ABSOLUT VODKA present NY-Z. A film by Danny Clinch. In association with the ABSOLUT Concert Series. Watch the film at Facebook.com/ABSOLUT

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It wasnt so long ago that Mos Def was in London performing a show and for those who missed that show, never fear because Mos is back in the UK this April.

Mos Def will be touring the UK in April showcasing material from ‘The Ecstatic’ as well as classics from his repertoire

Below are the tour dates

13.04.10 Glasgow - O2 Academy (£25, available 12pm Fri 12th Feb)
14.04.10 Bristol - O2 Academy (£25, available now)
15.04.10 London - O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire (£25.50, available now)

Log on to www.ticketweb.co.uk to purchase tickets

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Wayne and Young Money performed a special concert for fans in New Orleans. Weezy heads to jail in February and before he goes, he wanted to treat his fans.

Thanks to HHNM

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Thanks to RTNY

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‘Beg Blag & Borrow’ at Matter (inside the O2) in association with MTV and HMV to raise awareness of the charity War Child (recipient of this year’s BeMOBO Award) on Sunday 20th December. 

Presented by Andre Spence

Artists performing include: N-Dubz, Ironik, Killa Kela, Miss Frank (X-Factor), kojo, Donaeo, Kid British, Young Nate, Gracious K, Frankmusik, Tribal Man

Guest DJ’s include: Masterstepz (Choice FM), Ace and Vis (Radio 1xtra), Firin’ Squad (Choice FM), DJ Spoony (Radio 1), DJ Chicken (X-Factor)

More information on: http://www.begblagandborrow.co.uk/   

Tickets are available here.

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Alicia Key’s new album will feature a duet with Beyonce according to label Sony.

‘Put In A Love Song’ is one of 14 tracks on that appears on Keys’s upcoming albumThe Element Of Freedom.

Keys also teams up with rapper Drake for the track “Love Is My Disease”.

However it seems Jay-Z will not appear on the record despite rumours he may lend a verse to “Empire State of Mind II”.

The album features production from long-time collaborator Kerry “Krucial” Brother, Noah ‘40′ Shebib and Swizz Beatz.

“The Element Of Freedom” is available to buy on December 14th.

Below is the tracklisting for the LP.

Tracklisting

‘Element Of Freedom (Intro)’

‘Love Is Blind’

‘Doesn’t Mean Anything’

‘Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart’

‘Wait Til You See My Smile’

‘That’s How Strong My Love Is’

‘Un-thinkable (I’m Ready)’

‘Love Is My Disease’ ft Drake

‘Like The Sea’

‘Put It In A Love Song’ (featuring Beyoncé)

‘This Bed’

‘Distance And Time’

‘How It Feels To Fly’

‘Empire State Of Mind (Part II) Broken Down’

Bonus

Alicia Keys Performing At Concert For World Aids Day W/ Performance With Jay-Z (Video)

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The Hip Hop Chronicle UK and Nokia have teamed up to give away tickets for Rihanna’s special concert in London.

We are giving two winners the chance to see this performance on the 16th November. It will take place at a special location and will be streamed live on nokia.com/rihanna.

For you’re chance to be at the concert, all you have to do is answer this special answer:

WHAT IS RIHANNA’s NEW ALBUM CALLED?

Send you’re answer to info@thehiphopchronicle.com and two winners will get a chance to this special performance.

Good Luck!

*Competition applies to UK residents

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Team Global Entertainment USA present: Styles P is in London on Friday 30th October.

The Yonkers MC will perform at the 229 club in London.

Purchase Tickets HERE 

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