Hip-Hop

Cupid & The Dance Party Express Band

Sun, 03/17/24

In 2007, Bryson “Cupid” Bernard shuffled his way into the hearts of millions with the up-tempo party song “Cupid Shuffle,” which also inspired the popular dance craze of the same name. From appearances on nationally syndicated TV and radio talk shows such as Dr. Oz, Steve H... Read more

Slangston Hughes & The Rimless Bently

Tue, 03/12/24

Slangston Hughes & The Rimless Bentley features Slangston Hughes NOLA, a New Orleans hip-hop artist and DJ, who performs live with several bands, including The Rimless Bentley, at festivals and parties across the city. Hughes can also be heard hosting Draw Fo Radio along wi... Read more

Kings of Brass

Tue, 03/12/24

The Kings of Brass are a group of New Orleans natives that infuse Jazz, Funk, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Rock 'N' Roll. Bio Provided by FQF Inc. Read more

Mia X

Wed, 02/14/24

Mia X is a mother, recording artist, actress, best-selling author, philanthropist and cook from New Orleans, Louisiana. Born Mia Young, the self-described “Biggest Mama Mia” was raised in the Lafitte Housing Project and began her music career in 1984, at age 14, when she jo... Read more

Lil Wayne

Wed, 02/14/24

Lil Wayne is thought of by many to be one of the most influential hip hop artists, if not the greatest rapper of all time. The New Orleans native grew up in the less-affluent Hollygrove neighborhood, and was an honor student before quitting school at 14 to perform full-time... Read more

Trombone Shorty

Sat, 12/16/23

Trombone Shorty is a tall force on the global musical landscape, from his powerhouse performances to his wide-ranging collaborations to his leadership as an educator and a philanthropist. Born Troy Andrews, the horn player earned his nickname when he played his first gig at... Read more

SaxKixAve

Sat, 12/16/23

SaxKixAve is a multi-instrumental hip-hop adventure featuring the dynamic duo of Albert Allenback, the creative saxophone force of international stars Tank and the Bangas, and leading contemporary rapper Alfred Banks. Allenback, who studied at UNO with sax master Ed Peterse... Read more