One of the most revered DJs in the world, Kool DJ Red Alert, was honored last August in Washington, D.C., when he was inducted into the 2025 National Hip-Hop Honors. The ceremony took place at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. He was joined by Kid ‘N Play, Jungle Brothers, Dana Dane, Kwamé, Sweet Tee, DJ Hollywood, and Antoinette.<br /><br />This video was taken that night in celebration of several legendary figures in Hip-Hop, and The Industry Cosign was there to witness the accolades.<br /><br />Kool DJ Red Alert, who is celebrating his 50th year in Hip-Hop and going on his 23rd year on the radio, accepted his award and acknowledged his career in front of the packed audience.<br /><br />The National Hip-Hop Museum is the world's first museum dedicated to Hip-Hop, based in Washington, D.C. In the halls of this monument, you will find The House of Hip-Hop Art Galleries, The Hip-Hop Shop, The Hip-Hop Cafe, and The Hip-Hop Museum Pop-Up Experience. The 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization is led by one of the first recorded Hip-Hop artists, The Sugarhill Gang's Master Gee, who serves as the executive director.
