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Strong Island Legends: JVC Force’s AJ Rok & B-Luv on LIMEHOF Podcast

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In this special episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with Long Island hip hop pioneers AJ Rok and B-Luv of the legendary group JVC Force.

Hailing from Central Islip, JVC Force helped define the golden era of hip hop with their unmistakable sound and lyrical prowess.

The duo reflects on their groundbreaking 1987 hit “Strong Island,” a powerful anthem that put Long Island on the hip hop map, as well as fan favorites like “Take It Away,” “Do That Dance,” and “Stylin’ Lyrics.”

They discuss the group’s early days, the influence of Long Island’s music scene, their rise to fame, and the lasting impact of their music.

Join us as we celebrate the legacy of JVC Force—true architects of the Strong Island sound.

Buy tickets to visit LIMEHOF at:

https://www.limusichalloffame.org/tickets-and-gift-cards/

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is located at:
97 Main Street
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 631-689-5888

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In this special episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with Long Island hip hop pioneers AJ Rok and B-Luv of the legendary group JVC Force.

Hailing from Central Islip, JVC Force helped define the golden era of hip hop with their unmistakable sound and lyrical prowess.

The duo reflects on their groundbreaking 1987 hit “Strong Island,” a powerful anthem that put Long Island on the hip hop map, as well as fan favorites like “Take It Away,” “Do That Dance,” and “Stylin’ Lyrics.”

They discuss the group’s early days, the influence of Long Island’s music scene, their rise to fame, and the lasting impact of their music.

Join us as we celebrate the legacy of JVC Force—true architects of the Strong Island sound.

Buy tickets to visit LIMEHOF at:

https://www.limusichalloffame.org/tickets-and-gift-cards/

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is located at:
97 Main Street
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 631-689-5888

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