We asked the public to call in and tell us what 40 years of hip hop meant to them. Fans and participants, including Geechi Suede from acclaimed group Camp Lo, shared with us many fine thoughts, a few laughs, and much respect for hip hop music and culture.

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The Rock Steady Crew, one of hip hop's most revered organizations, celebrates its 36th anniversary with a star-studded, free outdoor concert event in New York City's Central Park, as part of the City Parks Foundation's SummerStage Concert Series.

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