The city will host and sponsor events leading up to and on Hip Hop’s actual birthdate (August 11, 2023) in commemoration of Atlanta-based rappers, musicians, and creatives from over the past 50 years.
As part of the City of Atlanta’s Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop, The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs with hosting a night of art expression and hip hopIconic photographic Hip Hop portraits by Cam KirkA Curation of Atlanta Hip-Hop Album Cover Designs Creative Directed and Designed by Artist DL WarfieldA dance performance by dance troupes: WeOnFyre and Bautanzt Here
Join us as we welcome multi-platinum recording artist & now Best-Selling author Jeezy and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens for a raw and intimate experience as we discuss and celebrate the release of Jeezy’s newly released book Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe! Featuring a special conversation with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens about Atlanta’s contributions to Hip Hop. Attendees will also have the opportunity to get a personalized signed copy of his book and get insight in the trials, learnings and successes that made him who he is.
