Photo By: Keshia Janee The legacy of THOP Fest continues to make waves in hip-hop culture as alumni artist T.F returns with a powerful new release—this time teaming up with legendary producer DJ Muggs of Cypress Hill on Don't Call Me Lucky. Known for shaping the sound of West Coast hip-hop, DJ Muggs has worked with some of the most iconic names in the game. His gritty, sample-heavy production style helped define the success of Cypress Hill and continues to influence generatio

THOP FEST TOUR | ANNUAL HIP-HOP ARTIST COMPETITION THE ROAD TO THE MAIN STAGE: JOIN THE 2026 LINEUP The Happiness of Pursuit Festival is heading out this spring on a scouting mission to find the best up-and-coming talent in the underground. As one of the premier independent hip-hop festivals in the country, THOP Fest has hosted icons like Mobb Deep, Benny The Butcher, Conway The Machine, Roc Marciano, and Evidence. Now, we’re looking for the next generation of greats to join

If you weren’t at the main stage when the first snare hit, you missed a piece of hip hop history. The energy was electric as Detroit’s own Apollo Brown took over THOP Fest , proving exactly why he’s considered the gold standard of modern production. We’ve just dropped this exclusive performance clip from his set—check it out and witness the soul of the MPC in action. Apollo Brown didn’t just play a set; he curated an experience. From his dusty, soul-infused textures to the