Freestyle Explosion Throwback Jam Tampa Tickets - Benchmark International Arena

Freestyle Explosion Throwback Jam with Rob Base, Taylor Dayne, and more

Aug 5, 2023 at 7:30 PM · Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL

LineUp

Rob Base

1 concert

Rob Base, born Robert Ginyard in Harlem, is best known for the hip-hop classic "It Takes Two" with DJ E-Z Rock. The duo's album went platinum and Spin named it Single of the Year. After releasing a solo album, Base reunited with E-Z Rock for Break of Dawn in 1994. E-Z Rock passed away in 2014 and was honored at the Hip Hop Hall of Fame.

Taylor Dayne

4 concerts

Taylor Dayne, born in the USA, became a star with "Tell It to My Heart." She has 17 Top 20 hits, sold 75M+ records, won awards, and excels in Pop, Dance, and R&B.

TKA

1 concert

TKA, born in NYC’s Latin club scene, were signed by Tommy Boy in 1987. They blend love ballads with hip-hop beats. Known for "Scars of Love" and collaborations in the freestyle genre.

Cynthia

3 concerts

Dance/freestyle artist Cynthia, born in New York, launched her career in 1987 with hits like "Change on Me" and "Dream Boy/Dream Girl." Known for collaborations with Johnny O and K7, she was signed to MicMac and later Tommy Boy Records. Her music shifted towards club sounds with remixes by Todd Terry. Cynthia's work includes the album *Cynthia's Greatest Hits*.

Trinere

1 concert

Freestyle icon Trinere, from Miami, teamed with Pretty Tony, excelled in post-disco club music. Hits like "I'll Be All You Ever Need" topped Billboard's club chart. Known for albums like Trinere (1986), collaborated with Brandon Christopher.

69 Boyz

2 concerts

The 69 Boyz, from Florida, are rap legends known for their bass-heavy style. Led by Van “Thrill Da Playa” Bryant, they hit big with 1994’s platinum album "199Quad" featuring the smash "Tootsee Roll," a record-breaking Billboard Rap Chart hit. They also scored #1 with “WoofWoof” and are famed for their dance-floor anthems and lasting influence in hip-hop.