The Scene
Roots Picnic, named after its founders and iconic hip-hop legends, The Roots, takes place at Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park. Expanding into New York, they have made it clear the festival will always keep its roots in Philadelphia where it has helped grow the cultural landscape. Although founded by hip-hop icons, the festival features a diverse lineup of R&B, rap, and indie alternative.
Festival Info
2016 Lineup
- Chill Moody
- D’Angelo
- Daniel Bambaata Marley
- David Byrne
- Deerhoof
- Echosmith
- Emily Wells
- Epmd
- Everyday People Feat. DJ Moma
- Jeremih
- Jerrod Carmichael
- John Mayer
- Kevin Gates
- Lady Leshurr
- Lil Uzi Vert
- Nile Rodgers
- Royce Da 5’9′
- Stretch
- Styles P
- Swizz Beatz
- The Roots Picnic
- Trombone Shorty
- Wu Tang Clan
- X Ambassadors
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