Back the Cypher | Old Skool Party at The Kutt | Columbus Hip-Hop Revival ft. DZ, Mayh3m! & Dre Ducket$

DJ Universe

Yo, welcome back to Back the Cypher. I’m DJ Universe, and if you’ve been rockin’ with us, you already know what time it is. But today, I gotta talk straight to the folks who always say, “Man, I miss when Hip-Hop had meaning.” You know, the ones who say, “I wish there was something real to go to.” Well, this is it. This is the moment. The only question left is: Are you gonna show up, or are you just gonna sit this one out and watch from the sidelines? I mean, for real, this is the kind of thing we always say we want, right? So, what’s it gonna be?

DJ Universe

Let’s get one thing clear—this ain’t some watered-down throwback night with a Spotify playlist and a DJ scrolling through their phone. Nah, this is the real deal. Curated, crafted, and powered by people who actually live this culture, not just promote it for clout. We’re talking B-Boys with real footwork, graffiti with a message, emcees with bars, and DJs with actual skill. All of it, under one roof: The Kutt Records, Columbus, Ohio—Friday, July 18th, 8 PM to midnight. Ten bucks. That’s it. I gotta say that again—ten dollars to witness what people pay hundreds for at big festivals. This is authenticity, not nostalgia for sale.

DJ Universe

Here’s the thing—this isn’t just a show to watch. It’s a scene to be part of. Your ten dollars? That’s not just a cover charge. That’s you helping pay local talent, fueling the Road to Legacy Tour, and keeping Hip-Hop community-centered, not corporate-controlled. When you buy a ticket, you’re helping with venue deposits, artist travel, merch drops, media coverage—the whole movement. Every single person in that room becomes part of a living, moving archive of the culture. You’re not just at a party. You’re in the photos, you’re in the footage, you’re in the cipher. You’re part of the story.

DJ Universe

Let me paint the picture for you. You walk in, and the walls are lined with vinyl. The air? It smells like old records, new dreams, and fresh sound. Mayhem is on the decks, Dre Duckets is warming up the crowd, and Dangerous Zygos—DZ—is on the mic, welcoming the real ones. You see Gazelles, shell-toes, Kangols, vintage gear everywhere. You hear Ra Kim, Mary J., Big Daddy Kane, Guy, A Tribe Called Quest… and in the corner, a cypher’s forming. You realize, this ain’t just a party—it’s church for the culture. It’s that feeling you can’t stream or scroll past. You gotta be there to get it.

DJ Universe

Real talk—there’s always gonna be people who say, “I saw the flyer. I heard the podcast. But I didn’t go.” And then there’s the ones who say, “I was there. I danced. I supported. I witnessed legacy unfold.” Which one are you? The only thing more powerful than Hip-Hop’s past is how we show up for its future. This party is your moment to say, “I backed the cypher. I stood for culture. I didn’t just talk about it—I lived it.” And honestly, as we talked about in the last episode, it’s about action, not just words. Don’t let this be one of those moments you regret missing.

DJ Universe

So here’s what you need to do. First, mark the date—Friday, July 18th. Pull up to The Kutt Records, 3058 West Broad St, Columbus, Ohio. Bring your ten bucks—cover goes straight to the artists and organizers. Share this episode, let folks know it’s happening. And rock your throwback gear—shell-toes, boom box shirts, gold chains, whatever makes you feel like you. If you wanna go the extra mile, shop at ProductzOfSocietyLLC.com, stream Dangerous Zygos and Mayhem, maybe even grab a pair of Sole Legacy sneakers, or donate to the Road to Legacy Indiegogo campaign. Every bit helps keep this movement alive.

DJ Universe

I’m gonna leave you with this—some moments just pass, and others pass you by because you didn’t show up. This is not a flyer for your feed. This is a calling. Come to The Kutt. Support Dangerous Zygos, support Mayhem, support Dre Duckets, support the culture while it’s still alive enough to respond. I’m DJ Universe, this is Back the Cypher, and I’ll see you where the vibe came back—Friday, July 18th, Columbus, Ohio. Don’t just watch history—be part of it. Peace, and I’ll catch you in the next one.