The Block Party Featuring: Zapp, Sugarhill Gang & Furious Five
The Block Party brings together Zapp and Sugarhill Gang with Furious 5 for a one-night celebration of funk, R&B, and foundational hip-hop. Featuring instantly recognizable classics such as “More Bounce to the Ounce,” “Computer Love,” “Rapper’s Delight,” and “The Message,” the package connects landmark music from the late 1970s and 1980s with audiences who continue to stream, sample, and celebrate these songs today.
The strongest audience opportunity is adults 40–65+, with additional crossover among younger old-school hip-hop, funk, and R&B listeners. This profile aligns naturally with casino entertainment audiences, including couples, friend groups, reunion travelers, and multigenerational families who may also spend across dining, beverages, gaming, and overnight accommodations. From Zapp’s lasting influence on West Coast hip-hop and contemporary R&B to Sugarhill Gang’s breakthrough role in bringing rap into the mainstream, the package carries exceptional cultural recognition. Combined with Furious 5’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-recognized legacy, The Block Party delivers powerful nostalgia, historic credibility, familiar hits, and an energetic live experience with broad generational appeal.
The Legends Behind the Legacy
Zapp
Few artists have shaped modern music like Zapp. Led by the legendary Roger Troutman, the group revolutionized funk with their signature talkbox sound and timeless hits including “More Bounce to the Ounce,” “Computer Love,” and “Dance Floor.” Their influence can be heard throughout hip-hop and R&B, with samples and collaborations spanning generations—from Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre to 2Pac’s iconic “California Love.”
Sugarhill Gang & Furious Five
This is hip-hop royalty. The Sugarhill Gang changed music forever with “Rapper’s Delight,” the first rap record to achieve mainstream success and introduce hip-hop to the world. Joining them are members of the legendary Furious 5, whose groundbreaking anthem “The Message” helped define the voice of a generation. Together, they represent the foundation of hip-hop culture and the songs that launched a global movement.
Total Fan Base Following
ZAPP
Total Fans Base: 825.3k
Sugarhill Gang
Total Fans Base: 547.7k
Furious 5
Total Fans Base: 30.8K
Why The Block Party tour is a Must-See
(Ticket Counts)
ZAPP
October 19, 2024- Phoenix, AZ
Footprint Center
Sold: 11,650 | Gross: $838,317
July 20, 2024- Toledo, OH
Huntington Center
Sold: 2,155 | Gross: $87,460
August 26, 2023- Phoenix, AZ
Footprint Center
Sold: 4,459 | Gross: $289,644
April 8, 2023- Northfield, OH
Center Stage at MGM Northfield Park (SOLD OUT)
Sold: 1,820 | Gross: $65,872
September 3, 2021- Ontario, CA
Toyota Arena (SOLD OUT)
Sold: 8,108 | Gross: $611,645
Sugarhill Gang & Furious Five
February 27, 2026- Los Angeles, CA
Peacock Theater (SOLD OUT)
Sold: 6,131 | Gross: $964,291
December 31, 2024- Chandler, AZ
Gila River Resorts and Casinos - The Showroom at Wild Horse Pass
Sold: 1,034 | Gross: $73,288
June 28, 2024- Goodland, IN
Foster Park
Sold: 3,988 | Gross: $119,640
June 17, 2023- Atlantic City, NJ
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
Sold: 6,034 | Gross: $532,640
September 17, 2022- Phoenix, AZ
Footprint Center
Sold: 3,268 | Gross: $183,644
January 18, 2020- Boston, MA
City Winery Boston (SOLD OUT)
Sold: 280 | Gross: $10,360
June 21, 2019- Donegal, Ireland
Bundoran (SOLD OUT)
Sold: 31,456 | Gross: $1,536,894
May 11, 2019- Chicago, IL
City Winery Chicago
Sold: 298 | Gross: $12,592
October 26, 2017- Detroit, MI
Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel
Sold: 1,511 | Gross: $64,368
February 27, 2016- Sayreville, NJ
Starland Ballroom (SOLD OUT)
Sold: 2,054 | Gross: $50,490