Hip-Hop / Rap shows in Pittsburgh

Rap · Hiphop · Hip-hop

Doors 6:00pm

$25.65-$37.65

Hip-hop history comes to Pittsburgh as MC Lyte takes the stage at City Winery Pittsburgh for a special night celebrating a groundbreaking career and enduring legacy. A true pioneer, MC Lyte helped redefine what was possible for women in hip-hop, becoming the first female rapper to earn a gold single, the first female solo rapper nominated for a Grammy, and the first rap artist ever to perform at Carnegie Hall. Across an extraordinary career, she has remained one of the genre’s most respected lyricists, continually evolving while inspiring generations of artists who followed in her footsteps.

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Rap · Trap · Hip-hop

Nu metal · Rapcore · Nu-metal

Lyfe Jennings (born Chester Jermaine Jennings on June 3, 1978) is an American R&B singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist from Toledo, Ohio, known for his gritty, soulful voice and raw storytelling. After serving 10 years in prison for arson as a teenager, he released his debut album, Lyfe 268-192 (2004), featuring hit singles "Must Be Nice" and "Stick Up Kid". Early Life & Prison: Born to a working-class family, he started singing in a church choir and later formed a group called The Dotsons. At 14, he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a firebombing incident. Musical Style: Often called a "socially minded R&B singer," his music incorporates his own life experiences, blending soul, gospel, and hip-hop, often featuring guitar, bass, and piano. Career Highlights: His debut album Lyfe 268-192 is titled after his prison inmate number. Following its success, he released The Phoenix (2006), which was certified Gold, and Lyfe Change (2008). Television & Personal Life: He appeared on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta in 2015-2016. He married model Gwendolyn Scharkowski in 2016

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Lyfe Jennings (born Chester Jermaine Jennings on June 3, 1978) is an American R&B singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist from Toledo, Ohio, known for his gritty, soulful voice and raw storytelling. After serving 10 years in prison for arson as a teenager, he released his debut album, Lyfe 268-192 (2004), featuring hit singles "Must Be Nice" and "Stick Up Kid". Early Life & Prison: Born to a working-class family, he started singing in a church choir and later formed a group called The Dotsons. At 14, he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a firebombing incident. Musical Style: Often called a "socially minded R&B singer," his music incorporates his own life experiences, blending soul, gospel, and hip-hop, often featuring guitar, bass, and piano. Career Highlights: His debut album Lyfe 268-192 is titled after his prison inmate number. Following its success, he released The Phoenix (2006), which was certified Gold, and Lyfe Change (2008). Television & Personal Life: He appeared on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta in 2015-2016. He married model Gwendolyn Scharkowski in 2016

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City Winery Pittsburgh Presents Brother Ali live on Thursday, November 12th, at 7:30 PM!

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Hip-hop · Horrorcore · Hardcore punk

Korean hip-hop · Koran hip hop · Rap

Doors 5:00pm

$7.65-$7.65

City Winery Pittsburgh presents Musiq Soulchild live on Sunday, December 27th, at 6:00 PM! Musiq Soulchild, born Taalib Johnson, is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. Weaned on Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway, Musiq pioneered the “neo-soul” movement of the early millennium. He has received 13 Grammy nominations and has sold millions of records worldwide. He is still one of the most popular performers of his time and a true artist. Known for his raw vocal talent, Musiq went from singing on the street corners of Philadelphia in the late 90’s, to landing a big record deal with Def Jam in 2000; ushering in a new age sound of his own.

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City Winery Pittsburgh presents Musiq Soulchild live on Sunday, December 27th, at 9:30 PM! Musiq Soulchild, born Taalib Johnson, is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. Weaned on Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway, Musiq pioneered the “neo-soul” movement of the early millennium. He has received 13 Grammy nominations and has sold millions of records worldwide. He is still one of the most popular performers of his time and a true artist. Known for his raw vocal talent, Musiq went from singing on the street corners of Philadelphia in the late 90’s, to landing a big record deal with Def Jam in 2000; ushering in a new age sound of his own.

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City Winery Pittsburgh presents Musiq Soulchild live on Monday, December 28th, at 6:00 PM! Musiq Soulchild, born Taalib Johnson, is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. Weaned on Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway, Musiq pioneered the “neo-soul” movement of the early millennium. He has received 13 Grammy nominations and has sold millions of records worldwide. He is still one of the most popular performers of his time and a true artist. Known for his raw vocal talent, Musiq went from singing on the street corners of Philadelphia in the late 90’s, to landing a big record deal with Def Jam in 2000; ushering in a new age sound of his own.

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City Winery Pittsburgh presents Musiq Soulchild live on Monday, December 28th, at 9:30 PM! Musiq Soulchild, born Taalib Johnson, is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. Weaned on Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway, Musiq pioneered the “neo-soul” movement of the early millennium. He has received 13 Grammy nominations and has sold millions of records worldwide. He is still one of the most popular performers of his time and a true artist. Known for his raw vocal talent, Musiq went from singing on the street corners of Philadelphia in the late 90’s, to landing a big record deal with Def Jam in 2000; ushering in a new age sound of his own.

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City Winery Pittsburgh presents Musiq Soulchild live on Wednesday, December 30th, at 6:00 PM! Musiq Soulchild, born Taalib Johnson, is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. Weaned on Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway, Musiq pioneered the “neo-soul” movement of the early millennium. He has received 13 Grammy nominations and has sold millions of records worldwide. He is still one of the most popular performers of his time and a true artist. Known for his raw vocal talent, Musiq went from singing on the street corners of Philadelphia in the late 90’s, to landing a big record deal with Def Jam in 2000; ushering in a new age sound of his own.

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City Winery Pittsburgh presents Musiq Soulchild live on Wednesday, December 30th, at 9:30 PM! Musiq Soulchild, born Taalib Johnson, is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. Weaned on Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Donny Hathaway, Musiq pioneered the “neo-soul” movement of the early millennium. He has received 13 Grammy nominations and has sold millions of records worldwide. He is still one of the most popular performers of his time and a true artist. Known for his raw vocal talent, Musiq went from singing on the street corners of Philadelphia in the late 90’s, to landing a big record deal with Def Jam in 2000; ushering in a new age sound of his own.

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