BrooklynBodega, the organizers behind the annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, made their first artist anouncements on Monday (May 5), revealing several artists, including a rare performance by the Digable Planets' Ladybug Mecca.

In addition to Ladybug, Buckshot, Smif-N-Wessun, and Bilal were also named as performers. Other annoucements are to follow.

"We are honored to be joined by the likes of Buckshot, Bilal and Mecca," said Wes Jackson, the festival's executive director. "Buckshot is the original Brooklyn MC, and he and the Boot Camp Clik/Duck Down family have been very supportive of the Festival from day one. We are happy to bring him home to perform in Brooklyn on the heels of his new album The Formula with 9th Wonder."

"And what can you say about Mecca? She has been repping for Brooklyn ever since she took home the Grammy with Digable Planets. This is going to be a great year for the Festival. Our best so far. Guaranteed," he continued.

The festival takes place throughout June and July, with the festival's main and last day taking place on July 12 at Empire Fulton Ferry State Park

Tickets for the July 12 are available online at BrooklynBodega.com for a donation of $10.

"We are asking everyone who attends for at least $10. At that price point the Festival is an absolute steal," said Ebonie Jackson, festival production director. "Comparable events will charge in the hundreds of dollars. We won't do that. With the help of our sponsors, partners and most importantly the donors and fans who love Hip-Hop we pledge to keep all festival events affordable."

For a full calendar of events, ticket packages or more info, visit BrooklynBodega.com.