MEDIA ALERT
October 6, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Nicole Rateau, Media Relations, A3C Hip Hop Festival
media@a3chiphop.com | www.a3cfestival.com
A3C RECEIVES PROCLAMATION TODAY FROM ATLANTA CITY COUNCIL
WHO: Atlanta City Councilmember Kwanza Hall presents a proclamation on behalf of the City of Atlanta to A3C Hip Hop Festival founder Brian Knott in support of the event. A3C artists Random Axe, Ying Yang Twins, Rapper Big Pooh, Torae, Freeway and Skyzoo will also be onsite for an artist meet and greet.
WHAT: The A3C Hip Hop festival is the largest gathering of Hip Hop musicians and fans in the Southeast. This proclamation from the City of Atlanta acknowledges A3C’s impact as a cultural summit and an economic generator for the city as well as the state. Artists are traveling to Atlanta from across the country to perform and attend A3C. Last year’s festival attracted over 12,000 and anticipated attendance for this year is between 15-20,000 over the course of the 3-days.
WHERE: The proclamation will be presented at the New Era flagship store, 117 Luckie Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 located in District 2. The A3C Hip Hop Festival is taking place at the Masquerade, 695 North Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30318.
WHEN: Thursday, October 6, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. sharp
ABOUT THE A3C: Now in its 7th year, the A3C Hip Hop Festival is an annual 3-day event in Atlanta, GA. The festival features more than 200 live performances, 12 panel discussions, film screenings, equipment demonstrations and turntable, producer and breakdance competitions. It is an all ages, family-friendly event and true platform for Hip Hop music and culture. For more information, visit www.a3cfestival.com.
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