Ice-T’s ‘Rhyme Pays’ Turns 35
Today is a special day in Hip-Hop. On this day, thirty-five years ago, Ice-T released his debut album, Rhyme Pays. It is not only a collection of songs that introduced the world to “gangsta rap” before it was even a term but marked the arrival of one of Hip-Hop’s greatest storytellers. West Coast Styles salutes Rhyme Pays and […]
Art of Rap Show Scheduled for August 20 in Arizona
On August 20, The Art of Rap continues to celebrate its 10th Anniversary at the Anselmo Valencia Amphitheater in Tuscon, Arizona. Headlining the show will be legendary Hip-Hop figure and director of the 2012 Art of Rap documentary, Ice-T. In addition to the “Original Gangster,” Too Short and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will also perform. And DJ Kevie Kev […]
“The Art of Rap” Show Update for March 26
On March 26, the Art of Rap continues its 10th Anniversary celebration at the Morongo Casino in Cabazon, California. Headlining the show will be legendary Hip-Hop figure and director of the 2012 Art of Rap documentary, Ice-T. Ice-T, Rob Base, DJ Kevin Kev Rockwell, Mick Benzo, and Boogie Black were on the bill when the press first […]
Five “Art of Rap” Tour Dates Confirmed For 2022
2022 marks the 10th anniversary of The Art of Rap, and Ice T and Mick Benzo are making sure they celebrate the milestone via numerous tour stops in the upcoming spring and summer months. Hopefully, WCS will attend a few to provide exclusive coverage! pic.twitter.com/kvMMavBWi9 — Art Of Rap Festival (@artofrapfest) January 15, 2022
Ice T Puts “Follow the Leader” on YouTube
Those who thought Ice-T had forever left behind his Hip-Hop roots for rock music and prime-time television would be sorely mistaken; he dropped a new rap record. And while the song did premiere in mid-December, Ice just recently put the lyric video on YouTube to make sure it reaches as many people as possible. “Follow […]
Next “Art of Rap” Show Announced for February 5 in Green Bay, Wisconsin
Ice T took to social media recently to announce the first Art of Rap show for 2022. It will occur in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the Epic Event Center. Doors open at 6:30. And in addition to a performance from Ice himself, the bill also includes Rob Base, DJ Kevie […]
September 19’s Art of Rap Line-Up Announced in Mount Corning, CA
As things continue to open up, artists and promoters have more and more concerts to announce. Check out the information below about who is performing and where to get tickets! The Art of Rap is no exception, and after the successful show in Michigan in June, the latest announcement about the following Art of Rap […]
WCS Exclusive: “The Art of Rap” Coverage from 06/12/2021
On Saturday, June 12, Ice-T and Mickey Bentson’s “The Art of Rap” show made its way to Mount Plesant, Michigan. And all the artists blessed everyone in attendance with a showcase of Hip-Hop in its purest form. The evening’s opening act slots provided platforms for Detroit’s Trap 100 (and he did rep The D to […]