50 Years of Hip Hop History: From NYC to the World.
Be a Part Of hip Hop History
Join The Hip Hop Museum for our inaugural benefit gala and celebrate ”50 Years of Hip Hop History: From NYC to the World.” The event will take place on August 24, 2023, 7pm at the iconic Cipriani, 25 Broadway, New York, NY.
At this unforgettable evening, we will welcome and honor the trailblazers, innovators, and business visionaries who have shaped Hip Hop into an influential and global force. This extraordinary black-tie affair will be filled with entertainment and inspiration.
After your red-carpet arrival, dinner, drinks, and outstanding live performances, we will pay tribute to and award the individuals who play a pivotal role in establishing the Official Record of Hip Hop.
Day
THURSDAY AUGUST 24, 2023
Time
VIP COCKTAILS 7PM – 8PM, AWARDS DINNER 8PM – 11PM
Location
Cipriani, 25 Broadway, NY.
Eventpeople
Ari Melber
Ari Melber, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer and attorney, is the host of “The Beat with Ari Melber,” airing nightly at 6 p.m. EST on MSNBC.
Kool DJ Red Alert
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Brad Smith
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Sylvia Rhone
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Lisa Gomez
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Charles Ellis “Chuck” Schumer
U.S. Senator Charles Ellis “Chuck” Schumer has dedicated his career to fighting for New York
Legendary Rapper Yolanda
A true icon of hip-hop, Yo-Yo has left an indelible mark on the industry with her powerful lyrics and empowering messages.
Derrick “D-Nice” Jones
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Wé Ani
The Gala will also feature the soulful melodies of We Ani, a singer who infuses her music with emotional depth and resonance. With her soul-stirring vocals…