[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 4 (Tuesday, January 9, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E8]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            CELEBRATING INDEPENDENT HIP-HOP FESTIVAL CHREECE

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, January 9, 2024

  Mr. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Indianapolis' 
independent hip-hop festival Chreece. Founded in 2015, Chreece 
celebrates and honors local talent across Indiana and beyond. It's a 
vibrant display of the culture and diverse artistry of the genre.
  After a three-year break, Chreece came back in December bigger and 
better than ever by partnering with Indianapolis-based creative 
advocacy firm GANGGANG to showcase the best and brightest talents. Over 
80 local hip-hop artists, DJs, and producers took the stage across 
eight different venues this year to spotlight Black culture, 
creativity, ingenuity, and artistry. It has become a rite of passage 
for any artist wanting to express themselves, and a way to highlight 
Indianapolis' growing creative community.
  Festival founder Oreo Jones, and his team of organizers, understand 
the impact this festival has had on Indiana, the country, and the 
global hip-hop community. It is only fitting to honor this festival 
this year which marks the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. As a former 
artist, I'm always honored to recognize the artistic talent of and from 
the Midwest.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Oreo Jones and his 
team for celebrating independent artists and recognizing Chreece for 
its impact on Indianapolis and beyond.

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