Called “the Bob Dylan of Rap”, Chuck D is one of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful rap artists in history. Born Carlton Ridenhouer in Roosevelt, Long Island, Chuck D formed Public Enemy in 1982. The group rose to international fame with their explosive debut album YO! Bum Rush the Show in 1987, redefining rap music and Hip Hop culture in the process. Following up with It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back in 1988 and Fear of a Black Planet in 1990, along with the soundtracks to several Spike Lee films (perhaps most memorably, Fight The Power from Lee’s Do the Right Thing).

Public Enemy continues to make music, win fans, and make people think. Chuck D is a contributor to a number of mediums. He has published a best selling autobiography, and hosted his own segment on the Fox News Channel. Chuck D has served as a national spokesperson for Rock the Vote, the National Urban League, the National Alliance of African American Athletes, and the partnership for a Drug-Free America.

Chuck D will be speaking on rap, race, reality, and technology at the Main Event. Don’t miss it!
Following the presentation, there will be a question and answer session, and book signing. Books will be available for purchase.