Grammy-award-winning singer Lauryn Hill will be back on the road this Fall celebrating the 25th anniversary of her 1998 album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. She reunites with her former group the Fugees to go on tour from September 8 through November 9, with two appearances in New York.
The 25th anniversary tour marks the first time Hill has performed on tour since 2020, as the R&B/rap superstar will dive into her discography to bring some of her best songs to the concert stage.
Since The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’s release, the project has accumulated numerous accolades, going RIAA certified Diamond, the first album by a female rapper to go number one on Billboard, and five Grammys stemming from her work.
Her reunion with the Fugees, composed of Wyclef Jean and Pras, will serve as co-headliners throughout the U.S. and Canadian shows. Additionally, reggae star Koffee opens for the Australian leg of the tour on October 3 and 5.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
Sept. 8 – Minneapolis, MN @ Mystic Lake Sept. 23 – New York, NY @ Global Citizen Festival Oct. 1 – Gold Coast, AUS @ Promiseland Festival Oct. 3 – Melbourne, AUS @ Rod Laver Arena (with Koffee) Oct. 5 – Sydney, AUS @ Kudos Banks Arena (with Koffee) Oct. 7 – Auckland, NZ @ Eden Festival Oct. 17 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center (with Fugees) Oct. 19 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays (with Fugees) Oct. 21 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena (with Fugees) Oct. 23 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Arena (with Fugees) Oct. 26 – Toronto, ON @ Scotia (with Fugees) Oct. 28 – Chicago, IL @ United Center (with Fugees) Oct. 30 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena (with Fugees) Nov. 2 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena (with Fugees) Nov. 5 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum (with Fugees) Nov. 7 – Oakland, CA @ Oakland Arena (with Fugees) Nov. 9 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena (with Fugees)
Tickets are on sale now at Lauryn Hill’s website where more information on the tour can also be found. The Fugees will not perform at the shows in Australia and New Zealand.
Standing out as one of New York City’s most unique MCs of all time, the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s discography chalks full of city anthems, whether spawning from his time with Wu-Tang Clan or his solo career. Passing away in 2004, the Brooklyn native leaves behind a legacy as one of hip-hop’s best, presenting an eccentric, energized style of rap that couldn’t be recreated by anyone else.
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Raised in the Fort Greene section of Brooklyn, Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s raspy, crazily spewed vocals paired with his violent lyricism eventually made him a central figure of the majority Staten Island group Wu-Tang Clan and hip-hop as a whole. Made up of himself, Method Man, RZA, GZA, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, U-God, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, and Cappadonna, the group first came together in 1992.
Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the group’s first project would release in 1993 following the immense success of the single “Protect Ya Neck”, highlighting the immense talents he and the rest of the group had in store as one of New York’s rising talents.
His solo career came to fruition in 1995, as Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, would drop on March 28, 1995, chock full of hits symbolizing the city of New York and more specifically his time in Brooklyn. With only Method Man’s solo effort coming out before his, the music industry was able to get its first glance into Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s career outside the infamous group.
Album cover for Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version by Ol’ Dirty Bastard (Photo via SoundCloud)
With Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version would come one of the rapper’s best performances, an ode to his city and former group through a song known as “Brooklyn Zoo,” as the hidden messages throughout go deeper into his life growing up in Brooklyn and his affiliation with other artists growing up.
Brooklyn’s Finest
Produced by himself and True Master, the track “Brooklyn Zoo” shot to the top of his discography following its release a month prior to his solo debut. This serves as the first real taste of Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s journey outside of the group and would end up being his highest-charting single released, peaking at 54 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spending 16 weeks on the chart.
Accompanying the track are two separate music videos. The most popular one, which features Wu-Tang members throughout the video, sees ODB loitering around an empty apartment building, most likely abandoned, chanting the malicious words of the track.
A second release, a short film with subtitles, came out with more of a storyline, with the rapper portraying a man completing his prison sentence and transitioning through his life returning home to gang violence. A majority of networks denied air of the film due to its explicit subject matter, but is known as the “Chinatown Version” with much of the film taking place in that section of NYC.
The music video for “Brooklyn Zoo”
Considered a hip-hop classic, the single goes deep into the “one-man army” that Ol’ Dirty Bastard calls himself, diving into his life growing up in the streets of Brooklyn as well, directly calling the region a zoo. The song’s many hidden meanings behind the title leave countless interpretations of ODB’s wordplay and past experiences.
“Shame on you, when you step through to the Ol’ Dirty Bastard, straight from the Brooklyn Zoo”
Other than its references to Brooklyn’s actual zoo in Prospect Park and the streets he grew up in, the track also mentions the second hip-hop group ODB was additionally a part of, Brooklyn Zu. Having an affiliation with the Wu-Tang Clan, Brooklyn Zu includes some of Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s closest colleagues 12 O’Clock, the rapper’s cousin, Buddha Monk, Raison the Zu Keeper, and others.
Since the group’s formation around the same time as Wu-Tang Clan, many of the members have been featured on ODB’s Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, also releasing their own project Chamber #9, Verse 32 in 2008.
“Brooklyn Zoo” (Chinatown Version)
Dissecting the streets of Brooklyn for his listeners, the aggressive track truly encapsulates the one-of-a-kind style of rap/lyricism that ODB brings to the table. The countless New York interpretations behind the name of the track leave fans and avid rap listeners room to experience Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s work.
“Brooklyn Zoo” Lyrics
Shit Word, I’ll bust that n***a ass right now Ain’t no, none of them n***as can’t fuck with me What? N***a, you could never fuck with me, my n***a I’ll fuck you up right now, what? What? What? (Fuck you n***as) Bust your motherfucking ass, boy I ain’t no motherfucking joke You know who you talking to? (Yo, word up, bust that n***a ass, word up) Ol’ Dirty Bastard, you know what I’m sayin’? I’ll fuck you up right now Yeah, what? What? What? (Serve that n***a, yo) He ain’t sayin’ nothin’, fuck him (he ain’t sayin’ nothin’, fuck him)
I’m the one-man army, Ason I never been tooken out, I keep MC’s looking out I drop science like Cosby dropping babies Enough to make a n***a go crazy In the G building, taking all types of medicines Your ass thought you were better than Ason, I keep planets in orbit While I be coming with deeper and more shit Enough to make you break and shake your ass As I create rhymes good as a Tastycake makes This style, I’m mastered in N***as catching headaches, what? What? You need Aspirin? This type of pain you couldn’t even kill with Midol Fuck around, get sprayed with Lysol In your face like a can of mace, baby Is it burning? Well, fuck it, now you’re learning How I don’t even like your motherfucking profile Give me my fucking shit, ch-ch-blaow Not seen and heard, no one knows You forget n***as be quiet as kept Now you know nothing Before you knew a whole fucking lot Your ass don’t wanna get shot (shot) A lot of MC’s came to my showdown And watched me put your fucking ass low down As you can go, below zero Without a doubt I never been tooken out By a n***a, who couldn’t figure Yo, by a n***a, who couldn’t figure Yo, by a n***a, who couldn’t figure (Brooklyn Zoo) How to pull a fucking gun trigger I said, “Get the fuck outta here” N***a wanna get too close, do the utmost But I got stacks that’ll attack any wack host Introducing, yo, fuck that n***a’s name My Hip Hop drops on your head like rain And when it rains it pours, ’cause my rhymes hardcore That’s why I give you more of the raw Talent that I got will riz-ock the spot Mc’s I’ll be burning, burning hot Whoa-hoa-hoa, let me, like, slow up with the flow If I move too quick, oh, you just won’t know I’m homicidal when you enter the target N***a get up, act like a pig trying to hog shit So I take yo’ ass out quick The mics, I’ve had it my n***a, you can suck my dick (dick) If you wanna step to my motherfucking rep Ch-ch-bloaw-blaow-blaow, blown to death You got shot ’cause you knock, knock, knock “Who’s there?” Another motherfucking hard rock Slacking on your macking ’cause raw’s what you lack You wanna react? Bring it on back (back)
Shame on you, when you step through to The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo Shame on you, when you step through to The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo Brooklyn Zoo (what?) Shame on you, when you step through to (my n***a) The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo Shame on you, when you step through to The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo Shame on you, when you step through to The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo
What? My n***a Shame on you Shame- Shame on you when you step through to Shame on, shame on, shame on you when you step through to Shame on you when you step through to The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo Shame on you when you step through to The Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Brooklyn Zoo What? My n***a
New York-based artist The Bones of J.R. Jones have released the single and music video for their newest song “The Good Life,” the third leading song for his October 13 album Slow Lightning.
Photo Credit – Chloe Horseman
Preparing for his first project in five years, Jonathon Linaberry’s (best known by his stage name The Bones of J.R. Jones) “The Good Life” arrives alongside a music video featuring actress Maggie McDowell who encompasses many of the song’s free-thinking themes in the visual form.
Across the music video, McDowell ditches the past and thrives on her own, flees the chaos of a day job, explores the open fields of life, and overall indulges in moments of pure joy, the song’s central message.
Prior to “The Good Life,” Jones dropped “The Flood” on July 17 and the lead single “Heaven Help Me” on June 20, further setting the stage for the 12-track Slow Lightning coming this October.
When it comes to the creative process for “The Good Life” music video, Linaberry discusses how he “wanted this video to walk the line of joy and heaviness of life,” utilizing McDowell’s acting skills to create the additionally help build the song’s storyline.
“’The Good Life’ was definitely a product of me trying to break through and learn to enjoy the moment I am in. Even if that moment is hard. Even if it is frustrating. Even if it feels like treading water, which in my mind is a synonym for death. I suppose I wrote ‘The Good Life’ to help remind myself of that. That we can always find a way out.”
– Jonathon Linaberry (The Bones of J.R. Jones)
Serving as his first album in five years and the artist’s first collective release since the 2021 EP ACelebration, Slow Lightning expects to display The Bones of J.R. Jones’ folk talent and evolution over the years.
On top of the upcoming project are his U.S. and European tour from September 2 to November 18 (including four stops in New York) and an album release show at Mercury Lounge in New York City on October 13.
The Bones of J.R. Jones Tour Dates
United States –
9/2 – Fairmont, WV – Palatine Park
9/7 – Buffalo, NY – Ninth Ward
9/8 – Pittsburgh, PA – Club Cafe
9/9 – Cleveland, OH – Grog Shop
9/10 – Ann Arbor, MI – The Ark
9/12 – Indianapolis, IN – Hi-Fi
9/13 – Chicago, IL – Schubas
9/14 – Columbus, OH – Basement
9/15 – Syracuse, NY – Funk N’ Waffles
10/12 – Washington, DC – DC9
10/13 – New York, NY – Mercury Lounge
10/14 – Woodstock, NY – Levon Helm Studios
10/16 – Richmond, VA – Camel
10/17 – Charlottesville, VA – The Southern Cafe and Music Hall
10/18 – Raleigh, NC – The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop
Shauna Quill, the Executive Director of the New York Youth Symphony (NYYS), will be leaving the organization on Oct. 3, 2023, after 12 years of experience. This comes after her announcement that she will be joining Music Academy in Santa Barbara, CA as their newest President and CEO.
Photo via NYYS website
Over the past 12 years with the NYYS, Quill has helped the organization reach new heights and launch projects across the New York community. When it comes to some of her accomplishments, some of the highlights include guiding the organization to receive a Grammy Award for Best Orchestral Performance for its first professional recording, creating international touring programs, and theater involvement groups for NYC kids.
Building the NYC music partnerships and communities served as a major goal for Quill in her time with NYYS, joining forces with Interlochen Center for the Arts, Harmony Program, Harlem School of the Arts, and Orchestra of St. Luke’s, raising national attention for the organization.
Alongside the national recognition came appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN, and Jimmy Kimmel Live!, boosting NYYS and its following.
Over the past 12 years, the students, staff, trustees, and parents have become a huge part of my life and working with them all to inspire and educate our young musicians has been a true honor.
– Shauna Quill
Founded in 1963, the New York Youth Symphony has been the music hub for over music 7,000 students, giving them the opportunities to sharpen their craft while also performing at major venues such as Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center.
As for Quill’s departure, the NYYS Board of Trustees has started the search process for a new Executive Director, working with a search firm, The Catherine French Group, to make this happen.
William Kapell, Board President of NYYS, believes that Quill will continue to hit amazing strides as her career progresses, stating that he has “no doubt that she will bring the same focus and creativity to her next endeavors.”
Ahead of their new album, Ghost of Vroom 3 releasing on Sept. 1, 2023, critically-acclaimed band Ghost of Vroom has announced its dates for the group’s North American Tour. From Nov. 3 to Nov.19, including three stops in New York, the band will play past hits and new singles from the forthcoming project.
Comprised of singer-songwriter Mike Doughty, bassist Andrew “Scrap” Livingston, and drummer Madden Klass, Ghost of Vroom’s newest album will additionally include producer Mark Caldato Jr.
Having previously worked with acts such as the Beastie Boys and Jack Johnson, Caldato’s talent brings a wide variety of positive expectations heading into the project’s release.
First known for his solo work and as the lead singer for Soul Coughing, Doughty’s experience with the band did not start until 2020, making their official debut with 2020’s GHOST OF VROOM 2 EP.
Highlighted by the hit single, “Rona Pollona,” the group’s debut piece attracted the attention of the industry, including Rolling Stone, who applauds the “laid back groove of shuffling drums, twisting guitar and lazy cello strokes” on the song.
Ghost of Vroom 2 album cover
Known to deliver a unique, funky sound, much of this can be heard through their most recent track “Pay The Man,” the lead single ahead of September’s release. Arriving via Mod y Vi Records on Friday, Sept. 1, pre-orders are available now for the second album in Ghost of Vroom’s catalog.
Tour Dates & Ticket Information
The North American tour dates begin Nov. 3 and travels through mid-November, making three stops in New York (New York City, Rochester, and Albany).
All general on-sale tickets for the announced dates will be available Friday, August 18 at 12:00 pm est. For full details and ticket information, you can also visit www.ghostofvroom.com.
November –
3 – Iowa City, IA – Gabe’s
4 – Minneapolis, MN– Fine Line Music Cafe
5 – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre
7 – Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall
8 – Detroit, MI – El Club
10 – Toronto, ON – Longboat Hall at Great Hall
11 – Cleveland, OH – Beachland Ballroom
12 – Rochester, NY – Flour City Station
14 – Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall
15 – Amherst, MA – The Drake
17 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
18 – Albany, NY – Lark Hall
19 – Philadelphia, PA – The Foundry at the Fillmore
Rock and roll group Hairball is getting ready to take the New York State Fair Suburban Park Stage alongside 20 other acts. Performing on the fair’s final day, the six-member band hits Syracuse on Sept. 4, 2023, at 1:00 pm.
Highlighted by vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Drew Hart, and the additional help of HBK, Billy, and Happy on instrumentals, the group will cover hits from Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, Aerosmith, and more.
Interim Fair Director Sean Hennessey anticipates Hairball’s performance to be one of the best of the Summer, stating that they aren’t your ordinary 80’s rock band and are ready to deliver “20 concerts in one.”
These guys bring it and they play every show as if it’s their last. While they’re known for recreating iconic songs and moments in Rock history, they’re also constantly innovating and evolving, introducing their own style and flair.
– Sean Hennessey
Celebrating their 23rd year as a group, Hairball guarantees to bring the energy, props, and flair for a one-of-a-kind experience at the New York State Fair, unlike any performer from past years.
The band rounds out Labor Day weekend and the end of the New York State Fair in a Sept. 4 lineup that also includes Foghat and Skid Row, with Foghat at 4:00 pm on the Chevy Court and Skid Row following Hairball’s show at 6:00 pm on the Suburban Park Stage.
Additionally, over the 13-day fair, 20 other acts will hit the Suburban Park Stage ranging from hip-hop to country to Hairball’s rock and roll showcase. The full lineup for the New York State Fair is available now.
Suburban Park Stage Lineup & Ticket Information
All performances are free and are a part of the admission ticket price. Fair admission tickets are on sale now at NYSFair.NY.Gov and are $6 for adults. Those 12 years old and younger, and 65 years old and older, get in for free.
Known for his work as lead vocalist for the alternative rock band the Gin Blossoms and guest lead singer for The Smithereens, Robin Wilson will now be an inductee into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame on Aug. 25. As a part of LIMEHOF’s August-September induction schedule, Wilson joins the Fat Boys as the newest members of the prestigious organization.
Gin Blossoms at the Huntington Beach Food Art & Music Festival 2014
Wilson has had a lengthy career in the music industry, first joining the Gin Blossoms in 1988 as a guitarist, eventually changing places with Jesse Venezuela, the original vocalist at the time. Releasing two major label albums with the band, New Miserable Experience and Congratulations, I’m Sorry, the success flooded in with RIAA Platinum certifications, sold-out tours, and overall support for Wilson and the rest of the group.
In 1997, the Gin Blossoms would break up until 2002, but his career in between stayed moving, becoming the lead singer and songwriter for Gas Giants during the time away.
Currently residing in Long Island, Robin’s induction ceremony into the LIMEHOF begins Friday, August 25th at 7 pm and will include a performance with special guests on the Exhibit Hall stage.
Tickets can be found online at www.limusichalloffame.org, by calling 631-689-5888, or take a visit to the Hall of Fame. Prices are $40 for the general public and $35 for LIMEHOF members.
LIMEHOF’s full August and September schedule, including the Fat Boys induction information, is complete and can be found below.
August-September LIMEHOF Schedule
8/6 1-2 pm Induction: The Fat Boys
8/6 3-4 pm – HooDoo Loungers
8/13 3-4 pm – Who Are Those Guys
8/20 2-3 pm – Pamela Betti Band
8/25 7-10 pm Induction Ceremony: Robin Wilson (from Gin Blossoms and Smithereens)
Rochester Chamber Ensemble fivebyfive, known for its involvement in the community, experienced musicianship, and love for the genre will now receive a 2023 Creative Arts Support Grant from the Farash Charitable Foundation.
The Farash Charitable Foundation started in Rochester to support and boost creative arts groups in Monroe and Ontario counties, particularly ones that provide accessible, community-centered programs.
With that being said, 2023 now marks the sixth straight year fivebyfive has received a grant, as they have become a staple to the Rochester population, spreading their love for chamber music to people of all ages.
Forming in 2015, the ensemble began with the mission to engage audiences in the spirit and creativity of today’s chamber music, introducing to Rochester everything this style of music has to offer. In order to accomplish this, fivebyfive develops and performs the works of living artists, building off of some more of the genre’s masterpieces.
Made up of Marc Webster (executive director and audio/video engineer), Laura Lentz (flute), Marcy Bacon (clarinet), Ken Luk (electric guitar), Eric Polenik (bass), and Haeyeun Jeun (piano), the group will begin their 2023-2024 season in October.
In collaboration with Pegasus Early Music, the two groups will play Sephardic music, new pieces, and modern instrumentation usage from the two ensembles to kick off the season. Additionally, the Fall kickoff will feature new compositions from Grammy-Award nominated composer Clarice Assad and Eastman grad Keane Southard.
On top of an already jam-packed schedule and grant from the Frarash Foundation, fivebyfive also plans to release its third album Breath & Fire in mid-October, and will celebrate across the 2023-2024 season.
For more news and information surrounding fivebyfive’s upcoming season, visit here.
Funk and soul group The Motet announce their 2023 Fall tour, a 28-city journey, with three stops in New York, introducing the band’s new lead singer Sarah Clarke to fans and audiences nationwide.
With the tour spanning from Sept. 9 through Dec. 3, the Denver-based ensemble is excited to bring Clarke along with the rest of the crew: Dave Watts, Joey Porter, Garrett Sayers, Ryan Jalbert, and Drew Sayers.
Clarke is a vocalist and songwriter from Portland, Oregon, known for her powerful voice and widespread range of recognition through her talent and performances. Having toured in the past with bands such as Dirty Revival and San Francisco-based soul psych-rock band Con Brio, Clarke brings immense experience and ability to the veteran group.
As for The Motet, the band formed over two decades ago, blending funk, rock, soul, and jazz into their extensive discography.
Coming off the release of their tenth studio album All Day in January, the band continues to find new, innovative ways to expand their music horizon. Additionally, The Motet believes the upcoming tour and the incorporation of Clarke into the group will make for more excitement.
Musically, we [The Motet] are a great fit, I feel pushed to perform at the top of my game because I know they are going to bring it every night. Interpersonally, we gel wonderfully and it’s been a true pleasure to get to know them.”
– Sarah Clarke
Performing six headlining slots at Red Rocks, sets at festivals such as Bonnaroo, Bottlerock, Electric Forest, and countless sell-out shows, the group ensures that their upcoming Fall tour will be yet another amazing experience for fans and the ensemble.
Concert Schedule & Ticket Information
Shows in New York will be bold, as The Motet will perform at the Fire Lights Festival in Sherman, NY Sept. 8-10, Oct. 8 in Albany, and Oct. 12 in Pawling.
The Sept. 9 and Sept. 16 shows will be a part of the Fall tour while also being included in their respective festival schedules.
For tickets, visit the band’s website themotet.com.
9/8-10 – Sherman, NY | Fire Lights Festival 9/15-17 – Greenfield, MA | Wormtown Festival 9/20 – Virginia Beach, VA | Elevation 27 9/21 – Roanoke, VA | 5 Points Music Sanctuary 9/22 – High Point, NC | Cohab Space 9/23 – Pelham, TN | Subterranea Fest @ The Caverns 9/28-10/1 – Lake Perris, CA | Same Same But Different Fest 10/5 – Leesburg, VA | Tally Ho Theater 10/6 – Darlington, MD | Ramble Festival 10/7 – Asbury Park, NJ | The Stone Pony 10/8 – Albany, NY | Lark Hall 10/11 – Rutherford, NJ | The Williams Center 10/12 – Pawling, NY | Daryl’s House 10/13 – Hampton Beach, NH | Wally’s 10/14 – Portland, ME | Aura 10/27 – Fort Collins, CO | Washington’s 10/28 – Boulder, CO | Boulder Theater 10/31 – Frisco, CO | 10 Mile Music Hall 11/8 – Kansas City, MO | recordBar 11/9 – Peoria, IL | Kenny’s Westside 11/10 – Chicago, IL | Park West 11/11 – Minneapolis, MN | Amsterdam Bar and Hall 11/12 – Omaha, NE | Slowdown 11/29 – Fayetteville, AR | George’s Majestic Lounge 11/30 – Oklahoma City, OK | Tower Theatre 12/1 – Dallas, TX | Deep Ellum Art Co 12/2 – Austin, TX | The Mohawk 12/3 – Houston, TX | Last Concert Cafe
Returning to the Great Lawn of Central Park in New York City on Saturday, September 23 at 2:00 pm, international advocacy organization Global Citizen has announced its lineup for the 2023 free admission festival.
In addition to the headliners Red Hot Chili Peppers and Ms. Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion, Conan Gray, and the Stray Kids will take the Central Park stage. As a mashup between rock, hip-hop, R&B, and other genres, the festival brings together some of the industry’s best for the annual event.
The Red Hot Chili Peppers
Global Citizen’s campaign focuses on the major issues surrounding extreme poverty worldwide, the impacts of climate change, hunger crises, and inequities affecting women and girls.
Beginning in Australia in 2008, Global Citizen continues operations in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Berlin, Melbourne, Lagos, etc. to emphasize the movement to put an end to extreme poverty.
The festival’s curator since 2015, Chris Martin of Coldplay, and the Global Citizen Festival’s co-founders Ryan Gall and Hugh Evans have put together spectacular shows not only in New York City but in other landmark cities across the globe.
Last year saw Usher, SZA, and Tems perform at Black Star Square in Accra, Ghana in front of thousands, all to help raise money and spread awareness for the organization’s cause.
Over the past 10 years, 43.6 billion dollars in commitments have been announced through Global Citizen platforms, impacting nearly 1.3 billion lives worldwide, with attendees of this year’s event being able to add even more to that total through awareness and donations.
Ms. Lauryn Hill
Ticket Information
Tickets to this year’s show are free and accessible by joining the movement and taking action on the Global Citizen app or at www.globalcitizen.org. On the website, you are free to scroll through the issues the organization combats and additional event information.
SZA performing at the 2022 Global Citizen Festival in Accra, Ghana
