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Freestyle Explosion

4 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

4 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.

Johnny O

2 concerts

Johnny O, born Juan Antonio Ortiz in Brooklyn, New York, is a freestyle and dance-pop singer of Cuban and Puerto Rican descent. Known as "The King of Freestyle," he achieved fame with hits like "Fantasy Girl," "Memories," and the duet "Dream Boy / Dream Girl" with Cynthia. His notable singles include "In the Shadow of the Almighty" and "So in Love." He is celebrated for his romantic ballads and dance anthems.

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.

Rob Base

2 concerts

Harlem-born rapper Rob Base (Robert Ginyard), with DJ E‑Z Rock, made hip-house classic “It Takes Two” (multi‑platinum, Spin Single of Year); hits “Get on the Dance Floor.”

Color Me Badd

4 concerts

Formed 1985 in Oklahoma City, Color Me Badd is a contemporary R&B group behind “I Wanna Sex You Up,” “All 4 Love,” “I Adore Mi Amor”; 12M sold, 2 #1s, Grammys.

Cynthia

6 concerts

NYC dance/freestyle singer Cynthia (MicMac/Tommy Boy): hits “Change on Me,” “Endless Night,” “Love Me Tonight”; duet w/Johnny O; remixed by Todd Terry.

Trinere

3 concerts

Miami-born freestyle vocalist who helped popularize post-disco club sound with Pretty Tony; hits “I Know You Love Me,” “I’ll Be All You Ever Need” + Top 15 club hits.

Freestyle

3 concerts

Freestyle is a Swedish synthpop group formed in 1979, known for their early 1980s hits "Vill Ha Dig" and "Fantasi." The band, recognized for its electronic pop sound, originally disbanded in 1983, with some members later forming Style. They reunited in 1998, re-recording popular tracks. The group continues to perform, with recent re-releases and appearances, maintaining their legacy in music.