Rakim

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Rakim is set to embark on a five‑date U.S. tour beginning August 1, 2026. The kickoff will be at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre in Mableton, with a second stop at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena in Atlantic City a week later. Later dates include Walmart AMP in Rogers on October 18, Tipitina’s in New Orleans on October 28, and a final performance at Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford on December 4. The tour marks his first series of headline shows in years, offering fans a chance to experience his legendary lyricism live.

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Upcoming events

An Evening of Classic Hip Hop: Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick & Friends

Aug 1, 2026 · 11:00 PMMable House Barnes Amphitheatre, Mableton

DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic Live!

Aug 8, 2026 · 12:00 AMHard Rock Live at Etess Arena, Atlantic City

ART OF RAP

Oct 19, 2026 · 12:00 AMWalmart AMP, Rogers

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About Rakim

Genre: Hip-Hop & Rap

Veteran New York MC Rakim, a cornerstone of golden-age hip-hop, is celebrated for his intricate rhyme schemes, crisp delivery, and minimalist beats that defined early 1990s rap. His influence spans decades, shaping lyrical standards for generations of MCs. Renowned for commanding lyrical performances, Rakim’s live shows have long been praised for their tight delivery and the ability to captivate audiences with pure hip-hop focus, often foregoing elaborate staging in favor of raw vocal presence. Rakim will kick off his first U.S. tour in three days on August 1, 2026 at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre in Mableton, followed by a stop at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena in Atlantic City on August 7. The leg continues with shows at Walmart AMP in Rogers on October 18, Tipitina’s in New Orleans on October 28, and wraps at Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford on December 4.

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