The Pillars: Foundation of Frederick hip hop come alive at The Pillars - Presented by One City, One Sound

The Pillars is more than a concert — it’s a tribute to the foundation, legacy, and future of Frederick’s hip-hop community. Curated by One City, One Sound, this event brings together the artists who’ve help built the scene and the new wave who are carrying it forward. It's a living archive of bars, beats, and the city’s unshakable voice — and you won’t want to miss your chance to witness it live.

  • Date:10/10/2025 07:00 PM - 10/10/2025 10:00 PM
  • Location 8411 Broadband Drive, Frederick, MD, USA (Map)
  • More Info:Rockwell Brewery; 7:30pm; Retro/Ricole, Stitch Early, Ahzay, ANF Ain’t Never Fold, Demetrius, and DaJohn.
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What is The Pillars?The Pillars is more than a concert — it’s a tribute to the foundation, legacy, and future of Frederick’s hip-hop community. Curated by One City, One Sound, this event brings together the artists who’ve help built the scene and the new wave who are carrying it forward. It's a living archive of bars, beats, and the city’s unshakable voice — and you won’t want to miss your chance to witness it live.


ONE CITY ONE SOUND

This year’s lineup features a dynamic blend of Frederick’s most respected veterans and rising stars. Come see Retro/Ricole, Stitch Early, and Ahzay represent the foundational voices who helped carve out the local scene, each bringing their distinct lyrical style and legacy to the stage, as they’ll be joined by emerging standouts ANF Ain’t Never Fold, Demetrius, and DaJohn — artists who embody the city’s next generation of talent with unmatched energy, hunger, and promise. Holding it all together on the 1s and 2s is Baspy of Benefactor Events, one of Frederick’s most premier DJs, ensuring the vibe stays authentic and electric from start to finish.


🎟 Tickets:

  • Early Bird (Until Sept. 30th): $5
  • General Admission (Oct. 1 and after): $10


Capacity is limited — secure your spot early. This will be one of Frederick’s most important hip-hop nights of the year, and once we’re full, we’re full. Don’t wait until the last minute.


Whether you’ve been a part of Frederick’s hip-hop journey from day one, or you’re just tapping in — this night is for you. Come raise a glass, nod your head, and stand with us as we honor The Pillars. 

Artists' sites: 


Ahzay


Demetrius

  • TikTok: @bydemetrius — Artist’s official profile with videos and a link to content via Linktree


DaJohn (aka Skinny Kravitz)

  • Official Website: lovedajohn.com — Features music, visuals, tour info, booking details, and links to socials

  • Instagram: @love.dajohn — Active artist profile with 5.2K+ followers, featuring music updates and visuals 


Retro/Ricole

  • Instagram: @ricolebarnes — rapper, songwriter, part of daMOOD, active in DMV hip-hop 

  • SoundCloud: Retro/Ricole — track archive showcasing his broader catalog 


ANF (Ain’t Never Fold)


Stitch Early

  • Bandcamp: Stitch Early — stream music and find merch 

  • Spotify: Stitch Early — artist page for streaming and discovery