'Who's Who' Of Music Culture
A hallmark of summer in New York City - iconic venues and world-renowned artists integral to Blue Note and the history of jazz.
With jazz at its vibrant core, Blue Note Jazz Festival in New York has maintained its historical excellence while providing its audiences with a range of dynamic, culturally rich experiences and top artistry.
Schedule:
8:00pm & 10:30pm: Talib Kweli and the Whiskey Boys
The Brooklyn-based MC earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically-gifted, socially aware and politically insightful rappers to emerge in the last 20 years.
After nearly 20 years of releasing mesmerizing music, Talib Kweli stands as one of the world’s most talented and most accomplished Hip Hop artists. Whether working with yasiin bey as one-half of Black Star, partnering with producer Hi-Tek for Reflection Eternal, releasing landmark solo material or collaborating with Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Just Blaze, J Dilla, or Madlib, Kweli commands attention by delivering top-tier lyricism, crafting captivating stories and showing the ability to rhyme over virtually any type of instrumental.
