Tickets for hip-hop throwback concert on sale now!
The New York City Fresh Fest, a partnership with the City of Henderson, Las Vegas’ Soul Station POWER 88.1 FM, CTS and Taurus Productions, will make its debut at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, Saturday, September 3 at 5 p.m. The music festival will feature performances by an all-star roster of hip-hop pioneers from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s including Salt-N-Pepa, Whodini, Doug E. Fresh, Kool Moe Dee and the Sugarhill Gang. Tickets are $39 in advance and $49 day of show, plus a service fee, and are on sale now.
Salt-N-Pepa, the first-ever female rap trio, will make their inaugural appearance at the Henderson Pavilion, headlining the retro hip-hop reunion concert. Reuniting recently for the Legends of Hip-Hop Tour earlier this spring, the Grammy Award-winning group celebrates the 25th anniversary of their first album release, 1986’s Hot, Cool, & Vicious, which featured the hit song, “Push It.” Years later, Salt-N-Pepa are reconnecting with devoted fans by rapping their greatest hits, several of which made it to top of the Billboard charts, including “Shoop,” “Whatta Man,” “Express Yourself” and more.
Joining the New York City Fresh Fest lineup will the ‘80s rap group Whodini, performing their monster hits, “5 Minutes of Funk” and “Freaks Come Out at Night.” In addition, Doug E. Fresh, the first human beat box in the rap world, will entertain fans with his popular songs, “La Di Da Di” and “The Show.” Other special guests include Kool Moe Dee, famous for his smash single, “How Ya Like Me Now,” and the Sugarhill Gang, whose song “Rapper’s Delight” was the first hip-hop single to become a Top 40 hit.
A special appearance by local talented performers will enhance the old school tribute. The group will display their incredible break dancing and pop and lock moves while moving to the rhythm of the music that made these artists legendary.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit HendersonLive.com, call (702) 267-4TIX (4849) or visit the Henderson Pavilion Box Office, Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
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About the City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism
The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism is dedicated to creating and promoting innovative events, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism, involve and serve the community and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson.
The Henderson Pavilion, Henderson Convention Center and Henderson Events Plaza are all managed by the Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism.
For additional information on our programs and entertainment, please contact us directly at (702) 267-2171. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.