Hip Hop Icon KRS-One to Rock Avalon Village Stage July 30 in Highland Park

KRS-One, Courtesy of Avalon Village Legendary hip-hop icon KRS-One will perform at Avalon Village in Highland Park on Tuesday, July 30. This special outdoor concert, hosted by 2D Productions and Avalon Village, promises a night of unforgettable beats while raising funds for a great cause. KRS-One, also known as Lawrence “Kris” Parker, is highly respected in the hip-hop music industry. With a career spanning over four decades, he initially gained recognition through his involvement with Boogie Down Productions. Often revered as “hip-hop royalty,” KRS-One is celebrated for his role as a “teacha,” using his platform to advocate for social consciousness. He is recognized for his commitment to upholding the foundational principles of hip-hop, which include peace, love, unity, and authenticity. Shamayim’ Mama Shu’ Harris, the CEO and founder of Avalon Village, believes that KRS-One has a strong community spirit. She admires his dedication to empowering their people and sees him as a teacher and an artist with a purpose. “He’s the first major artist to perform a concert of this size in our Village. We are so excited KRS-One is coming to put on an unforgettable show that will help raise funds to support our programming and the children and...