Rock The Bells and AfroFuture unite with Sixthman for the First-Ever AFROCRUISE

Rock The Bells, the global platform dedicated to elevating Hip-Hop culture from its roots to the modern day founded by LL COOL J, AfroFuture, the annual celebration of African culture presented by Culture Management Group in Accra, Ghana, along with AfroVerse, an experiential partner dedicated to amplifying African culture through art, food, and music activations have joined forces with Sixthman, the leader in festivals and music cruises for more than two decades, to present the first-ever AFROCRUISE, sailing March 29-April 1, 2024 from Miami, FL to Nassau, Bahamas aboard Norwegian Pearl.

First Round Pre-sale Signups are available through June 4 at 11:59 pm (ET). Pre-sale Signups conclude June 7 at 11:59 pm (ET). Public On-Sales begin June 9 at 12:00 pm (ET), exclusively at theafrocruise.com. Three different payment options will be available, with Automated Monthly Billing allowing for a deposit as low as $100 per person while supplies last.

A high seas celebration of all things African and diasporic culture, AFROCRUISE is a fully immersive event unlike any other, showcasing fashion, food, and the irresistible sounds of Afrobeats and Amapiano music with a spectacular lineup of world-renowned guest artists to be unveiled soon. Highlights will include a traditional Jollof War – a friendly battle over different styles of jollof rice, a dish typical to Ghana, Nigeria, and other West African countries – along with a West African Suya Pool Deck BBQ, DJ sets, tournaments, special workshops, and more, all while basking in breathtaking sea views and glorious Caribbean sunshine. What’s more, AFROCRUISE will feature once-in-a-lifetime parties presented by Afrobeats & Brunch, London’s Days Like This, Positive Vibes Only (PVO), RNB HouseParty, and NYC’s popular No Wahala podcast. Additional information will be announced in the coming weeks.

AFROCRUISE celebrants will enjoy all the incredible amenities available aboard the Norwegian Pearl, including fully stocked bars at (almost) every corner, tasty dining options, the Pool Deck (with multiple hot tubs), the Pearl Club Casino, Mandara Spa, Body Waves Fitness Center, Sports Court, and much more.

Beyond the onboard experience, guests will have the chance to enjoy a shore excursion to Nassau, Bahamas – the ultimate vacationer’s paradise with its laid-back vibes and perfect white-sand beaches, palm trees covered in coconuts, and refreshing, crystal-clear waters. Please note: Shore excursions will not be available until 4-6 weeks prior to sailing. Cruisers will be able to book excursions upon receipt of their official booking number.

Rock The Bells is the preeminent voice for timeless Hip-Hop. Founded in 2018 by LL COOL J and Geoff Yang, Rock The Bells focuses on content, commerce and experiences that honor the CULTURE and the core elements of Hip-Hop — MCing, DJing, Breaking, Graffiti — and more. Rock The Bells is the bridge between OG’s and those inspired by their groundbreaking influences on the culture. Visit us at www.rockthebells.com, stream LL COOL J’s Rock The Bells Radio on SiriusXM Channel 43, and follow us on Instagram @RockTheBells.

Sixthman festivals tear down walls between artists and fans by creating community-inspired vacation experiences at resorts and at sea. Since 2001, Sixthman has set the stage for moments that make life rock, serving over 300,000 guests on over 150 unforgettable vacations on sand and at sea with their favorite artists, athletes, actors, comedians, and brands. These carefully curated, intimate events bring non-stop performances, artist collaborations, in-depth panels, Q&As, fan-artist activities, museums, and overall, truly immersive experiences that celebrate community and change expectations of what a vacation can be. Sixthman’s domestic homeport of Miami brings escapes for guests to dream destinations in the Virgin Islands, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, and The Bahamas. In 2019, Sixthman expanded its festivals at sea to Europe, sailing from Barcelona, Spain to exotic Mediterranean ports and then from Athens through the Greek Isles in 2022. In addition to festivals at sea, Sixthman has taken its innovative vacation concept to world-class, all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic and Mexico. In 2020, Sixthman Services was launched to support other event holders with a suite of on-site and virtual event management services and enhanced experiences. 2023 is poised to be a record year in terms of number of events and expansion into new verticals. LIVE LOUD with us at www.sixthman.net.

Culture Management Group LLC (CMG) is an African focused media management company introducing a diverse and innovative perspective to the African event space. Culture Management Group’s mission is to highlight creative talent from and within the African continent via event management & marketing, cultural showcases, and digital documentation. CMG is also the parent company for AfroFuture Fest, an annual festival located in Accra, Ghana previously known as Afrochella.

Afroverse is a creative and experiential agency founded by Double O Collective, renowned for over two decades of expertise curating and producing exceptional cultural events, festivals, concerts, and acclaimed digital, audio, and visual series. With an unwavering commitment to celebrating and amplifying Afrocentric narratives, Afroverse stands as a premier platform for fostering cultural exchange, artistic expression, and community engagement.