Hip-hop legend KRS-One is scheduled to perform live at Yoshi’s in Oakland, California, on Friday, November 13, 2026, with two shows planned for the same evening.
The performances are scheduled for 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM, with doors opening at 7:00 PM and 9:15 PM, respectively.
Additional information and ticket purchases are available through the official Yoshi’s website.
Golden-era hip-hop royalty will take the stage at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, Connecticut on Friday, December 4, 2026, for the highly anticipated Hip-Hop Reunion Concert. Presented by prominent promoter Big Mike The Ruler, the event is a celebration of the genre’s foundational icons.
The star-studded lineup is headlined by legendary lyricist Rakim, pioneering duo EPMD, and the iconic Big Daddy Kane. Joining them are influential figures Keith Murray, Greg Nice, Mr. Cheeks, and Peter Gunz, alongside a special appearance by legendary DJ Funk Flex.
The concert begins at 8:00 PM EST. Tickets are available now via Ticketmaster, with a limited-time “Buy One Get One Free” promotion active for select seating sections.
Sa-Roc is bringing her lyrical power across Europe this December. The European Tour 2026 features DJ/producer Sol Messiah and runs through nine cities in eight countries, from the Christmas markets of Strasbourg to the historic stages of Athens and Manchester.
The run opens December 4 in Strasbourg and closes December 21 in Manchester, with stops in Germany, Greece, the Czech Republic, Austria, Italy and Switzerland along the way. Promoters interested in booking additional European dates can contact karin@subotage.com.
Below are the confirmed dates and locations as of this writing.
Dec 4 Strasbourg, France – Paye Ton Noel
Dec 9 Hamburg, Germany – Hebebühne
Dec 10 Berlin, Germany – Panke
Dec 12 Athens, Greece – Acropolis
Dec 14 Prague, Czech Republic – Café v Lese
Dec 16 Linz, Austria – Kapu
Dec 17 Milan, Italy – Biko
Dec 19 Zürich, Switzerland – Style Bakery
Dec 21 Manchester, England – Band on the Wall
Hip-hop pioneer KRS-One is preparing for a series of upcoming US performances as he continues to bring his influential catalogue and celebrated stage presence to audiences across the country.
The rapper, widely known as “The Teacha,” is scheduled to perform at bEATS at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino in Highland, California, on October 29, followed by a November 1 appearance at The Novo in Los Angeles. His November schedule also includes Yoshi’s in Oakland on November 13 and The Holding Company in San Diego on November 19.
KRS-One is also listed for a December 5 performance at Harlow’s in Sacramento, California, extending his run of live appearances into the final month of the year.
The upcoming performances provide fans with opportunities to experience the veteran MC’s music and enduring influence on hip-hop. Event details and ticket information are available through the respective venue and ticketing websites.
Brooklyn Bowl will host The Pharcyde on Thursday, November 12, for a special night billed as “Pharcyde Bowl,” with Detroit’s Slum Village joining as special guests. The venue is at 61 Wythe Avenue in Williamsburg.
The Los Angeles group helped define the alternative, jazz-inflected side of West Coast hip-hop in the early ’90s. Their playful, left-of-center style set them apart from much of their era, and their 1992 debut, Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde, remains a touchstone for fans and artists alike. Songs like “Passin’ Me By” are still staples of the genre’s canon.
Slum Village brings its own deep legacy. The Detroit group is closely tied to the soulful, beat-driven sound that shaped a generation of producers and MCs, and its catalog has long been a favorite among hip-hop purists.
Together, the bill pairs two acts known for musicality, humor, and a distinct sense of place. Brooklyn Bowl, which combines live music, a full kitchen, and bowling lanes under one roof, is a fitting setting for a night built around that kind of energy.
Rock The Bells Festival returns on November 29, 2026 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Billed under the tagline “The Culture. Home for the Holidays,” the one-day event features some of the most influential names in the genre.
Headlining the evening is LL Cool J, who will perform with Z-Trip and Technician the DJ. The bill is stacked with celebrated acts, including Lil’ Kim, Kool G Rap, Kwamé, Method Man & Redman, Onyx, Papoose, Raekwon & Ghostface Killah, Roxanne Shanté, Shyne, the Sugarhill Gang and the Furious Five, SWV, and Treach of Naughty by Nature. Together, the roster spans the full arc of hip-hop’s history, from its earliest block-party roots to the East Coast sound that defined the 1990s.
The programming also includes a special Club Quarantine set by D-Nice, featuring David Banner, Letoya Luckett, The LOX, and Rapsody. The set draws on the virtual dance parties that became a cultural touchstone of the pandemic era, now brought to a live arena stage. Torae will serve as host for the night.
The festival carries the motto “Respect the Beginnings. We Do It for the Culture,” underscoring its mission to honor hip-hop’s pioneers while connecting them with new audiences. Further details and ticket information are available at rockthebellsfestival.com.
Hip-hop legend Rakim is set to take the stage at City Winery Atlanta on October 30 and 31, delivering four live performances across two nights. Fans will have the opportunity to experience the iconic rapper live, with shows scheduled for 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. each evening.
Known for his influential contributions to hip-hop and his celebrated lyrical style, Rakim remains one of the genre’s most respected figures.
City Winery Atlanta is located at 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, Georgia. Tickets and additional event information are available through the official City Winery Atlanta website.
