Just 10 days after the US celebrated its birthday, there was another testament to the power of independence as Duck Down presented its 15th Anniversary Concert at BB King Blues Club in NYC Times Square on July 13th. With over 800 fans in attendance, Duck Down artists Team Facelift, Ruste Juxx, Marco Polo, Torae, Skyzoo, Kidz In the Hall, Pharoahe Monch, and the mighty Boot Camp Clik featuring Buckshot, Sean Price, Smif N Wessun, Heltah Skeltah, Black Moon) graced the stage performing their classic hits. The first 50 fans to enter the concert received a free limited edition Duck Down x Rocksmith Tokyo "Duck Hunt Inspired" T-shirt with our Duck Down mascot in pixalated form, in which many fans immediately put on during the show. Hosts Angela Yee and Amanda Diva kept the show moving smoothly, while DJ Evil Dee provided music throughout the evening.
Special guest performers during the evening included Large Professor, !llmind, Stalley, Donnis, Daru, Jean Grae, Styles P, DJ Boogie Blind, Mela Machinko, Pete Rock, Tony Touch, Immortal Technique, Masta Ace, and Talib Kweli.
Big thanks go out to BB King Blues Club, Rocksmith Tokyo, XXL Magazine, Nahright.com, Sirius XM, Hot 97 and Native Instruments for making this amazing celebration possible.
Duck Down Music is celebrating its 15 Year Anniversary.
Founded in 1995 by Dru Ha & Buckshot, Duck Down Music has sold over 3 million records in its rich history.
The label, currently home to acts such as KRS-ONE & BUCKSHOT, 9th Wonder, B-Real of Cypress Hill, Sean Price, Kidz In The Hall, Skyzoo, Smif N Wessun, Heltah Skeltah, Boot Camp Clik, Marco Polo, Torae, Ruste Juxx, DJ Revolution, Team Facelift, Blue Scholars and more, is continuing to thrive in the Independent Hip-Hop scene.
To highlight the 15 year milestone, Duck Down is engaging YOU THE FAN, to help in deciding the final product for the commemorative album - 15 Years of Duck Down Music.
There, you'll find a list of the top songs released through Duck Down, beginning in 1995 through 2010. Fans can vote for their favorite song from each year. The song with the most votes from each year will be highly recommended to be included in the final album track listing.
Voting will end June 1st.
On July 13th, just after INDEPENDENCE DAY, the collector's item will be made available strictly as a physical CD. Fans can expect unique packaging in honor of this historic album.
To celebrate the release, Duck Down is taking over BB KINGS in NYC (237 West 42nd Street) with a night of music featuring performances by:
Boot Camp Clik Featuring Sean Price, Buckshot, Smif N Wessun
Duck Down Music Inc was established in 1995. Fifteen years later the Indie Powerhouse has grown into a blossoming home for both veteran MCs and rising stars in the music industry.
To set off the 15 year milestone, Duck Down will be bringing the majority of its roster to SXSW for a Showcase on March 19th at 8PM at The Scoot Inn (1308 East 4th Street, Austin, TX)
With support from VTECH, 2K Sports, & Pro-Keds, the showcase will feature:
B-Real of Cypress Hill
Buckshot & 9th Wonder
Sean Price
Black Milk
Smif N Wessun
Pharoahe Monch
Kidz In The Hall
Blue Scholars
Skyzoo
Promise
Marco Polo
Torae
Ruste Juxx
Nottz
+ Special Guests
Music by DJ EVIL DEE
Hosted by DJ Peter Rosenberg of HOT 97
XXL Mag is the principal media sponsor.
The show will also be streaming live online via LUMEEFLY.COM where fans outside of Austin, TX can still enjoy the performances.
Custom ipod and iphone skins will be manufactured by MUSICSKINS.
UNDRCRWN will be creating an exclusive Duck Down SXSW T-Shirt. The first 50 fans to enter will receive a shirt.
Here's more footage of Primo & Scratch In Red Hook Park. Evil Dee with the added bonus! If you call yourself a DJ and you don't really know who these dudes are, then it's time to apply at UPS. [via]
P.S. Did Evil Dee just crossfade with his stomach?
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