“DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic Live! The Iconic Las Vegas Residency: A Historic Hip Hop Experience”
The Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino was the place to be this past weekend as Hip Hop legends DJ Cassidy, Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Slick Rick, and Doug E. Fresh kicked off their “Pass The Mic Live!” Las Vegas residency. The star-studded grand opening on Saturday, July 6, featured special guests Public Enemy and Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan, making it a historic debut for this unprecedented residency.
The excitement doesn’t stop there, as the next two weekends promise an even more dazzling lineup of Hip Hop icons. Akon is set to perform on Saturday, July 13, followed by a grand finale on Saturday, July 20, featuring Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat, Too $hort, and Warren G. Each show is crafted to be a unique, one-time-only event, showcasing the essence of Hip Hop like never before.
“DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic Live! The Iconic Las Vegas Residency” is the first of its kind, bringing together an ensemble of Hip Hop legends exclusively for this series. The show offers audiences an unparalleled musical journey, blending the spirit, showmanship, and aesthetic of classic Las Vegas entertainers such as The Rat Pack, Liberace, Wayne Newton, and Elvis Presley.
The debut show featured unforgettable performances, including mashups of Hip Hop hits with classic songs from Frank Sinatra, paying homage to the Rat Pack’s influence and celebrating the artists’ New York roots. The night was filled with surprises, from Chuck D reuniting with Flavor Flav to Slick Rick making a grand entrance on a king’s throne.
This residency is the culmination of a four-year journey that began during the global pandemic when DJ Cassidy launched the acclaimed “Pass The Mic” series. With this live musical experience, Cassidy continues to revolutionize the way we connect with our favorite artists and songs, celebrating those who have transformed Hip Hop culture on a global scale.
Don’t miss out on this iconic residency that is set to redefine the Las Vegas entertainment landscape. Check out DJ Cassidy’s Classic Pass the Mic: BET Hip Hop Awards Edition 2022 for a taste of what’s in store!