Let your mind tackle intricate issues through the hip hop words of Brother Ali as he showcases his talents in Toronto with a live performance at Tattoo on Wednesday, November 5. 2014. The show is apart of the emcee's Home Away from Home tour and will feature local LA artist Bambu and DJ Last Word. This show is one for the politically conscious music listener. Who: INK Entertainment & Union Events Present Brother Ali live in concert with Bambu & DJ Last Word. Where: Tattoo Queen West, 567 Queen Street West, Toronto When: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Admission: 19+ | Doors 8:00PM | GA $18.50 + S/C | Tickets available online via InkTickets
After a great sold out show at the Opera House just a few months ago and the release of his new album Flying Colours receiving great reviews, Shad will be back in Toronto on Friday January 31, 2014. Presented by Union Events & Flow 93-5 the critically acclaimed emcee will be joined by special guest Brother Ali as they get set to take the stage at the Danforth Music Hall at the end of the month. Take a look at the full details below. What: Union Events & Flow 93-5 Present Shad w/ special guest Brother Ali Where: Danforth Music Hall 147 Danforth Ave, Toronto When: Friday January 31, 2014 Admission: Doors Open 7:00PM | 19+ event | Tickets are available via Ticketmaster, Ticketfly, Rotate This, Soundscapes & Play De Record
Rock The Bells returns for its 10 Year Anniversary with a line up that is sure to attract hip-hop fans across generations. The festival will kick off at San Manuel Amphitheater in San Bernardino, California on September 7 and 8 and make its way to Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California on September 14 and 15. The tour will continue on the east coast with new festival sites at RFK Festival Grounds in Washington D.C. on September 28 and 29, and at Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford, New Jersey on October 4 and 5.
Current superstars such as Kid Cudi, Big KRIT, Tyler the Creator and rap super-group Black Hippy will be sharing the stage with old favorites like Wu-Tang Clan, Rakim and Bone Thugs N Harmony for what will be one of the most memorable hip-hop concerts in recent history. If the big names weren't enough, we will also get a chance to see other very talented artists like Talib Kweli and Dilated Peoples who have gained much respect among the biggest names in hip-hop. Another unique feature of this concert series is that it will feature virtual performances from the Godfather of Gangster Rap, the late Eazy-E, and Ol' Dirty Bastard of the Wu-Tang Clan. This has received approval by their families of course.
Virtual performances are sure to have their share of critics but there is no doubting they will expose these artists to a new set of fans who will also have a chance to appreciate their music like we did. Who would you like to see added to line up? Do you think virtual performances are a tribute to the artist or a gimmick? Tell us what you think! For more info, visit RockTheBells.net and watch MC Supernatural announce the line up below.
Brother Ali just dropped the visuals to "Work Everyday", off his fantastic album Mourning in America and Dreaming in Color. Jake One handles the strings-driven production on this one - as he does for the entire album - while Ali does his thing on the mic. The video was premiered by the folks at Occupy Homes Minnesota, where Ali has been an active supporter and participant - even getting arrested for his involvement (see 3:30). For more on Brother Ali, make sure to check out our interview with him. Check out the Andrew Melby-directed visuals to "Work Everyday" below.