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Plunge into a techno paradise in Queens from May 16–19, when WIRE Festival makes a return to Knockdown Center. This year, the event broadens its scope, delivering three days of non-stop pulsing beats. On Thursday, May 16,…

LCD Soundsystem will once again hold a residency (of sorts) this holiday season in New York City, but instead of sticking to just one venue, the group will hit three separate venues across three boroughs on a Tri Boro Tour. /*…

In honor of hip hop's 50th anniversary and lasting culture, Genius brought a return to their "IQ/BBQ" summer showcase. In the first edition of the annual event since Covid, hosts Miabelle and Jacques Morel took on the role of emcee, with…

Legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan has announced they are headlining “For the Love,” a collaboration between SiriusXM and Pandora that celebrates Hip Hop's 50th anniversary. "For The Love" includes an unforgettable day of events…

After teasing their return at Pharell's Louis Vuitton Fashion Show, legendary rap brothers Pusha T and No Malice -- known as Clipse -- will continue their resurgence with a headlining performance at Genius' IQ/BBQ. Presented in partnership…

Following his live performance debut at this year’s Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Jai Paul traveled East to Queens' Knockdown Center on Tuesday, April 25. Jai Paul, 2023 Photo by Parker Alexander It has been over 10 years…

Hip Hop's underground continues to make waves as Emo, Trap-metal and phonk pioneers Bones, Xavier Wolf and Eddy Baker announced they will hit the road this summer for the InLovingMemory Tour. Produced by Live Nation and Rolling Loud, the…