DC's music community gears up to honor the life and works of one of Hip-Hop's most influential producers, with a special two-day commemoration beginning with a panel discussion at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and culminating with the annual concert at the Howard Theatre.

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"So much of what's out there sounds the same,'' says Brooks. "I wanted to create something different and something undeniable with my music."