Hip Hop Shows In London & Surrounding Areas

Yes the rumors are true, the dynamic duo of Red Man & Method Man are coming to Toronto. Now I must point out, over the years I've been recommended to see multiple "great performance" acts that put on an top-notch live feel to their shows, those names include Busta Rhymes, KRS One, and A Tribe Called Quest but if theres one that has stood out to me most (and just through recommendations) it has to be the pair of Red n Mef. If you're in the Toronto area or from London or surrounding area and want to see one hell of a show, Sound Academy on June 19th is going to be one hell of a party!

Who: Red Man & Method Man (opening: DJ Law)
Where: Sound Academy 11 Polson St. Toronto, Canada
When: Wednesday June 19th doors open at 8pm
Cost: Not available..check TicketMaster.ca for updates   

When I first saw this listing, I instantly got chills..mainly for the fact I was told back in October that he would be comng towards the end of November/early December to which nothing was announced. The last time I saw Premo was back in 2008 at the old "Circa" in Toronto where Premier was up against the infamous Pete Rock in an exclusive rare "DJ Battle" in which they both played numerous classics from one anothers catalog. Unquestionably one of the best shows Ive ever seen...thats why i got the chills when this was announced..DJ Premier and Lord Finesse live with Toronto's own DJ Law on the 1s and 2's to start the party off. It all goes down February 23rd  at Sound Academy in Toronto.

Who: DJ Premier (of Gang Starr) with Lord Finesse and DJ Law
Where: Sound Academy, 11 Polson St. Toronto, Canada
When: Saturday February 23rd Doors open at 8pm
Cost: $26.50 in advance plus more at the door

There's no doubt, People Under The Stairs are one of Underground Hip Hops most highly acclaimed duo's coming out of California. Gracing heads with such classics like "Acid Raindrops", San Francisco Nights" and "Earth Travelers". Toronto fans are in luck with an exclusive show happening Dec 2nd at El Mocambo Night Club.

Who: People Under The Stairs 
Where: El Mocambo, 464 Spadina Ave. Toronto, Canada
When: Sunday December 2nd Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $24.50 in advance, plus more at the door

Inspite of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' most recent collaboration album entitled "The Heist" which came out October 9th. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis hit the road on tour to promote their latest release.

Who: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis 
Where: Sound Academy, 11 Polson St. Toronto, Canada
When:  Friday, November 23rd Doors open @ 7PM
Cost: $28.50 in advance plus more at the door

After releasing "Napalm" last week, X man Z gives his Canadian fans a national tour which hits Toronto on Saturday November 10th at the infamous Rockpile Concert Hall.

Who: Xzibit with support from Peter Jackson
Where: The Rockpile, 5555A Dundas St. West Toronto, Canada
When: Saturday November 10th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $40 in advance more at the door

I realize I was hyping the announcement of a recently dated show (coming up at the beginning of December) but this isnt the one! This is going to be huge as AZ hasnt been in Toronto in over a decade. Live with AZ is Toronto's own Tona and DJ Big Jacks.

Who: AZ (Collaborated with Nas) Tona, and DJ Big Jacks
Where: The Great Hall 1087 Queen St. West. Toronto Canada
When:  Friday, December 7th Doors open at 8:30PM
Cost: $27 in advance, more at the Door

 Last but not least one of the most anticipated concerts of all time, Lords of The Underground making their first appearance in Canada in over 10 years!, 10! This is going to be something special for any Hip Hop fan of underground or the 90's.

Who: Lords of The Underground 
Where: Revival Night Club 783 College St. Toronto Canada
When: Friday September 28th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $20 in advance, more at the Door

Another big show for the undergound heads, Cunninlynguists with Tone Def, Sadistik and DJ Flip Flop are live in Toronto on he 17th of November for a show at the Opera House.

Who: Cunninlynguists, Tone Def, Sadistik, and DJ Flip Flop
Where: The Opera House 735 Queen St. East Toronto Canada
When: Saturday November 17th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $26 in advance more at the Door

Huuuge show just announced, Vinnie Paz, Jedi Mind Tricks, Ill Bill (of Non Phixion) Heavy Metal Kings, and La Coka Nostra all confirmed for this once in a lifetime show, (well atleast once in a lifetime all on the same bill in Toronto). Make no mistake about it, this will sell out.

Who: Vinnie Paz, Ill Bill, Jedi Mind Tricks, Heavy Metal Kings, and La Coka Nostra
Where: The Opera House, 735 Queen St. West Toronto Canada
When: Wednesday, November 7th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $32 in advance, more at the Door

After just releasing their highly anticipated Shady Records debut album "Welcome To Our House", Slaughterhouse, consists of members Royce Da 5'9, Joe Budden, Joel Ortiz, and Crooked I. All from different regions they are infact defined as a Hip Hop Super-Group. Catch them in Toronto on October 14th.

Show: Slaughterhouse with support from Peter Jackson
Where:The Rockpile, 5555A Dundas St. West Toronto, Canada
When: Sunday October 14th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: 25 in advance, $30 at the Door

After a huge amount of media "hype" surrounding Brother Ali's positive involvement with an Occupy Homes Movement in Minneapolis, he has decided to set sail on an upcoming Fall tour which hits Toronto on Sept 30th. 

Show: Brother Ali with Homeboy Sandman and DJ Sosa
Where: Annex Wreck Room, 794 Bathurst St. Toronto, Ontario
When:  Sunday September 30th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $18 in advance, plus more available at the door 

        

Tech N9ne receives a huge amount of support whenever hes in the Ontario region and in return he gives it right back, and to top it all off, hes bringing fellow Swollen Members member Mad Child.

Show: Tech N9ne with Mad Child (of Swollen Members)
Where: The Rockpile, 5555(A) Dundas St. West, Toronto, Ontario
When: Friday September 21st Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $40 in advance, plus available at the door

GZA the Genius himself will be live this Fall in Toronto performing the highly acclaimed classic album "Liquid Swords" in its entirety at the infamous Sound Academy. For anyone who has never seen a member of the Wu Tang Clan live, its honestly an experience you will never forget, from clever rhymes to hardcore shaolin style beats, its a night to remember!

Show: GZA (of Wu Tang) with Killer Mike, Bear Hands and more
Where: Sound Academy, 11 Polson St. Toronto, Canada
When: Saturday, September 15, 2012 doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $24.00 in advance, plus more at the door

Public Enemy, consists of Chuck D, Professor Griff and most recent member DJ Lord (replacing the infamous DJ Terminator X). With the anticipation of their upcoming new release entitled "Most of My Heros Still Dont Appear on No Stamp" Public Enemy is setting off on a small tour gracing Toronto with a featured date.


Show: Public Enemy with Special Guests
Where: Sound Academy, 11 Polson St. Toronto, Canada 
When: Sunday, September 2, 2012 Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $31.50 in advance plus more at the door

This is precisely what this summer needs, a classic album performed in its entirety! This show is going to be insanity, make sure you get your hands on tickets because this is sure to sell out!

Show: Pete Rock & CL Smooth with DJ Mastermind
Where: Sound Academy 11 Polson St. Toronto
When: Thursday August 16 Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $25 in advance, plus available at the door

 Theres been alot of speculation but the rumors are true!, Fat Lip of the infamous west coast super-group Pharcyde will be in London performing as part of the Hip Hop Karaoke Series taking place at Call The Office on August 16th. This is a show you do not want to miss!

Show: Fat Lip of The Pharcyde with Hip Hop Karaoke before hand
Where: Call The Office (York St.), London, Ontario
When: August 16th, Karaoke starts @ 8PM
Cost: $10 in advance 

         
Its safe to say Definitive Jux wants to put a smile on their fans faces this summer. Just recently announced was Aesop Rock with Rob Sonic and DJ Big Wiz bringing the underground vibes to Toronto. 


Show: Aesop Rock with Rob Sonic and DJ Big Wiz
Where : Mod Club, 722 College St. Toronto, Ontario
When: Monday July 30th Doors open @ 7PM
Cost: $20 in advance, plus available at the door

                     


When I first saw this concert listing...I got chills!. Mainly for the reason Apathy and Celph havent been in Canada in easily over 5 years, let alone together plus as "Demigodz". With Celph's vicious low voice and Apathys energy driven live performance this will be one not to forget!


Show: Apathy and Celph Titled as "Demigodz"
Where: Nocturne 550 Queen St. West, Toronto Ontario
When: Thursday July 12th Doors open @ 8PM
Cost: $25 in advance, plus available at the door

  
Its our good friends over at The Come Up Shows 5 Year Anniversary and to kick off the celebration none other then Nipsey Hussle is making a stop in the Forest City.



Show: Nipsey Hussle with Support Acts: Richie Blackz
Where: Club LG, London Ontario
When: April 20, 2012, Doors open @ 9PM, Age: 19+
Cost: Adv Tickets 20/25 at the door