Hip-hop stays smart at Rock the Bells

The Rock the Bells fest, now in its fourth year, is embarking on a worldwide tour with two confirmed dates so far: one at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, Calif. on Aug. 5 and another on Aug. 6 in northern California (location TBA).

With a lineup including Wu-Tang Clan, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Redman, DEL tha Funkee Homosapien, De La Soul, Murs, Aesop Rock and more, the festival showcases some of hip-hop's finest acts.

Other attractions include surprise performances, a B-Boy stage, art presentations, turntablist and emcee battles, a short preview of the new Rock The Bells documentary, and an attempt by underground rapper Supernatural to break the world record for longest freestyle rap (currently held by D.O. for an eight-hour and 45-minute rap).

Tickets for the San Bernardino show went on sale May 20 and for the northern California show they'll go on sale May 27. They range from $40-$50. There are also a limited number of $100 VIP passes available. For more information and updated tour information, click here.

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