Overview

• Paramount+ released the first trailer on June 27, offering a glimpse at LL Cool J’s exploration of hip-hop’s origins.
• The five-part series will debut July 22 and chart the genre’s evolution from New York City block parties to a global phenomenon.
• LL Cool J executive produces through his Rock the Bells banner and hosts the series co-created with Peyton Manning, whose Omaha Productions marks its first major venture outside sports.
• The trailer highlights LL Cool J’s visit to the Bronx park where DJ Kool Herc hosted the first hip-hop gatherings and captures reflections from genre pioneers.
• Hip-hop luminaries featured include Big Daddy Kane, Grandmaster Caz, Jadakiss, Method Man, Rev Run, Roxanne Shante and Salt of Salt-N-Pepa.