Events

The Last Poets along with Rakim, Chuck-D, Chubb Rock,
KRS-1 and more discuss the journey of the iconic group,
hip hop culture, and more.

 On Tuesday, May 19th, at 7 PM (EST), Universal Hip Hop Museum and Video Music Box in association with Seeds of The Last Poets Productions, presents “Bridging the Gap: An Evening of Conversation with the The Last Poets”, featuring dynamic footage from Rakim, Chuck D of Public Enemy, Chubb Rock, filmmaker and hip hop impresario, Michael Holman, and spoken word artist, Jessica Care Moore in conversation with the legendary spoken word group, The Last Poets, who have been coined by many as the “godfathers of rap”.

Hosted by the world famous Ralph McDaniels of Video Music Box, this live stream event marks
the 50th anniversary of the group’s groundbreaking and critically acclaimed self-titled, debut LP.
Acknowledging the importance of a strong connection between hip-hop and spoken word artists
throughout the years, this event will highlight how the poet’s in