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Best Rap & Hip Hop in San Francisco

Black Violin at Fox Theatre Oakland

Black Violin

Classical music meets hip-hop in the groundbreaking duo Black Violin are heading out on tour! This outing that blurs the lines between genre, race, and gender with its unique fusion of groove and strings. The outfit features Will Baptiste on viola and Kev Marcus on the violin. Don't miss your chance to catch them live as they come to a stage near you.

Lupe Fiasco at The Warfield

Lupe Fiasco

It hasn't been an easy ride to the top for Chicago-born rapper and producer Lupe Fiasco. Releasing his seventh album, "Drogas Wave" (2018), Fiasco is now heading out on the road! An accompaniment to his 2017 release "Drogas Light," this latest album is a fantasy tale about a group of slaves who survive a shipwreck and dedicate their lives to rescuing and releasing other slaves from their bondage. Fans can expect to hear songs from across his catalog.

Bladee at The Warfield

Bladee

Bladee's 2024 is shaping up to be a landmark year with a flurry of creative output and live performances. Following the release of "Psykos," a collaborative album with fellow Swedish rapper Yung Lean, Bladee dropped his latest solo project, "Cold Visions," to critical acclaim. The album's unique blend of witty lyricism carried by melodic vocals over ethereal beats continues to solidify his position in the underground scene.

Anderson .Paak at Shoreline Amphitheatre

Anderson .Paak

Not one to allow hardships to get the better of him, Californian-born Anderson .Paak heads out on a huge world tour in 2024 playing his critically acclaimed classic album 'Malibu' in its entirety. With the support of Maurice Brown and Gawd, make sure to catch Paak's Grammy-nominated soul-filled, singer/songwriter-infused rap live this year.

Andre 3000 at Fox Theatre Oakland

Andre 3000

Andr 3000, renowned for his infectious hip-hop style as part of Outkast, took a bold artistic turn in 2023 with the release of his debut solo album "New Blue Sun.". Moving away from groovy beats and emotional wordplay, Andre released an entirely instrumental album (featuring lots of flutes). Andre 3000 will be bringing the New Blue Sun to life with Carlos Nio, Nate Mercereau, Surya Botofasina, and Deantoni Parks.

Childish Gambino at Chase Center

Childish Gambino

Nothing 'Feels Like Summer' more than seeing Childish Gambino live on his brand-new world tour! Titled 'The New World Tour,' this massive outing will mark the actor, writer, comedian, musician, and rapper's first tour since 2019. Not only that, but Gambino has reimagined his 2020 album, '3.15.20,' and named it 'Atavista.' Don't miss your chance to see the Grammy-winning artist, with support from Amaarae and Willow!

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