Yesterday The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced that Hip-Hop artist Q-Tip will be the new (and first) Artistic Director of Hip Hop Culture. Of course Q-Tip is best known for being a member of the hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest. According to The Kennedy Center the new program will stretch across all disciplines showcasing the transformative power of Hip-Hop. Q-Tip expressed that he is excited to began his role at The Kennedy Center. He recognized that Hip-Hop is the prevailing energy of culture around the world. So below I have outlined five music artist I would like to see grace the stage.
D'Angelo - Mr. Brown Sugar himself is technically a R&B singer but apart of the Hip-Hop culture nonetheless. He is coming off two Grammy wins and a small tour following his Black Messiah album. Imagine D' Angelo and his guitar hitting the stage with The Vanguard performing Really Love. Of course Questlove would be there too. Dope right!?
J Cole - So this only seems right, right? Kendrick Lamar performed last year with the National Symphony Orchestra and friends look out out for friends. Easy.
Outkast - Dirty South royalty is a must. I would actually like to see a full Organized Noize curated show complete with Goodie MOB and other Dungeon Family members.
Janelle Monae - Yes, she has performed at The Kennedy Center before as apart of The Kennedy Center Honors, but you can never have enough girl power. And instead of bringing the Wondaland crew she could share the stage with Missy Ellliott. Electric Ladies.
Robert Glasper - True, another artist who has performed at The Kennedy Center. But this time bringing along Hip-Hop artist like Pusha T and Anderson .Paak. Perfect blend of jazz and Hip-Hop.
Who would you like to see Q-Tip bring to the Kennedy Center for the 2016-2017 season?