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Drumwork Fest is more than a festival name—it's a movement rooted in Buffalo, New York. Founded in collaboration with and led by Conway The Machine, Drumwork Fest kicked off on August 13, 2022, at the Lakeside Event Lawn in Outer Harbor. The inaugural event set a high bar with headliners including Jeezy, Wale, and Fabolous, while Conway The Machine served as host alongside a crew of dynamic guests. The festival returned on August 13, 2023, maintaining its Outer Harbor home with a powerhouse lineup featuring Gucci Mane, Jadakiss, and Rich The Kid. The Drumwork brand also extends into the Drumwork Music Group, a label built around a roster that has included Jae Skeese, Goosebytheway, 7xvetheGenius, SK Da King, and more. Owner and curator Conway The Machine has helped shape a festival ecosystem that blends hard-hitting hip hop with live, festival-wide performances across multiple years.