The legendary hip-hop trio the Fat Boys will receive a well-deserved honor when they are inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) at the LIMEHOF 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Concert, at the LIMEHOF museum in Stony Brook (97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY).
The Fat Boys, consisting of Mark”Prince Markie Dee” Morales, Damon “Kool Rock-Ski” Wimbley, and Darren “Buff Love” Robinson, emerged on the music scene in the early 1980s, leaving an indelible mark on the hip-hop genre. Known for their energetic performances and innovative rap style, they were pioneers in releasing full-length rap albums, with a total of seven studio albums to their name, four of which achieved gold status.
Their initial success was fueled by the guidance of producer Kurtis Blow, himself a LIMEHOF inductee. The group’s discography boasted a string of popular hits, including “Jail House Rap,” “Can You Feel It?,” “Fat Boys,” “Stick ‘Em,” “Don’t You Dog Me,” “All You Can Eat,” “The Fat Boys Are Back,” and “Pump It Up.”
One of their standout achievements was the album “Crushin’,” which reached platinum status, primarily due to the inclusion of their collaboration with the Beach Boys on the hit single “Wipeout.”
Accepting the award on behalf of the group will be Kool Rock-Ski, one of the founding members. The induction ceremony will be open to the public. Attendance is free with the purchase of a museum admission ticket.
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Established in 2004, the LIMEHOF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving Long Island’s musical and entertainment heritage. Covering Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings (Brooklyn) Counties, LIMEHOF serves as a community hub that explores and inspires all aspects of Long Island’s music and entertainment scene. In 2022, LIMEHOF opened its first Hall of Fame building in Stony Brook Village. With more than 120 musicians and music industry executives already inducted, the organization also provides educational programs, scholarships, and awards to support Long Island students and educators.
Aside from their musical accomplishments, the Fat Boys made a memorable foray into the world of cinema, starring in three Hollywood movies during the 1980s: “Krush Groove,” “Knights of the City,” and “Disorderlies.” Their influence and impact on the music industry have also been recognized through their appearances in various music documentaries.
To commemorate this occasion, the LIMEHOF has organized a special Hip-Hop 50th Anniversary Concert and Panel Discussion on June 11. The event will feature notable figures from the hip-hop community, including Son of Bazerk, DJ Jazzy Jay, Leaders of the New School’s Miloindedance, DINCO D, JVC Force’s AJ Rok, Johnny Juice, Video Music Box’s Ralph McDaniels, and the Sounds of Film’s Tom Needham.
Further details about the event can be found at www.limusichalloffame.org.
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