From Tupac to Beethoven: When Rap Meets Classical Music – Examples of Tracks Using Classical Samples
HipHhop has always been an art of sampling. Hardly any other genre handles the past as creatively – beats, sounds, and melodies are sampled, transformed, and placed into new contexts. And it’s not only funk, jazz, or soul that serve as sources of inspiration; classical music has long found its way into rap as well. […]
Stefan Lechermann
Stefan is Managing Director of the Flying Steps and plays a leading role in running the Flying Steps Academy. Since its opening in 2007, the Academy has grown under his co-leadership to become Germany’s largest urban dance school – with multiple locations, over 75 instructors, 20 dance styles, and thousands of students training every week. […]
Vartan Bassil
Vartan Bassil is the founder and creative mind behind the Flying Steps, a globally acclaimed urban dance company from Berlin. What began in 1993 in Wedding as a hobby breakdance crew quickly evolved into a multi-award-winning dance group with international productions. Inspired by films like Beat Street, Vartan discovered his passion for breaking back in […]
Malcom Meckert
Malcom combines charm, talent, and passion like few others. From an early age, he discovered his love for music and dance – today he captivates audiences on YouTube, Instagram, and with his high-energy TikTok videos. With his single “Daydream” (2023), he also made waves as a musician, growing his ever-expanding community. At the same time, […]
Autark Tattoo Studio – Art, Attitude, and HipHop
In the heart of Berlin-Charlottenburg, Florian, owner, artist and visionary, has created something that goes far beyond a traditional tattoo studio: the Autark Tattoo Studio. Since 2014, the studio has been a place for people who want to make bold decisions – for their bodies, their stories and their attitude. “Tattoos are an expression of […]
SneakerQueen Julia at the HipHop Ball Berlin
For many, sneakers are fashion. For Julia, also known as SneakerQueen, they are history, identity, and a global network. As a collector, curator, and community builder, she has been deeply rooted in the scene for years and will be honored for her commitment at the HipHop Ball in Berlin. Between Sole and SoulJulia blends aesthetics […]
Statement Looks for Berlin Nights – Visiting crusz
When fashion is more than just clothing – that’s when you know you’re in the right place at crusz Berlin. Surrounded by elegant cuts, bold fabrics, and urban coolness, we explored what styles might be a perfect fit for the HipHop Ball. After all, what’s a stylish night without the right look? A Visit Full […]
HipHop Ball x Uber – Driving the Future Together
Rethinking MobilityThe HipHop Ball is proud to have Uber as its official Presenting Partner. What connects the two? A sense for the zeitgeist, community spirit, and the shared goal of creating new spaces for creativity and participation. Uber has evolved into a global mobility platform that is now indispensable. With options like UberX and Taxi, […]
Jewelry & Symbolism: From Gold Chains to Opera Brooches
Whether it’s a heavy gold chain or a sparkling brooch on a tuxedo – jewelry speaks a language everyone understands. It’s about wealth, style, heritage, belonging, and sometimes even rebellion. Jewelry has always been a reflection of social dynamics – whether in palace gardens or music videos. The Gold Chain: Statement, Pride, and EmpowermentIn the […]
Symphonic HipHop: When the Orchestra takes over the beat
HipHop has always been adaptable – from block parties to stadiums, from the underground to temples of high culture. But when rap meets symphony, it becomes especially powerful. Numerous live projects and collaborations show just how impactful the combination of orchestra and beat can be.Whether it’s Nas with an orchestra at Carnegie Hall, Jay-Z with […]