29th Zulu Nation Anniversary
Posting by Delirious D
Photo of Afrika Bambaataa by Toussaint Losier



November 8 through 12, 2002 marked the dates for the 29th Zulu Nation Anniversary, “The Essence of Hip Hop,” and “the 28th Anniversary of Hip Hop Culture: the only true Hip Hop anniversary since the beginning!” There were panels, performances and competitions in DJing, MCing, Bboying and more. For more information regarding future sponsorship, registration and vending opportunities, call 212-330-8265 or visit www.zulunation.com. Pay tribute to the fathers of Funk and the fathers of Hip Hop Culture with the Universal Zulu Nation!!


DC in the House
Posting by Cheryl Fischer

One of the most interesting presentations at the 2002 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference was "The Economics of Hip-Hop Culture" presented by Rep. Cynthia McKinney (GA-4) on Thursday, September 12 from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. Participants were Talib Karim, Esq., Chairman, Black Entertainment and Telecommunications Association (BETA); Timothy Jones, Director, Teen Program, Martha's Table and Hip Hop Educator & Consultant; Cedric Muhammad, President, The Black Electorate; Olivia Fox, former co-host of The Russ Parr Morning Show; Daniel Blackman, Chairman, Economic Empowerment Initiative, National Youth Connection, Inc.; Stephen Hill, Vice-President for Music Programming and Talent, BET; and Rep. Cynthia McKinney.

The speakers focused on three main areas: The Power of the Ballot; Empowering the Hip Hop Community; and Following the Money and Economic Impact of Hip Hop. They actively elicited ideas and suggestions from the audience about strategies to involve young people in civic participation, such as voting and fund-raising for progressive elected officials. All agreed that much work must be done on the local and national levels to fully utilize Hip Hop's broad range of possibilities in creating a better African America. For more information about the presentation, contact the Office of Rep. Cynthia McKinney at www.house.gov/McKinney or 124 Cannon Building, Washington, D.C., 20515; Tel: 202-225-1605; Fax: 202-226-0691.


Hiphop Theater Postings - Los Angeles
Posting by Nicole "Nikol" Hodges

"Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk" - featuring tap sensation Savion Glover. The Ahmason Theatre in Los Angeles brings back the noise from the 1996 Tony winning production penned by Reg E. Gaines. Savion Glover will take the stage for thirteen performances starting January 29-February 9th. For tickets, contact Ticketmaster.

Rennie Harris, Pure Movement - UCLA Freud Playhouse, Westwood, CA. Dance choreographer and performer Rennie Harris will bring his new show "Facing Mekka" to California April 23-27th. Harris made critics bow down with his last Hiphop variation of "Romeo and Juliet". This show brings the Philadelphia native and his ensemble to the Westside meshing Hiphop movement with the spritual journey of Hiphop in his new show that promises to captivate. To order tickets, call UCLA's Central Ticket Office at (310)825-2101; FAX to (310)206-7540 or order online.


Rock Steady Crew 26th Anniversary
Posting by Bobby Drake

The legendary Rock Steady Crew will be holding its 26th anniversary in New York City from July 24th through July 27th, 2003. Check their website http://www.rocksteadycrew.com/homepage.html
for details.