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Freestyle Explosion

5 concerts

Freestyle Explosion is a celebrated concert series known for its high-energy showcases of iconic 80s and 90s freestyle and old-school music. It brings together legendary artists like Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, and Exposé, who defined the Latin freestyle and rhythmic dance genres. The event offers a nostalgic journey, celebrating influential acts and their enduring hits.

Stevie B

5 concerts

South Florida-born freestyle/dance-pop pioneer blending pop, R&B & dance; hits “Because I Love You (Postman Song),” “Spring Love,” “Party Your Body”; Grammy-nom.

TKA

7 concerts

NYC Latin club trio TKA mixed love-ballad harmonies with hip-hop beats; signed to Tommy Boy in 1987 after a Sweet 16 gig; hit with “Scars of Love.”

George Lamond

6 concerts

Washington, D.C.-born dance-pop/freestyle singer George Lamond (George Garcia); ex-Loose Touch; worked with Chris Barbosa/Mark Ligget; hits “Bad of the Heart.”

Lisette Melendez

3 concerts

East Harlem–born Puerto Rican-American vocalist; early ’90s dance-pop/Latin freestyle revivalist. Hits “Together Forever.” Worked with Carlos Berrios; duo w/ Cynthia.

Lisa Lisa

5 concerts

Born in NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen, Lisa Lisa (Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam) is a Latin hip-hop/freestyle/pop pioneer—first Puerto Rican to crack Pop & R&B; hits “I Wonder If I Take You Home,” “All Cried Out,” “Head to Toe”; platinum/gold; worked with Full Force & C+C Music Factory.

Judy Torres

6 concerts

NYC dance-pop/freestyle star Judy Torres, famed for “No Reason to Cry” and the albums Love Story and My Soul; also does musical theatre and hosts a WKTU radio show.

J.J. Fad

2 concerts

Rialto, CA rap trio (MC JB, Baby D, Sassy C). 1988 hit “Supersonic” went platinum, Grammy-nominated—first female group to do so; sampled for Fergie’s “Fergalicious.” Mentored by Eazy‑E/N.W.A.; worked with Dr. Dre; honored with “JJFAD WAY.”

69 Boyz

4 concerts

Florida bass/hip-hop duo The 69 Boyz: Jacksonville’s Van “Thrill Da Playa” Bryant & Orlando’s Barry “Fast” Wright; hits “Tootsee Roll” (dbl‑platinum) & “WoofWoof”.

The Original Cover Girls

1 concert

Concert Info

Genre: Party / Nightlife, Electro-pop, Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop/Rap, R&B, Oldies & Classics, Classical, DANCE, Freestyle, Hip Hop, Electro, EDM/Electronic, r&b/soul, other electronic music, mainstream pop, contemporary hip hop, latin hip hop, miami bass, old school hip hop, chicago house, new jack swing, funk melody

Be part of the Freestyle Explosion concert in Tampa at Yuengling Center on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 7:30 PM, with The Original Cover Girls, Stevie B, and more. Grab your tickets before they're gone!

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Yuengling Center

yuenglingcenter.com

+1 813-974-3111

12499 USF Bull Run Drive, Tampa, FL 33617, USA

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