Upcoming Events
52nd Anniversary Ambassadors of hip hop Honors and Awards 2025Sat, Sep 13The Bronx
Discover the rich history of the legendary T-Connection nightclub and its visionary owner, Richard T. We offer a unique selection of historical personalized t-shirts that celebrate the iconic era of hip hop culture, aiming to create a community dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy
T-Shirts and Hoodies
Back Story
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What Was T-Connection Nightclub?
T-Connection was a pivotal discotheque located in the Williamsbridge area of the Bronx, active in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It played a central role in the development of early hip-hop culture .
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Why T-Connection Matters in Hip-Hop History
It provided an indoor space for burgeoning hip-hop artists and DJs to perform—acting as a sort of “Apollo Theater of hip-hop,” where DJs could refine their craft before demanding crowds .
Legendary DJs such as Kool Herc, widely regarded as a father of hip-hop, performed there with his crew, the Herculoids. The club was also closely associated with Afrika Bambaataa and the Zulu Nation, who frequently played at T‑Connection and were effectively its unofficial house crew .
The flier you’re seeing showcases the type of events hosted there—for instance, a Thanksgiving Day bash featuring famed personalities like Kool Herc and Grand Wizzard Theodore, along with DJ Clark Kent,Sinbad and tony tone of the Cold Crush Brothers.
What's Next!!!!
T-Connection Legacy Products:
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Throwback shirts and hoodies
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Righteous Rap Radio
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Throwback dinner events
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Event series, memorializing the birth of hip hop, through the lens of the T-Connection Legacy
Events and the Historical Alhambra Ballroom: 2116 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd, NY, NY
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March 22nd, - Follow-up event, with eye toward the 52nd Anniversary of Hip-Hop event, the weekend of July 18 – 20th.
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July 18th – 20th – Family Reunion Honoring Richard T. and Product Launches.
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Friday, July 18th – Kick-off, Product Launches, with Live performances
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Saturday, July 19th – Dinner show, sneak preview of play, live performances, and celebration
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Sunday, July 20th – Family Reunion Banquet (300 people).
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Saturday, September 13th - 52nd Anniversary of Hip Hop Ambassadors honors and awards
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Evolution of Hip Hop Music
Please listen to the decades of Hip Hop and its evolution. The melodic beats that we have all become accustomed to still exist, but the mastery of wordsmithing has taken on a level that can only be described as genius.
To all of the pioneers we salute you.
To all the soldiers that survived the gang life during that period, we salute you.