Published on July 25th, 2023 | by Dr. Jerry Doby
Hip Hop Royalty Celebrate 50th Anniversary at DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic LIVE! Tour in New York
This past weekend, the iconic Radio City Music Hall played host to an unforgettable celebration of Hip Hop’s illustrious history as DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic LIVE! Tour took center stage. The star-studded event saw a myriad of stylish stars coming together to commemorate the genre’s 50th Anniversary.
The night was filled with electrifying performances and appearances by some of Hip Hop’s finest, capturing the essence of the culture that has shaped generations.
Among the incredible shots below, we witnessed the presence of Hip Hop pioneers who laid the foundation for the genre’s global dominance. The images featured iconic figures such as Grandmaster Flash, Rakim, Grandmaster Melle Mel, Kurtis Blow, and DJ Cassidy himself.
The essence of the night was perfectly encapsulated by the vibrant energy radiating from the crowd, as they immersed themselves in the nostalgia and the spirit of the Hip Hop movement.
Notable personalities like June Ambrose, the renowned stylist and fashion influencer, along with Full Force, DJ SNS, and MC Serch, were also present, adding to the star-studded lineup that made the happening truly remarkable.
The celebration was made possible through the support of Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1, whose collaboration brought DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic LIVE! to life at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in NYC.
As the Hip Hop community and fans around the world continue to commemorate the genre’s incredible 50-year journey, DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic LIVE! Tour stands as a testament to the enduring impact and legacy of this groundbreaking art form.
The night at Radio City Music Hall was an ode to the past, a celebration of the present, and a promise of an even brighter future for Hip Hop.
Photo Credit: JOCO Media
Grandmaster Melle Mel - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Greg Nice + Afterparty Cypher - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Full Force + DJ Cassidy - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
DJ Cassidy + Grandmaster Melle Mel - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Full Force - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Rakim, DJ Cassidy, Kurtis Blow - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
DJ SNS + DJ Cassidy - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Rakim + DJ Cassidy - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
DJ Cassidy - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Grandmaster Flash - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
Kurtis Blow - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
DJ SNS - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
MC Serch - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
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June Ambrose - Martell Cognac, The Black Promoters Collective, and Power 105.1 present DJ Cassidy's PTM LIVE at Radio City Music Hall in NYC
About the Author
Dr. Jerry Doby Journalist, Editor-in-Chief of The Hype Magazine, and Media Consultant. Ph.D. and retired military. Member of ForbesBLK, the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture, and the United States Press Agency. Partner at THM Media Group. Connect with Jerry across social media @jerrydoby_
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