Pittsburgh Ruff Ryders 17th Annual Anniversary Featuring DJ Big Phill & Blackksteel
When: Sat., July 16, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 2022
Located in New York city the Ruff Ryders started as a music label in 1988. Founded by siblings Joaquin "Waah", Darin "Dee" and Chivon Dean. The record label became home of artist such as Eve, Drag-On, the L.O.X, Swizz Beats and the legendary DMX.
In an effort to promote the artist "street teams" were formed. Street teams were made up of motorcycle riders who would distribute flyers for upcoming Ruff Ryder concerts in various cities. Adopting the set-up of the MC culture these teams eventually grew to become full Ruff Ryder chapters and those chapters became known as the Ruff