Legendary rapper Rakim will be honored by Berklee College of Music as he is inducted into the Berklee Hip-Hop Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place during a Signature Series concert hosted by Berklee’s Africana Studies Division on Thursday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m. at the Berklee Performance Center, located at 136 Massachusetts Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts.

Rakim, often celebrated as one of the most skilled and influential rappers in hip-hop history, revolutionized the art form with his intricate lyricism and innovative flow. His induction recognizes his lasting impact on music, culture, and generations of artists who followed in his footsteps.

Tickets for the event are available through etix.com.

Iconic rap duo Black Star, comprised of Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) and Talib Kweli, are set to return to the United Kingdom this November for a special three-night tour celebrating 30 years of musical excellence. The performances will showcase material from both their groundbreaking debut album “Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star” and their follow-up “No Fear Of Time”.

Black Star have been widely celebrated for their socially conscious music, lyrical mastery, and lasting influence on hip-hop culture. Known for their thought-provoking commentary and dynamic live performances, Bey and Kweli continue to embody the essence of authentic rap three decades into their careers.

Fans can look forward to three electrifying nights across the UK. The tour kicks off on November 11 at O2 Academy Brixton in London, followed by a show on November 15 at O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester, and concludes on November 16 at O2 Academy Birmingham.

As Black Star celebrates this remarkable anniversary, their return promises to be both a nostalgic journey and a powerful statement on the enduring legacy of hip-hop artistry. Click here for tickets.

The Spot Geneva proudly presents Rap Sessions with Black Star, one of the most influential duos in hip-hop history. Composed of Talib Kweli and Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def), Black Star redefined the sound of New York rap in the late 1990s with their classic album Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star. Their work remains a milestone in conscious hip-hop, celebrated for its intelligence, integrity, and cultural impact.

On November 21, 2025, the Alhambra in Geneva will host these icons. Fans can expect an evening charged with energy, meaning, and authenticity. Attendees will experience Yasiin Bey’s poetic, socially aware voice with Talib Kweli’s sharp, incisive rhymes in a performance that embodies the essence of true hip-hop.

The show begins at 8 p.m. at Alhambra, 10 Rue de la Rôtisserie. For those who cherish hip-hop with substance and soul, this is an experience not to be missed. Click here for tickets.

Hip-Hop royalty takes the stage this fall as Passing the Crown returns with an electrifying fusion of music, movement, and culture. The live orchestral mixtape and dance experience will spotlight MC Lyte, one of hip-hop’s most celebrated pioneers and a multiple Gold Record recording artist. She’ll be joined by GRAMMY Award winner Rapsody, whose artistry continues to push hip-hop’s boundaries, and DJ Perly, a groundbreaking talent as the first woman to win the DMC USA DJ Championship—and the only woman to take the title twice.

The performance takes place on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 7:30 pm at the David Geffen Hall (Lincoln Center) on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. This landmark venue sets the stage for an unforgettable evening honoring the legacy and future of women in hip-hop. Tickets and full details are available now through Lincoln Center’s official website.