URBAN VAULT UK
Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def is coming to London’s O2 Forum for a one-off performance of the classic Mos Def album THE ECSTATIC, as well as other classic Mos Def material
Mos Def really doesn’t need any introduction: Exploding into public consciousness as part of BlackStar (with Talib Kweli) in 1998, it was Mos’ debut ‘Black On Both Sides’ a year later that rocketed the New York rapper to astronomical heights, propelled by universal acclaim for the LP, which continues to be held up as one of the genre’s greatest ever albums.
The near two decades since then have seen an unprecedented output of critically acclaimed work, both as a solo artist and fierce collaborator. Working closely with big hitters from across Hip Hop including the likes of The Roots, De La Soul, Madlib, Common, DJ Shadow, Kanye West (signing to G.O.O.D Records for a spell) as well as musicians from outside of the rap sphere including Gil Scott Heron, Bobby Womack, The Gorillaz and Robert Glasper (as part of the Mos Def Big Band) amongst countless others, Mos Def has never been shy in sharing his genius with other artists to create something special.
At O2 Forum Kentish Town, this U.S. legend will be joined by groundbreaking UK artist Ocean Wisdom. Known for his ferocious, rapid-fire delivery of intricate rhymes and high energy performances, Ocean Wisdom has shot into the limelight and will undoubtedly bring a performance to remember.
Don’t miss one of rap’s true greats in what will be the most talked about Hip Hop events ever.
“Mos Def’s stagecraft, a gift for showbiz and can actually get the sell-out crowd going crazy for the duration of his set” – NME.
“Simply one of the coolest cats in the rap game, Mos Def sits firmly amongst the greats” – Gigwise.
Yasiin Bey (aka Mos Def)
with support from
Ocean Wisdom
Sunday 14th April 2019
(7:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
TICKETS: INFO HERE
Strictly 18+, ID required
Under 25’s require ID to purchase alcohol
O2 Forum Kentish Town,
9-17 Highgate Rd,
London
NW5 1JY
https://o2forumkentishtown