Credited as the first rapper to cross over to the pop market with his platinum selling hip hop single, Ice Ice Baby in 1990, West Palm Beach resident Robert “Vanilla Ice” Van Winkle today performs a mix of newer, rock-influenced material and old school hip hop. He signed with Psychopathic Records in May 2011 and is to release his latest album, WTF – Wisdom, Tenacity & Focus later this year.
Cool down this Labor Day Weekend with Vanilla Ice in concert at Seminole Casino Hollywood (located at the corner of Stirling Road and State Road 7 across from sister property, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino) on September 3 at 8 p.m.
Robert “Vanilla Ice” Van Winkle was one of the first waves of rap artists to gain worldwide fame, and remains a culture icon who is often referenced in today’s most popular television shows, movies and songs. Credited as the first rapper to cross into the pop market, Van Winkle was the first rapper to top the Billboard charts with his Platinum selling, hip hop single “Ice Ice Baby” in 1990. That same year, the song topped the Australian, Dutch, Irish, New Zealand and UK charts, which helped diversify hip hop by introducing it to a worldwide, mainstream audience.
Van Winkle’s current live performances feature a mix of newer, rock-influenced material and old school hip hop. He signed with Psychopathic Records in May 2011 and is scheduled to release his latest album WTF – Wisdom, Tenacity & Focus sometime this year. Influenced by an assortment of musical genres, including hip hop, acoustic, country, hardcore punk and techno, WTF is expected to feature guest appearances by Insane Clown Posse, Mike E. Clark, Slim Thug and Cowboy Troy.
This free, outdoor concert will take place near the east entrance of the casino. Standing room only. Must be 21 years of age or older.
When: Saturday, September 3, 2011
8 p.m.
Standing room only
Must be 21 and older.
Where: East entrance of Seminole Casino Hollywood (across Stirling Road from the Hard Rock); 4150 North State Road 7 (U.S. Highway 441). For more information call 954-961-3220 or 1-866-2-CASINO or visit www.seminolehollywoodcasino.com