Freespace is an independent, all-ages, monthly, (mostly) hip-hop showcase and interview series featuring up-and-coming young musicians and established artists. It was founded in 2015 by English teacher Vincent Gaa and experimental hip-hop artist WebsterX (Sam Ahmed).

This event will feature a lineup of youth performers (Riqo, Jxst Dame, Dread Sxott, A.D.H.D., Young Epic, and D.J. The Jenius) and Genesis Renji, all backed by the Rhythm Changes band. It will close with a community cypher, meaning any rapper in the house (of any age) can jump in and freestyle. 

The event will also include two youth DJs: Patrón Mke and DJ Iced Out Arizona. 

The event narrator will be Kavon Cortez-Jones.

There is a $5 suggested donation, but no one will be turned away. 

- MORE ON FREESPACE -

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article: http://www.jsonline.com/story/life/green-sheet/2016/11/10/milwaukee-youth-find-stage-freespace/93587592/

FOX6 News Milwaukee profile: http://fox6now.com/2016/09/20/go-inside-the-place-where-milwaukees-music-scene-is-inspiring-young-people/

Lake Effect (WUWM - Milwaukee Public Radio) interview: http://wuwm.com/post/freespace-connecting-inspiring-milwaukee-youth-through-music#stream/0

Wisconsin Gazette article: http://wisconsingazette.com/2016/12/09/wisconsin-sound-10/