BeatKonductaz Presents
A Little Richard Cultural Arts Experience
Saturday, August 15·Macon, Georgia
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM · The Mill Hill Cultural Arts Center · 213 Clinton Street
About the Event
Macon's musical legacy comes alive this August as BeatKonductaz presents The Rich Flip, a one-day cultural arts experience honoring the life, influence, and creative spirit of Macon's own Little Richard. More than just an event, it's an immersive celebration where music, visual art, education, and community intersect.
Little Richard forever changed popular music with his fearless stage presence, groundbreaking sound, and uncompromising originality. His influence stretches far beyond rock & roll, inspiring generations of musicians across every genre.
As one of Macon's most celebrated cultural icons, Little Richard's story deserves to continue inspiring future artists and reminding the world of the city's incredible musical heritage. Inspired by his groundbreaking legacy, the event explores how his fearless creativity continues to influence generations of musicians, producers, artists, and cultural innovators.
BeatKonductaz is a DMV-based producer collective and cultural platform dedicated to preserving and celebrating the art of hip-hop production through live showcases, educational programming, panel discussions, exhibitions, and community events. Their mission is simple: Document. Celebrate. Elevate.
Macon Music Legacy
Macon, Georgia is one of the most musically significant cities in American history. The Rich Flip is not arriving in spite of that legacy—it's arriving because of it. This is the through-line from Richard Wayne Penniman to the producers and artists carrying his spirit forward today.
Event Highlights
Visitors will experience a full day of live entertainment, creative programming, and interactive exhibits designed to celebrate Macon's place in American music history while showcasing today's independent creative community. Tap any element to learn more.
A live producer showcase featuring original music inspired by Little Richard, alongside live sound design and beat-making demonstrations for visitors of all ages.
A hip-hop production and music industry panel discussion bringing together artists, educators, and cultural leaders for a candid conversation on craft, community, and legacy.
Acclaimed visual artist Kevin "SCENE" Lewis creates an original work live throughout the day, inspired by Little Richard's story, style, and spirit.
A curated art exhibition celebrating Little Richard's cultural impact, featuring work from regional visual artists and contemporary creators.
A local vendor marketplace featuring artists, creators, and small businesses, with opportunities for Macon-based and independent brands to connect with visitors.
Community networking and family-friendly activities throughout the day, designed as a meeting point between Macon's creative community and visiting artists, producers, and supporters.
Featured Guests
The Rich Flip will welcome an incredible lineup of respected artists, educators, and cultural leaders.
Maureen Yancey—known to the world as Ma Dukes—is the mother of the late J Dilla and leads the James Dewitt Yancey Foundation. Her presence at The Rich Flip connects a legacy of transformative artistry to the same fearless spirit Little Richard embodied.
Brooklyn-bred and globally respected, Shawn J. Period is a producer and DJ whose work has shaped the sound of hip-hop and R&B across decades—the exact lineage of originality The Rich Flip is celebrating.
Mexico City–based producer, visual artist, and cultural organizer. Boca Floja represents the global reach of the creative traditions Little Richard helped set in motion, making The Rich Flip a broader cultural conversation.
A respected voice in independent hip-hop culture, Dumi Right brings a global, community-rooted perspective to The Rich Flip's celebration of music, art, and creative legacy.
The DMV-based producer collective and cultural platform behind the event. BeatKonductaz documents, celebrates, and elevates hip-hop production culture through live showcases, educational programming, and community events.
Celebrating Macon's Creative Legacy
The Rich Flip is designed to strengthen Macon's reputation as a destination for arts, culture, and music tourism while supporting local businesses, artists, and nonprofit organizations. By connecting history with contemporary creativity, the event encourages new audiences to experience Macon's vibrant arts community and rich cultural heritage.
In OHLOW's Words
"Little Richard didn't just invent Rock & Roll—he gave Rock & Roll its attitude." — OHLOW, Founder, BeatKonductaz
Partners & Sponsors
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The Rich Flip is accepting presenting sponsors, cultural partners, and community sponsors. Your investment places your brand at the intersection of music history, arts and culture, and Macon's visitor economy.
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MACON, GA — BeatKonductaz, a DMV-based producer collective and cultural platform, will bring The Rich Flip to Macon, Georgia on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Mill Hill Cultural Arts Center, 213 Clinton Street. The event is a one-day cultural arts experience honoring the life, influence, and creative spirit of Macon's own Little Richard.
The day will feature special guest Maureen "Ma Dukes" Yancey of the James Dewitt Yancey Foundation, internationally recognized producer and DJ Shawn J. Period, Mexico City–based producer and artist Boca Floja, independent hip-hop artist Dumi Right, and the BeatKonductaz collective. Programming includes a live producer showcase, live sound design and beat-making demonstrations, a hip-hop production and music industry panel discussion, live painting by acclaimed visual artist Kevin "SCENE" Lewis, a curated art exhibition, a local vendor marketplace, and family-friendly community activities throughout the day.
"Little Richard didn't just invent Rock & Roll—he gave Rock & Roll its attitude," said OHLOW, founder of BeatKonductaz.
The Rich Flip is designed to strengthen Macon's reputation as a destination for arts, culture, and music tourism, with visitors expected from across Georgia and neighboring states—generating opportunities for local restaurants, hotels, retailers, and creative entrepreneurs while celebrating one of America's most influential musical pioneers.
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Saturday, August 15, 2026
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Mill Hill Cultural Arts Center
213 Clinton Street, Macon, GA
Presented by BeatKonductaz