and Cindy Campbell, Grandmaster Caz, Kurtis Blow, Melle Mel, Roxanne Shanté, Scorpio, and the Sugar Hill Gang. Furthermore, there will also be a “Legendary DJ” segment with Clark Kent, Marley Marl, Mannie Fresh, and Battlecat.

This upcoming concert is one of many events that have been held recently to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Earlier this year, the Grammy Awards held their own 50th celebration, featuring artists like Missy Elliott, Big Boi, Run-D.M.C., Queen Latifah, Method Man, Public Enemy, Busta Rhymes, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and many others.

Run-D.M.C. is considered one of the pioneers of hip-hop and played a significant role in popularizing the genre in the 1980s. They are known for their hits like “It’s Tricky,” “My Adidas,” and “Walk this Way” featuring Aerosmith. This group influenced many other artists who followed in their footsteps and paved the way for the hip-hop genre today.

Overall, the “Hip Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium” concert promises to be an unforgettable event for all hip-hop fans and enthusiasts. With so many influential artists coming together to celebrate the rich history of the genre, this is a must-see event for anyone who wants to experience the roots of hip-hop firsthand. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness a moment in history and celebrate hip-hop’s incredible journey over the last five decades.