Rock the Bells Cruise announces first wave of artists

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Rock the Bells, the global platform dedicated to elevating Hip-Hop culture founded by LL Cool J, has announced the first wave of talent joining the 2025 “Rock the Bells Cruise: A Hip-Hop Experience” cruise, which is returning for its third annual sailing on October 27, 2025 for another four days of non-stop Hip-Hop. This experience is inspired by classic Hip-Hop for Hip-Hop heads. This cruise has sold out within a week in the previous two years and has accumulated a waitlist of over 20,000 cruisers.

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The initial wave of talent includes The LOX, Da Brat, GZA, Lupe Fiasco, MC Lyte, Fabolous, Xzibit, Dead Prez, The Pharcyde, Paul Wall, Buckshot & Smif-N-Wessun, Onyx, Nappy Roots, Kool G Rap, MC Sha-Rock and Ed Lover with a cast of DJs that set the tone for the cruise, including DJ Jazzy Jeff, Mannie Fresh, DJ Paul, J Period, DJ Evil Dee, DJ Kool, DJ R-Tistic and Rock the Bells Radio’s own DJ Scratch, Technician the DJ, DJ Chuck Chillout, and DJ Epps.

This cruise will also feature an epic lineup of comedians including Affion Crockett, Guy Torry, Tony Roberts, and Lance Woods.

“Rock The Bells Cruise” is in partnership with Sixthman, the industry leader in unforgettable music and lifestyle festivals at sea. Setting sail from Miami to Bimini on October 27-October 31, 2025. The “Rock The Bells Cruise: A Hip-Hop Experience” is a one-of-a-kind experience, offering an immersive Hip-Hop experience aboard Norwegian Jewel.

Rock the Bells elevates Hip-Hop’s legacy through music, fashion, art, and community engagement. The brand honors the genre’s history and highlights its impact on culture, from the streets to the global stage. The Rock the Bells Cruise connects fans, artists, creators, and tastemakers, building a space where the authenticity of Hip-Hop thrives and its stories are told.

The week-long cruise will sail from Miami and make one stop in the Bahamas at Bimini.

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“Rock the Bells is back on the water, bringing the energy, the music, and the culture to new places. This cruise is more than an experience—it’s a movement. And trust me, we’re just getting started.” – LL Cool J, Founder of Rock the Bells

“The Rock the Bells Cruise is all about celebrating the culture with icons that have not only laid the foundation throughout the past 50+ years but continue to push it forward. This event is for the community, and we are happy to help put together. If you are a Hip-Hop head then you can’t miss this ship because Nappy Roots said it best “We’re gonna have a good day!” – Jeff Cuellar CEO of Sixthman

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