Rap Legends To Honor Kool Herc, Mele Mel Tonight In NY

A number of Hip-Hop legends will gather in New York tonight (May 17th) to pay tribute to DJ Kool Herc and to celebrate the birthday of Grandmaster Mele Mel.

Kool Herc, who is recognized as one of the founding fathers of Hip-Hop culture, will be celebrated for his ongoing recovery from surgery for kidney stones.

The tribute to Kool Herc is being produced by Jill Newman Productions and Big Jeff Productions as part of Hip-Hop Appreciation Week.

In addition to honoring Kool Herc's legacy, a number of artists will honor Mele Mel, who will celebrate his 50th birthday.

Special guests like Big Daddy Kane, The Force MD's, Money Harm, Jeru The Damaja, Freedom Williams. AG, T Ski Valley, M.O.P. and DJ Jazzy Jay will pay tribute to the legendary rap stars.

Sources also told AllHipHop.com that The Roots' Black Thought and Questlove would perform a special tribute to both of the pioneering men of Hip-Hop.

For ticket information visit www.bbkingblues.com. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the DJ Kool Herc Fund.