Rhyme Fest LA Set to Bring Hip-Hop Heat and Heart to the Torch at LA Coliseum

LOS ANGELES, CA — Get ready for one of the biggest hip-hop events of the summer: Rhyme Fest LA is lighting up The Torch at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, August 16th, with gates opening at 2:00 PM. Open to all ages, this all-day celebration of lyrical mastery, street culture, and community impact will unite legends, underground heroes, and rising stars for a powerful cause.

Headlined by West Coast underground icon MURS, Rhyme Fest is more than just a concert — it's a movement. In a unique show of solidarity, MURS’ performance fee, along with a portion of ticket sales, will be donated to the Immigrant Defenders Law Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrant communities through legal defense and advocacy.

🔥 The Full Lineup Is STACKED

Hip-hop fans are in for an epic day with performances by:

• Conway The Machine

• Xzibit

• DJ Quik

• Dilated Peoples

• The Alchemist

• Dead Prez

• Swollen Members

• Tha Alkaholiks

• Masta Ace

• ONYX

• Visionaries

• Delinquent Habits

• The Shapeshifters

• Coast Contra

• Coyote

• Bambu

• Jay Worthy

• Reason

• Codefendants

• The D.O.C.

• Locksmith

• ¡MAYDAY!

• Conejo

• Of Mexican Descent

DJ sets will be held down by some of the best to ever do it:

• DJ Qbert

• D-Styles

• DJ Shortkut

• J. Rocc

• Mr. Choc

• C-Minus

Plus performances from:

• Truly Odd

• Cymarshall Law

• Scoop Deville

• Demrick

• K.A.A.N.

• DJ Hoppa

• Dazy Lyn

• The Neighborhood Kids

• Local Astronauts

• Acid Lab

• Jabee

• Hazerd

• Honor Flow

• Anihuasca

• Philieano

• Tones

• Jonney Miles

• DJ Lala

• Indjnous

• DJ Luman

• Great Daine

🎤 Hosted By:

• MC Supernatural

• Planet Asia

With in-house DJs and special guest hosts:

• Cece Valencia

• D-Stroy

• Bootleg Kev

• Khool-Aid

🎟️ Purpose Meets Party

What sets Rhyme Fest apart from the typical festival is its mission. This year’s focus is giving back, with proceeds supporting the Immigrant Defenders Law Center, a vital lifeline for immigrant families facing deportation and injustice. The benefit adds depth to a day already rich with artistry, making every bar and beat matter that much more.

Whether you're there to catch legendary acts like DJ Quik and The D.O.C., or support community-rooted talents like Conejo and Of Mexican Descent, this event offers a rare mix of music with meaning.

📍 Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

• Time: Gates open at 2:00 PM

• Location: The Torch at L.A. Memorial Coliseum

• Address: 3911 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90037

• All Ages Welcome

• Tickets: Available at www.rhymefestival.com

With summer heat, legendary beats, and a message of justice — Rhyme Fest LA 2025 promises to be more than a concert. It’s a cultural moment you won’t want to miss.