Shanin Blake
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B. Dolan ~ E-Turn
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 7:30 PM B. DolanIn the aftermath of an emergency spine surgery that radically altered his perspective and body, B. Dolan emerges after a four year hiatus from touring and releasing LPs with a new collection of songs, a new stage show, and a harrowing new story to tell. Written during COVID lockdown and his quarantined procedure and recovery, “The Wound is Not The Body” (a title sampled from Adrienne Maree Brown’s poem ‘The Founding Wound’) winds through 9 new rap songs littered with strange characters, pandemic fatigue, autobiographical thoughts on hip hop, living and aging, and resolve in the face of new challenges. Production from Ant, HEBL, Small Professor, Widowmaker and Dolan himself provide a soulful and minimalist backdrop, while B. Dolan gets some of the most carefully crafted bars of his life across in an unhurried, confident fashion. Aside from impeccable guest vocals from Nya Chomba (who is coincidentally tearing up the current season of “American Idol”) on two tracks and an appearance from Yah-Ra of Planet Asia for some spoken bars, the album is notably devoid of features. The emcee is front and center for this one, and the songs feel like tightly focused meditations on moments, impressions and memories. “The Wound is Not The Body” features a narrator writing alone in recovery, sounding like he and his work have been torn down and rebuilt from the ground up. The album is mixed by DS3K and mastered by Daddy Kev. Available direct from B. Dolan or via Symphonic Distro (US) and Speech Development Records / The Orchard (EU).https://iambdolan.com/ E-TurnBridging the gap between gritty rap and soulful vocals.https://e-turnmusic.com/
Elucid ~ Ghais Guevara
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 7:30 PM ElucidA raw, crackling urgency runs through rapper-producer ELUCID’s new album REVELATOR like an underground power line. There is no space here for sepia-toned reminiscences or indulgent self-mythologizing. Intellectual rabbit holes have been filled in with concrete and rebar; there is nowhere to hide and no off ramp from the audio Autobahn that ELUCID has fashioned—a renegade Robert Moses with gold fronts, bulldozing the homes of the powerful and the complicit. REVELATOR brims with the energy of now, with a refusal to look away. Carpe diem in a murder one mask. Born in Jamaica, Queens, ELUCID has been on the cutting edge of New York’s underground scene since the mid-2000s. From the beginning, he has defied both convention and expectation. He ran with Okayplayer darlings Tanya Morgan, but his own music eschewed their throwback charm for glitchy noise experiments and bass-swamped culture jamming. His 2016 debut studio project Save Yourself (re-released in a deluxe edition last year) announced him in earnest. But in recent years, his Armand Hammer releases with partner-in-crime billy woods have received significant attention and acclaim. Serving as a followup to his last solo album—2022’s comparatively balmy I Told Bessie—ELUCID hoped to “re-distinguish” himself with REVELATOR, setting himself apart amidst the increasing attention around the music he and his friends are making together. https://elucid.bandcamp.com/album/revelator Ghais Guevarahttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7zQ4NNGWgCVWU80Rg6dXOH
OMA ~ Shing02 ~ Substantial
THIS SHOW HAS BEEN MOVED FROM KUNG FU NECKTIE TO WAREHOUSE ON WATTS. ALL PREVIOUSLY-PURCHASED TICKETS WILL BE HONORED AT THE NEW VENUE. AGE RESTRICTION: This show is now 18+. Patrons 21+ with ID may purchase alcohol. Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 8:00 PM “Let’s make a 12-inch single together” was the first email Nujabes sent in the year 2000, when Shing02 was living in the Bay Area. Over the next decade, the Japanese duo went on to create the epic Luv(sic) Hexalogy, a 6-part saga dedicated to the goddess of music. Part2 was recorded in the aftermath of 9/11, while Part3 was an ode recorded during the vast commercialization of the hip hop industry. Then the untimely passing of Jun Seba aka Nujabes in February of 2010 led Shing02 to record and release parts 4-6 with the help of Uyama Hiroto, who was Nujabes’ go-to guy for live arrangements. Now, teamed up with the dynamic Manchester-based OMA, and Shing02’s trusted turntable maestro SPIN MASTER A-1, the Luv(sic) Hexalogy will come to life on stage sans samples and full of live textures that the audiences of Nujabes tributes in the past have come accustomed to. SubstantialPrince George’s County, Maryland-born MC, producer, artist, and educator, Substantial, debuted in 2000 collaborating with the late Japanese producer Nujabes, who later worked on the popular show Samurai Champloo. Legendary rapper and activist, Chuck D of Public Enemy referred to Substantial as “One of the great MCs of our time.” His soulful and introspective brand of Hip Hop music has received critical acclaim from Ebony.com, The Source Magazine, HipHopDX, DJBooth.net, and Okayplayer.com. His music videos have appeared on MTV, VH1, and BET. Substantial has performed in 20 countries and has collaborated with artists such as Kool Herc, L Universe aka Verbal (M-Flo), Oddisee, Mega Ran and more. His music has featured in films and television shows such as Kevin Hart’s Laugh at My Pain and Daytime Emmy nominated show Tough Love. He has also written and performed original songs for games such as Arknights, PUBG Mobile, and Mobile Legends Bang Bang. Substantial is also a two-time Hollywood Music in Media Award nominee and recently became an official EVO musician.https://www.iamsubstantial.com/
SonReal
AGE RESTRICTION: This show is all ages. You must be 21+ with ID to purchase or drink alcohol. SonRealSonReal is a Canadian singer, songwriter, rapper and visual artist with years of international touring, more than a dozen award nominations, 130 million video views and over 350 millionglobal streams to his credit.Bursting onto the scene with the quirky, now-viral video sensation “Everywhere We Go”(36M views), SonReal and his team set a high bar for visual content and songwriting. TheDouble Platinum-certified single “Can I Get A Witness” was the first indication that SonReal had more to say as a songwriter and more to accomplish as an artist. His previous projects, “The Aaron LP” and “Nobody’s Happy All The Time”, are the culmination of this creative journey to align the artist persona of SonReal with the songwriter and person, Aaron Hoffman-every song is a deeply relatable look into the person behind the music. In support of this new body of work SonReal set out on his “Nobody’s Happy AllThe Time Tour” last year, covering over 30 cities across North America and garnered acclaim from Wonderland, NOTION, 1883 Magazine & more.This year, SonReal went completely independent and dropped a new mixtape “Pages” and kickstarted the rollout for his forthcoming album “All Things Aside” due for release August 2024.
Your Old Droog ~ Wiseboy Jeremy
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 8:00 PM Your Old DroogWhen Your Old Droog first entered the Hip-Hop scene a decade ago, he was cloaked in anonymity. The Ukraine-born, Brooklyn bred rap phenomenon was known solely for his sharp, punchy lyrics wrapped in a gruff delivery. Some speculated who was the man behind the sophisticated wordplay. He finally came into the light with his eponymous debut release, the catalyst for what has become a prolific career. Through eight LP’s and ten EP’s, Your Old Droog has crystallized his place in Hip-Hop as the erudite rapper who can tackle any beat with precision; a product of the underground, yet designed for the mainstream. With his new project Movie, YOD is in a new era, where his days of being the dark horse in rap are over. He has countless co-signs from some of the greatest to ever touch a mic, and now he’s finally geared to join them.https://www.instagram.com/yourolddroog/ Wiseboy JeremyAdvancing from a small town in New Jersey, Wiseboy Jeremy expresses life through his lens of the world with Hip-Hop as his chosen medium. The 22-year-old artist relays his introspection over jazz-tinged, contemplative production with a little bit of classic East Coast grit. Known for his unique ability to piece together thoughts that directly represent his peer into the lens of hope, his lyrics reside between a space of wisdom and a yearn to learn more. His 2022 effort, Still Chldrn, is a meditative collection of stories painted over unquantized, Blues & Hip-Hop laced production. Following the 12 months after it’s release, it brought Jeremy to the eyes of publications such as Pigeons & Planes, Bandcamp, Homer Radio, Daily Chiefers, Hot 97 & more.https://wiseboyjeremy.bandcamp.com/
Rav & Kill Bill: The Rapper ~ Scuare & No1mportant
AGE RESTRICTION: This show is ALL AGES. Patrons must be 21+ with ID to drink. Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 8:00 PM Kill Bill: The Rapper and Rav are two of the best kept secrets in the current underground rap scene. With a deep history of over a decade of releasing music together through their rap guild, exociety, they’ve amassed a strong cult following through both their collaborative efforts as well as their solo works (many of which have charted on Billboard independently). From award-winning merch sales on tours to cultivating a rabid, devoted fanbase all across the globe, they’ve somehow remained one of Hip-Hop’s hidden easter eggs; a rabbit hole of indie rap akin to a modern Def Jux or Anticon. After what feels like forever since releasing their cult classic mixtape, NEW MOON, Rav and Kill Bill: The Rapper reunite for their much anticipated first collab album, KEEP THE CHANGE! The duo join forces with an updated in-your face, industrial hip-hop sound reminiscent of the likes of Danny Brown and Run The Jewels. Self-produced. DIY as fuck. Really rapping but not being corny about it. KEEP THE CHANGE! runs a gamut of sounds all the way from breakbeats a la Jet Set Radio to stumbling upon a forbidden forest ritual with crushing 808s squeezed between your breaths. Even in its diversity, KEEP THE CHANGE! somehow remains a cohesive and compelling listen.
Abstract ~ Matt Corman ~ Francc ~ Ashtin Larold ~ Michael Wavves
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM AbstractRaised in Jackson, Wyoming, and now residing in Nashville, Tennessee, Abstract has broken all the rules. The small town-raised artist has amassed over 500 million streams/views across multiple platforms, and has several US and overseas tours under his belt, all without the help of a major label deal. Allowing himself to be inspired by the influences of his life’s journey, he does not confine himself to a specific genre or sound. Instead, he chooses to write from his real-world experiences in an effort to communicate with his listeners as authentically as possible.https://www.ateamworldwide.com/ Matt CormanBoston-born hip-hop artist and entrepreneur, Matt Corman, is celebrated for his hit single “Word to the Wise.” He has graced stages alongside notable acts such as Post Malone, Rae Sremmurd, and Trippie Redd. Corman made history as the first alumni to perform at his college homecoming concert, drawing over 3,000 attendees. He has achieved sold-out headline shows across the United States.https://www.mattcorman.com/ Francchttps://www.instagram.com/francc.musicc/ Ashtin Laroldhttps://youtu.be/kZVA7GENM3Y?si=fYry_jfKkNSq9Vmk Michael Wavveshttps://linktr.ee/michaelwavves
Deca ~ Felix Fast4ward
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:30 PMShow: 8:00 PM DecaDeca is a NY based rapper, producer, and visual artist originally from Denver, CO. He’s self-released ten albums and has gained a reputation and a national following for his vivid storytelling and introspective lyrics. His forthcoming album, a collaboration with producer DealzMakesBeats will be released in Fall 2024.https://linktr.ee/decamusic Felix Fast4wardBetween Sun & Moon | Felix Fast4ward (bandcamp.com)
OMA ~ Shing02 ~ Substantial **Moved to Warehouse on Watts**
THIS SHOW HAS BEEN MOVED FROM KUNG FU NECKTIE TO WAREHOUSE ON WATTS. ALL PREVIOUSLY-PURCHASED TICKETS WILL BE HONORED AT THE NEW VENUE. AGE RESTRICTION: This show is now 18+. Patrons 21+ with ID may purchase alcohol. Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 8:00 PM “Let’s make a 12-inch single together” was the first email Nujabes sent in the year 2000, when Shing02 was living in the Bay Area. Over the next decade, the Japanese duo went on to create the epic Luv(sic) Hexalogy, a 6-part saga dedicated to the goddess of music. Part2 was recorded in the aftermath of 9/11, while Part3 was an ode recorded during the vast commercialization of the hip hop industry. Then the untimely passing of Jun Seba aka Nujabes in February of 2010 led Shing02 to record and release parts 4-6 with the help of Uyama Hiroto, who was Nujabes’ go-to guy for live arrangements. Now, teamed up with the dynamic Manchester-based OMA, and Shing02’s trusted turntable maestro SPIN MASTER A-1, the Luv(sic) Hexalogy will come to life on stage sans samples and full of live textures that the audiences of Nujabes tributes in the past have come accustomed to. SubstantialPrince George’s County, Maryland-born MC, producer, artist, and educator, Substantial, debuted in 2000 collaborating with the late Japanese producer Nujabes, who later worked on the popular show Samurai Champloo. Legendary rapper and activist, Chuck D of Public Enemy referred to Substantial as “One of the great MCs of our time.” His soulful and introspective brand of Hip Hop music has received critical acclaim from Ebony.com, The Source Magazine, HipHopDX, DJBooth.net, and Okayplayer.com. His music videos have appeared on MTV, VH1, and BET. Substantial has performed in 20 countries and has collaborated with artists such as Kool Herc, L Universe aka Verbal (M-Flo), Oddisee, Mega Ran and more. His music has featured in films and television shows such as Kevin Hart’s Laugh at My Pain and Daytime Emmy nominated show Tough Love. He has also written and performed original songs for games such as Arknights, PUBG Mobile, and Mobile Legends Bang Bang. Substantial is also a two-time Hollywood Music in Media Award nominee and recently became an official EVO musician.https://www.iamsubstantial.com/