Three promoters of African origin and 1 DJ from the Dominican Republic who

became the voice of the team, came together. Each of them with their own clientele

and over a decade of experience in nightlife formed an alliance. The alliance became

known as the Lions Group. Losseny Samake and Felix who were already a dominant

duo in nightlife for many years added a 3 rd partner Nii Quaye and resident DJ

Rodney Castillo. The Lions Group created exclusive hip-hop events 5 nights a week

at various locations around the city where professional athletes, artists, and actors all

came together to bring New York City hip-hop life back to life.