“It was an organic process” – Frieda on her journey in HipHop
Late 1990s in Berlin-Kreuzberg: graffiti on the walls, rap blasting from speakers, youth centers full of beats, movement, and connection. This is where Frieda’s journey into the world of breaking begins. “I grew up in Kreuzberg and started listening to hip-hop in the late ’90s,” she says. Back then, names like Kool Savas, Blumentopf, and […]
rentitNOW brings Design and Energy to the Red City Hall
At this year’s HipHop Ball, rentitNOW, one of Germany’s leading event suppliers, will bring the evening to life with furniture, décor, and a strong sense of style.Behind rentitNOW stands a dedicated team based in Berlin and Hanover. The company was formed through the merger of RENT4EVENT GmbH and EMS event-mietservice. Two names long associated with […]
Sneakers on the Dancefloor: THE DRESS CODE OF THE HIPHOP BALL
When people think of balls, they often picture glittering nights in gold-adorned halls, dancers dressed in white, tuxedos, bow ties, and flowing gowns. The Viennese Ball is considered the global symbol of elegant festive culture. Now, this centuries-old tradition is being intertwined with a rebellious and creative culture born from resistance – HipHop.The HipHop Ball […]
From Berlin to the World: Basketball as a Message of Empowerment
In September 2026, Berlin will become the global center of women’s basketball: from September 4 to 13, the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup will take place in the German capital. Sixteen nations will compete in Berlin’s arenas – an event that goes far beyond sport, sending a powerful signal for visibility, diversity, and empowerment. All […]
Matthias Löscher Brings Jazz, Soul & HipHop to the HipHop Ball
He’s from Vienna, lives in Brooklyn, and creates music that breaks boundaries. Austrian jazz guitarist and producer Matthias Löscher is part of a generation of artists for whom HipHop is more than a genre — it’s a mindset, a cultural foundation, and an artistic compass. This November, he’ll bring his unique sound to the HipHop […]
Coffee Art from Berlin – The Andraschko Kaffee Roastery
Right in the heart of Berlin, the Andraschko Kaffee Roastery has established itself as a go-to destination for coffee lovers who value quality, origin, and mindful enjoyment. Elisabeth Andraschko, co-founder and creative force behind the brand, describes herself as a “hedonist, globetrotter, and entrepreneur.” Her passion for coffee began in a very personal way: “My […]
Mampe Berlin: Tradition and HipHop-Style
The Oldest Yet One of the Most Modern Spirit Brands in the Capital. We had the chance to take a look behind the scenes of Berlin’s cult distillery, Mampe Berlin, enjoyed exciting conversations with CEO Florian, and got to taste some of their most fascinating creations. Mampe will also be a partner at the upcoming […]
From Bach to the Bronx: How Classical Music and HipHop Write Their Eras
Culture never stands still. It unfolds in waves, in eras, in generations – each shaped by social upheavals, technological innovation, and the longing for expression. Looking back on 50 years of HipHop, we can see a striking parallel to classical music: both can be divided into distinct epochs, each with its own codes, styles, and […]
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. […]
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 […]