The launch event of the new Hip Hop Museum took a turn for the unexpected when rapper KRS One explained that he and many others would be boycotting the building.
Hip hop emerged from the streets of New York in the late 70s, to become a truly global from. An organic and ever changing scene, hip hop’s commercial dominance in recent years is a long way from its humble origins.
A new museum aims to highlight this story. ‘The National Museum Of Hip Hop’ opened on April 8th with a star studded event. Some of rap music’s best known figures descended on the show, which boasted live performances and more.
However rapper KRS One was clearly not happy with the results, and made his views known. The hip hop artist was included in the initial stages of organising the museum but has since been appalled at the change in direction.
As a result, KRS One has announced a boycott of the ‘National Museum Of Hip Hop’. The rapper will be joined by some of the founding fathers of hip hop including Grandmaster Flash, Crazy Legs and more.
Speaking to the crowd at the launch party, KRS One made his views explicit. Watch the speech now…
