Hip-hop is far more than just a music genre - it is a philosophy of life. What began to grow as a subculture in the Bronx at the beginning of the 1970s became a worldwide success, and today - boosted by the influence of the American occupation zones - it is impossible to imagine German music history without it. In the 90s at the latest, bands such as the Fantastischen Vier turned German hip-hop into a pop phenomenon and box office hit and put Stuttgart on the map. Since its inception, hip-hop has effortlessly combined disco, funk, and soul influences. A fine selection of DJs will show what this can sound like in the open air at the Karlskaserne; we celebrate the anniversary of 50 years of hip-hop culture with old-school raps through to laid-back party grooves entirely on vinyl records. Legendary veterans of the Stuttgart hip-hop scene will be at the forefront: DJ Friction, DJ Emilio and DJ 5ter Ton from the former Massive Töne, Kolchose and Freundeskreis circles. Also taking part are the multi-talented Femdelic, DeeKay, Dogan and LUCA.

Listen to our playlist!

NOTE: In case of very bad weather, the event will be cancelled and tickets will be refunded. Please check this page on 14 June for further information.

Presented by Ludwigsburger Kreiszeitung

In cooperation with Gaunerei Ludwigsburg

Information about this venue (directions/accessibility/parking) can be found on the page of the location.

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Production image © Mika Vaisanen