Third Coast Waves

Capital City Film Festival and All of the Above Hip Hop Academy are joining forces to present: Third Coast Waves – an evening celebrating the dynamic history and culture of hip hop, Lansing’s own Golden Era, and local efforts to make waves in the industry.

6:00 – 6:30 PM – DJ set
6:30 – 7:45 PM – Films
7:45 – 8:30 PM – Talkback and panel
8:30 – 9:30 PM – DJ set and Breaking Cypher

FILM SCREENINGS:
Respiration (26 min) – A documentary about Michigan’s longest-running hip hop showcase in Lansing. Directed by Matt Ortlieb, 2010
Breakin’ on the One (45 min) – In 1981, a breaking battle between the Rocksteady Crew and the Dynamic Rockers in New York City sparked a movement that grew from its devastated borough origins to influence the highest ranks of sports and entertainment. Directed by JamsBash, 2024

PANEL DISCUSSION:
Gus Navarro, producer of Breakin’ on the One
Ozay Moore, composer of Breakin’ on the One, emcee, and recording artist
Jamie Wilkins, owner of Code of the Cuts
Matt Ortlieb, producer of Respiration
Yello Kake, poet, singer, and recording artist
Clok, co-founder of Respiration

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT:
DJ set by DJ Yz
Breaking Cypher

This CCFF event is generously sponsored by Consumer Energy and LAFCU.

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Breakin’ on the One

In 1981, a breaking battle between the Rocksteady Crew and the Dynamic Rockers in New York City sparks a movement that grows from its devastated borough origins to influence the highest ranks of sports and entertainment.

Respiration

A documentary about Michigan’s longest-running hip hop showcase in Lansing