Cincinnati Music Festival presented by P&G with Young MC, Scarface, and more

Rapper Young MC, born Marvin Young, rose to fame with hits like "Bust a Move" and "Wild Thing." His debut album, "Stone Cold Rhymin'," went platinum, and he won a Grammy for Best Rap Performance. Known for his humorous and clever lyrics, he collaborated with Tone-Loc and faced challenges with label Delicious Vinyl. He later explored personal responsibility themes on "Brainstorm." Young continued releasing independent albums, appeared in the film "Up in the Air," and remained active in the music scene.

Scarface, born Brad Jordan in Houston, pioneered Southern thug rap. Known for gritty, hardcore lyrics, he found fame with Geto Boys and solo hits like "My Block." Collaborated with Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, and 2Pac. Despite mainstream challenges, earned acclaim with "The Fix" and won 2001 Source's "Lyricist of the Year." Hesigned Ludacris to Def Jam South, boosting his legacy.

Sugarhill Gang, pioneers from New York, launched hip-hop with "Rapper's Delight" in 1979, selling over 8 million copies. Known for hits like "8th Wonder" and "Apache," they faded by mid-80s but returned in 1999.