Brooklyn Bowl Hosts Talib Kweli with Special Guests in April

Hip-hop fans in New York can look forward to a live performance by Talib Kweli at Brooklyn Bowl on Friday, April 10. Known for his sharp lyricism and influential role in conscious hip-hop, Kweli remains a dominant force in the rap scene. Joining him for the evening are Lill Twinn and Mizzy Coke.

For those not in the know, Brooklyn Bowl is located at 61 Wythe Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. This concert is expected to draw a diverse crowd of hip-hop enthusiasts to one of the city’s most vibrant settings to experience live music.

Hip-Hop Icons Nas & DJ Premier Release “GiT Ready” Visual

Hip-hop icons Nas and DJ Premier have unveiled the official video for “GiT Ready”, released on March 18 as the second track from their long-awaited collaborative album Light-Years. The visual arrives as a major moment for fans who have followed the duo’s influential partnership over the decades.

Light-Years represents a 30-year creative legacy brought full circle, reinforcing Nas and DJ Premier’s standing as one of hip-hop’s most respected rapper-producer pairings. Their chemistry, deeply rooted in the culture’s evolution, continues to shape the genre’s sound and direction.

The project also forms part of Mass Appeal’s Legend Has It campaign, a seven-release series spotlighting legendary artists including Slick Rick, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, Big L, and De La Soul.

Fans can watch the official video for “GiT Ready” now on the YouTube channels of Nas, DJ Premier, or Mass Appeal.

Regina Belle to Headline Two Shows at City Winery Chicago

Regina Belle will take the stage at City Winery Chicago for two highly anticipated performances on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The shows are scheduled for 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM, offering audiences two opportunities to experience her celebrated artistry in an intimate live setting.

An Academy Award-winning and multi-Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and actress, Belle has built an enduring legacy with a catalog of timeless hits, including Make It Like It Was, If I Could, Baby Come To Me, and This Is Love. Known for her rich, emotive vocals and genre-spanning versatility, she continues to captivate audiences across R&B, Gospel, and Jazz.

The performances will be held on the Main Stage at City Winery Chicago, located at 1200 W. Randolph Street in the heart of the city’s vibrant West Loop district. Tickets for both shows are available now via the venue’s official website.

Ms. Lauryn Hill, YG, and Zion Marley Set for Benefit Performance at Gallagher Square

Ms. Lauryn Hill is set to headline a major charitable event at Petco Park on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Performing at Gallagher Square, the legendary artist will be joined by special guests YG and Zion Marley. This performance serves as a centerpiece for the fifth annual Dinner on the Diamond, presented by Sycuan Casino Resort.

In a significant commitment to local philanthropy, all net ticket proceeds from the concert will benefit the Padres Foundation. The foundation focuses on supporting essential initiatives throughout the San Diego region. Doors for the performance are scheduled to open at 7:00 PM, with the show officially beginning at 8:00 PM.

For those attending the Dinner on the Diamond, tickets will be made available to the general public as of Thursday, March 12, at 10:00 AM PT. Given the high-profile nature of the lineup and the charitable mission behind the evening, interested fans are encouraged to secure their admission early.

Jill Scott Unveils Extensive 2026 “To Whom This May Concern” World Tour

Singer, songwriter, and actress Jill Scott has announced her To Whom This May Concern 2026 World Tour, which will be presented to audiences across North America, Europe, and South Africa. The extensive run begins in June in Nashville, Tennessee, and continues through November, concluding in Cape Town, South Africa. Below is the list of confirmed dates.

June 4 – Nashville, TN
June 5 – Nashville, TN
June 11 – Washington, DC
June 13 – Washington, DC
June 14 – Washington, DC
June 16 – Charlotte, NC
June 18 – Raleigh, NC

July 10 – Atlanta, GA
July 11 – Atlanta, GA
July 16 – New York, NY
July 18 – New York, NY
July 19 – New York, NY
July 24 – Philadelphia, PA
July 25 – Philadelphia, PA
July 27 – Philadelphia, PA

August 6 – Oakland, CA
August 7 – Oakland, CA
August 11 – Los Angeles, CA
August 12 – Los Angeles, CA
August 15 – Las Vegas, NV
August 20 – Chicago, IL
August 22 – Chicago, IL
August 23 – Chicago, IL
August 26 – Detroit, MI
August 30 – Houston, TX

September 3 – Dallas, TX
September 29 – Birmingham, UK

October 1 – Manchester, UK
October 5 – Brussels, BE
October 6 – Berlin, DE
October 9 – Paris, FR
October 10 – Amsterdam, NL
October 13 – London, UK
October 14 – London, UK

November 7 – Pretoria, ZA
November 11 – Cape Town, ZA

Tickets and additional information are available at missjillscott.com.

Legends of Soul Bring “Just The Two of Us” to Spring Audiences

In the spring of 2026, two of soul music’s most enduring icons — Smokey Robinson and Gladys Knight — will take their “Just The Two of Us” concert experience to audiences ahead of the July dates. On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the legendary pairing will perform at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.

This spring performance gives fans a rare chance to see the King of Motown and the Empress of Soul sharing a stage, long before their later summer shows in Los Angeles. Robinson and Knight are known not just for their own classic songs — from heartfelt ballads to soulful anthems — but also for shaping entire eras of popular music with their voices and songwriting.

Karyn White, Randy Hall and Stokley Headline Detroit’s Evening of R&B

R&B lovers in the Midwest can look forward to a memorable night of timeless hits and powerhouse vocals as An Evening of R&B comes to Detroit on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Branded as the 2026 “State of the Race,” the event will bring together legendary R&B voices.

There will be performances by R&B songstress Karyn White, renowned for her string of chart-topping classics, and singer-songwriter Randy Hall, whose smooth delivery has captivated audiences for decades. Joining them is Stokley, widely recognized as the dynamic lead vocalist of the band Mint Condition.

An Evening of R&B will take place at Music Hall, located at 350 Madison Street in Detroit, Michigan 48226. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., and tickets are available now via Ticketmaster.