An evening filled with beats, hip-hop, community spirit, and passionate participants. Modesto Artists Movement brought to life the 2024 annual Crush Congregation on Saturday, November 16th. A competition for local artists to showcase their talent and live beat making ability. There were a total of 14 participants, including Stockton's own Beat Maker and fierce competitor, K.O..
Pictured above: Crush Congregation promotional sign
Participants from Southern California to the Bay Area were invited to join in on this year's competition including: Ray V, DDropsBeats, Doni Blu, TPillz, TeseBeatz, TOONWRLD, Clouded Kings, Bennett Vickery, DoomDaWiz, Dripwork, Mayflwr95, ChefSt, Jmmy Jmmy.
Pictured above: K.0. (in orange) battling against competitor
Local Stocktonian, K.O. was one of the top 8 finalists who made it to the second round. All contestants competing for the coveted win which featured a $500 grand prize for the first place winner.
TOONWRLD was this year's winner, as he competed through the third and final round of this year's contest against the talented DoomDaWiz. If you are a local artist interested in participating in the Crush Congregation 2025, keep updated on how you can participate by visiting Modesto Artists Movement.
