A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop Inglewood Tickets - YouTube Theater

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DJ Jazzy Jeff

1 concert

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.

Luniz

1 concert

Oakland rap duo Luniz, formed by Yukmouth and Numskull, hit fame with "I Got 5 on It" from their debut album Operation Stackola, toppling Michael Jackson on charts. Known for humorous lyrics on life.

T.I.

9 concerts

Atlanta-born rapper T.I., once called "the Jay-Z of the South" by Pharrell Williams, is known for hits like "Whatever You Like" and albums such as "Paper Trail." Collaborating with artists like Young Thug and Meek Mill, he has left a mark on the Atlanta rap scene. Despite legal issues, T.I. achieved commercial success, with several Top Ten albums and Grammy nominations. He has also acted in films like Ant-Man and starred in VH1's "The Family Hustle."

JUVENILE

4 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.

GloRilla

6 concerts

Memphis rapper GloRilla rose to fame with viral hit "FNF (Let's Go)" and signed with CMG/Interscope. Known for hits like "Yeah Glo!" and collab with Megan Thee Stallion, she’s a multi-Grammy nominee and Billboard's 2024 Hottest Female Rapper.

Rakim

2 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.

Jeezy

8 concerts

Atlanta rapper Jeezy, pioneer of Southern trap, is known for his gruff voice and powerful raps. His debut album, "Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101," elevated his status.

Digable Planets

9 concerts

Digable Planets, formed by Ishmael Butler, Mary Ann Vieira, and Craig Irving, fused jazz and hip-hop with hits like "Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat)." Their debut album, "Reachin'," won them a Grammy for Best New Duo or Group. Known for their laid-back jazz-rap style, they released the acclaimed "Blowout Comb" and toured with live musicians.

Too $hort

12 concerts

Too $hort, born Todd Shaw in L.A., is a pioneering West Coast rapper known for explicit lyrics and sparse instrumentals. He released his breakthrough album, "Born to Mack," in 1988, earning gold certification. Collaborating with legends like 2Pac, Notorious B.I.G., and Jay-Z, Too $hort's hits include "The Ghetto" and "Blow the Whistle." He's achieved multiple platinum albums and continues influencing hip-hop with projects like his 2020 collaboration with E-40.

Warren G

4 concerts

Warren G, born Warren Griffin III, is a pioneering American rapper and producer known for the iconic 1994 track “Regulate” with Nate Dogg. He has sold 8-10 million records globally. Now, Warren G is expanding into the culinary arts, drawing on his family history.

DJ Quik

3 concerts

DJ Quik, born David Marvin Blake in Compton, is a revered rap figure known for his funk-inspired beats. His debut, *Quik Is the Name* (1991), went platinum with hits like "Tonite." He worked with AMG, Tony! Toni! Toné!, and produced for Snoop Dogg and Jay-Z. His albums like *Way 2 Fonky* and *Safe & Sound* are gold-certified. He also formed Mad Science label and collaborated with Kurupt, releasing *BlaQKout* in 2009.

Three 6 Mafia

1 concert

Three 6 Mafia founders DJ Paul and Juicy J, from Memphis, shaped Hip Hop with over 20 years of hits, collaborating with Outkast, T.I., and more. Juicy J achieved major success with Grammy-nominated "Dark Horse" and solo works with Travis Scott, while DJ Paul produced for Drake's platinum Scorpion. Both boast Gold/Platinum singles and MTV/AMA awards, influencing modern crunk and Phonk sounds.

Talib Kweli

15 concerts

Talib Kweli, born in Brooklyn, is acclaimed for insightful lyrics and technical skill. Key works include Black Star with Mos Def and Reflection Eternal with DJ Hi-Tek. Solo highlights are Quality and Eardrum, achieving Billboard success. He collaborated with Kanye West, Madlib, and Diamond D. Known for critical acclaim and collaborations with Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar. He founded Javotti Media and hosts The People's Party podcast.

Big Daddy Kane

2 concerts

Brooklyn-born Big Daddy Kane, alias for Antonio Hardy, emerged in the late '80s as a hip-hop icon. Known for his smooth style and Afrocentric themes, Kane was part of the Juice Crew, collaborated with Biz Markie, and released classics like "Ain't No Half-Steppin'." He gained fame with hits such as "Smooth Operator" and worked alongside legends like Barry White. Despite a dip with the 1991 album Prince of Darkness, Kane's influence remains substantial in the genre.

The Pharcyde

1 concert

Formed in South Central LA, the Pharcyde are an alternative rap quartet known for their debut gold album 'Bizarre Ride II' and hits like "What’s Up Fatlip". They gained fame with unique style and collaborated with De La Soul & A Tribe Called Quest.

Arrested Development

3 concerts

Trailblazing since 1991, Arrested Development infused Hip-hop with African sounds, winning 2 Grammys for hits like "Tennessee." They've supported causes and shared stages with icons like Nelson Mandela and Barack Obama.

?uestlove

1 concert

Philadelphia-born Questlove, drummer for the Roots, has co-led the group with Black Thought since 1987. Known for Grammy-winning albums and collaborations with D'Angelo and Erykah Badu, he played a defining role in neo soul. As a producer, author, and DJ, he's gained acclaim for directing "Summer of Soul," earning an Oscar. The Roots became Jimmy Fallon’s house band, enhancing his hip-hop ambassador status. With projects like "Plumb," his versatile talents continue to influence music and culture worldwide.

Gunna

24 concerts

Born in College Park, GA, Gunna, known for his laid-back style, rose to fame with hits like "Drip Too Hard." He often collaborates with Young Thug, Lil Baby, and Travis Scott. His albums frequently top the Billboard 200, including WUNNA and DS4Ever.

E-40

4 concerts

Bay Area rapper E-40, born in Vallejo, known for inventive slang, achieved national fame with "In a Major Way" (1995) and hits like "Tell Me When to Go." He has collaborated with 2Pac, Lil Jon, T-Pain, and Mount Westmore (with Snoop Dogg, Too $hort, Ice Cube). His entrepreneurial spirit revitalized the hyphy scene, with albums frequently hitting the top charts and reaching gold status.

1 concert

Compton’s YG is a Grammy-nominated rapper known for West Coast hip-hop hits like "Toot It and Boot It," "My N*gga," and "Big Bank." He’s worked with Nipsey Hussle, J. Cole, and more.