July 16th, 2010 by asia

I was at Break Festival last year and really enjoyed myself. Maybe it was because it was at the Glass House in Pomona, a spot that use to have really gully Hip-Hop events, rather historic in a way.. Or maybe it was the vibe, or the music. Def not a typical boring jam put on autopilot with the DJ spinning the same lackluster jams putting the ciphers to sleep. Shit was hot! Battles in the Ciphers, old school heads and new jacks n jills catching wreckage. More of a club vibe and feel with the music and low lightening. The promoter Giovanni aka Barafuco aka Aztec Warrior has been repping in the scene for some time now, he is even loosing his accent so you can understand him better! haha! And no he isnt Mexican, fool! Lets let him grab the mic and drop dimes about his event.
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ABOUT US

It was July 10th, 1996 when Breakfest shook the city of Downey, California, one of the very first events that hosted the full form of what true heads know as “the elements” of what we now call “hip hop”. Breakfest became a focal point where break dancing, mc battles, dj’s, and art exhibitions could publicly meet and showcase talent, that up until that point, were the nation’s best kept secrets. When the event first launched, it was the only location that celebrated the full gamut of hip hop culture due to the lifestyle’s relatively young age.

Nearly a decade later, the second Breakfest took Eagle Rock, California by storm in 2008, boasting a capacity crowd that belied the initial event’s humble beginnings. This time a house battle segment was added to the list of elements represented, which brought talent in from all over the world.

Last year’s Breakfest was reintroduced for 2009 as Breakfestival, a core event that celebrates music, rhythm, and art in their most vivid and raw forms. While Breakfestival passionately preserves its “elemental” roots, the founder Giovanni Avelar, has decided to expand the event by bringing in a larger number of world-renowned MC’s, DJ’s, and artists than the usual in order to recognize and celebrate their talent and achievements.

Highlights of the festival include the infamous Crew vs. Crew (Must have a popper) Battle, the House Battle, and even a Power Move Battle that is sure to bring core dancers out of the woodwork. Bring your best; expect the best. Breakfestival is returning to California and dropping harder than ever.

Sincerely
Giovanni S Avelar

With yours truly judging along with Boogie Frantick, and Iron Monkey

5-12am Battles start @ 6pm The Glass House 200 W. Second St. Pomona 91766