A3C is a great place to see emerging acts, to feel the pulse of ATL and an amazing place to exchange ideas, to pick up vital insight and see/hear/ discover some great music.

- Dante Ross (Warner Brothers)

The level of positivity and community was overwhelming.  A3C was nothing but love.  People from all over looking to build with each other to take their careers, and hip hop culture, to the next level.

- Nate Haltom (Sonicbids)

A3C is a hip-hop fan’s fantasy. The annual festival is getting bigger every year.

- Allhiphop

The festival offers something for every hip-hop fan, transcending generations and geography and welcoming both the trappers and the backpackers.

- Briana Younger (NPR)

A3C is the absolute best festival for rising Hip Hop talent. Their artist-first approach is priceless.

- Justin Hunte (HipHopDX)

A3C is where rap’s aspirants come to make themselves heard

- Christina Lee (Writer)

A3C has become a staple for independent artists to be at each year

- Rapsody (Artist)

This fest is a labor of love and it has been growing for years, and as many people embark on being part of history, I must remind you that you still need to take advantage of all the awesomeness.

- Hypebot

A mashup of all things hip-hop, from the latest emcees on the block to the living legends. This is where unsigned hopefuls from all over the country come to hustle, flow, soak up game, and campaign.

- Rodney Carmichael (NPR)

I want to be one of these artists - at the end of the day - mentioned with the greats & to be great you've got to start at A3C

- Jon Connor (Artist)

A3C and Atlanta brings about creative vibes for artists. It's true to the culture and pays homage to the greats.

- Stalley (Artist)

It's about the ability to create a platform for artists to perform.  You can meet your next client, sponsor, or next star in the elevator. I love the energy in Atlanta during this time.

- Tiffany Hardin (Entrepreneur)