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Sugarhill Gang - The Eras of Hip Hop Tour

Saturday, January 10, 2026 @ 8:00pm



Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631

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Englewood, New Jersey's own groundbreaking pioneers are coming home!

 

bergenPAC proudly presents The Sugarhill Gang, the iconic group that ignited the hip-hop revolution, on their highly anticipated 2025 Tour. This isn't just a concert; it's a living history lesson and a massive hometown celebration.

 

Witness the legendary trio that changed music forever with the genre-defining smash, "Rapper's Delight" the first rap single to storm the Billboard Top 40 and introduce hip-hop to the world. Relive the birth of a global phenomenon as they perform this anthem and other classic hits like "Apache," "8th Wonder," and "Rapper's Reprise" that laid the foundation for everything that followed.

 

This special night at bergenPAC promises an electrifying, nostalgic journey back to the vibrant late 70s and early 80s. Experience the timeless beats, iconic rhymes, and pure party atmosphere that have captivated audiences for over four decades. Don't miss this rare chance to experience the pioneers who started it all, right here in Englewood. Feel the beat, hear the history, and party with the one and only Sugarhill Gang!




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