Festival to present The Roots tribute

The city of Oklahoma City has declared November Hip Hop History Month, and to celebrate, the third annual Oklahoma Hip Hop Festival is presenting a one-night event recognizing one of hip-hop’s most iconic collectives. “The Next Movement: Tribute to the Legendary Roots Crew” is set for 6 p.m. Nov. 5 at Venu in Bricktown, 224 E Main. Most recently known as the house band on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” Grammy winners The Roots have been a part of the fabric of hip-hop for more than 30 years, and the OKC event will feature a jam session of selected hits and beloved tracks performed by an array of local musicians, MCs, vocalists and DJs.

Advance tickets go on sale Friday and will be $10 for advance general admission, or $15 at the door, with complimentary drinks and $25 RSVP seating with bottle service. Proceeds will benefit the Elemental Hip Hop After School Program. Opening the tribute will be Los Angeles-based neo-soul artist Brooke Taylor, best known from her appearances on “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” her crowning as the “Neighborhood Idol” on the Real 92.3 “Big Boy’s Morning Show” and her collaborations with artists such as the underground rapper Murs. Other confirmed performers will include Gregory Jerome, Ckai Dawson, Spence Browne, Original Flow, DJ Quest, Roderick Porter, DJ G-MCK and Culture Cinematic. For tickets and information, go to www.OklahomaHipHopFest.com.