Public Enemy

Where to see Public Enemy in 2026

• Aftershock 2026 lineup →

  October 1–4, 2026 · Discovery Park, Sacramento, CA

  Main stage · Friday

Who Public Enemy is

Chuck D's baritone over air-raid production — protest music that has never needed updating, with Flavor Flav as eternal hype engine.

political hip-hop

Sounds like Public Enemy

Also compared to Rage Against the Machine, Run-DMC, Beastie Boys.

Artists who sound like Public Enemy

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Past appearances

• Sonic Temple 2026 lineup →

  May 14–17, 2026 · Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH

  Main stages · Sunday · Cathedral Stage