The Hip-Hop Music Awards You Don’t Want to Miss
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The BET Hip Hop Awards are always a can’t-miss event, and this year is shaping up to be no different. From the nominees to the performances, make sure you don’t miss a single minute of the action by tuning in on October 10th.
Introduction
The BET Hip Hop Awards are an annual awards show, aired on BET, showcasing hip hop performers, producers and music video directors. The awards ceremony began in 2006. The show is broadcast on October 10.
The nominees for the 2017 BET Hip Hop Awards were announced on September 19, 2017. Cardi B and DJ Khaled lead the pack with nine nominations each, followed by Kendrick Lamar with eight. Lamar is also nominated for the Richard “Dick” Wesley Award for Best Lyricist.
This year’s cyphers include Wiz Khalifa, 21 Savage, tekashi 6ix9ine, Tory Lanez and more.
The Awards Show
The Awards Show is an award ceremony that honors the best in hip-hop music. It is held annually, and the winners are determined by a vote of the hip-hop community. The Awards Show is a major event in the hip-hop calendar, and it is always attended by a large number of celebrities, industry figures, and fans.
2.1. The Categories
The awards are separated into twelve different categories, and the nominees are voted on by a panel of music industry professionals. The categories are:
-Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
-Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
-Best Group
-Best Collaboration
-Best Live Performance
-Lyricist of the Year
-Producer of the Year
-Video of the Year
-Album of the Year
-Mixtape of the Year
-DJ of the Year
-Breakout Artist of the Year
2.2. The Venue
The awards will be taking place in the heart of downtown Los Angeles at the Microsoft Theater. The 3,700 capacity venue has been home to numerous awards shows and concerts since it opened in 2007.
The theater is located in the L.A. Live complex, which is also home to the Staples Center, Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, and several other restaurants and nightclubs. If you’re coming in from out of town, there are plenty of hotel options nearby.
This year’s awards show is sure to be a star-studded event, so don’t miss out!
2.3. The Performances
This year’s awards show will feature some of the biggest names in hip-hop, including Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, and Snoop Dogg. Other performers include A$AP Rocky, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and Wiz Khalifa. The awards show will also feature a number of special guests, including J. Cole, R. Kelly, and Usher.
The Afterparty
The party doesn’t stop when the awards show is over! Many of the biggest and brightest stars in hip-hop will be performing at after parties across Los Angeles. Here are some of the parties you won’t want to miss:
-The Official Afterparty at Supperclub: This is the place to be seen after the awards show. It’s where all the celebrities will be hanging out, so if you want to rub elbows with the rich and famous, this is the place to be.
-The Grammy Afterparty at The Mayan: This party is sure to be a star-studded affair, with many of hip-hop’s biggest names in attendance. If you’re looking to mingle with music’s elite, this is the party for you.
-The Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party: This invite-only party is one of the most prestigious events of awards season. If you’re lucky enough to get an invite, you’ll rub shoulders with some of the biggest names in the music industry.
Conclusion
When it comes to the hip-hop world, there are many different types of awards shows. Some are more serious, while others are more light-hearted and fun. But when it comes to the hip-hop music awards, there is one show that stands out above the rest: the BET Hip Hop Awards.
The BET Hip Hop Awards is an annual event that celebrates the best in hip-hop music. It is one of the most highly anticipated shows of the year, and for good reason. Not only does it feature some of the biggest names in hip-hop, but it is also a great opportunity to see your favorite artists perform live.
If you’re a fan of hip-hop, then you definitely don’t want to miss the BET Hip Hop Awards. It’s a night that you’ll never forget.
