Prepare for an unforgettable night when hip hop royalty takes over Prudential Center on June 28 for Rock the Bells Class of 2025: Summer’s Kool. The Rock the Bells Festival, presented by LL COOL J and the Black Promoters Collective, brings together the most legendary voices in rap history for one explosive celebration of culture, community and timeless music. This isn’t just a concert — it’s a cultural movement that bridges generations through the power of hip hop. The stage will ignite with performances from rap icons who defined eras and continue to shape the culture today. Witness East Coast legends like the electrifying Busta Rhymes and lyrical master Redman trade bars with West Coast pioneer Too $hort and Houston’s storytelling king Scarface. Feel the raw energy as Remy Ma commands the mic while Fabolous delivers his signature smooth flow, all backed by the legendary DJ Kid Capri on the decks. This year’s festival makes history with the first-ever Uptown Records Celebration, curated by DJ Eddie F. Experience the smooth R&B and hip hop sounds that made Uptown Records legendary, featuring unforgettable performances by Al B. Sure!, Donell Jones, Christopher Williams and more. It’s a rare opportunity to see these influential artists reunite for one magical night. From the golden era to today’s sounds, the lineup spans hip hop’s historic evolution:

• East Coast powerhouses: KRS-One, Big Daddy Kane, Lil Mo and the reunion of State Property
• Southern rap kings: Boosie and Plies bring their unfiltered truth
• Classic duos: Eric B. & Rakim and Capone-N-Noreaga back together
• New school lyricists: Coast Contra and M.O.P. representing the new generation

  Hosted by rap pioneer Roxanne Shante, this is more than a concert — it’s a hip hop experience that will have the entire Prudential Center moving as one. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic event!