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Mos Def

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Review 1 for Mos Def

5 / 5

Mos Def/Yasiin transcending...

Edmonton Event Centre @

- Edmonton @

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- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he arrived. @

Posted 06/24/2012

by Anonymous

This was a dreamy, uplifting, soul-satisfying, freaky,funky time well worth spent!

Edmonton Event Centre @

- Edmonton @

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- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he arrived. @

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Review 2 for Mos Def

5 / 5

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: "My Umi" @

Posted 04/23/2012

by Anonymous

Mos overall did a wonderful job, only knock was the fact that he didn't do many of his older cuts..

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: "My Umi" @

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Review 3 for Mos Def

1 / 5

waited way too long

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Posted 04/22/2012

by arielinmd

Like most of the reviewers, was VERY disappointed in the show. I've seen Mos Def before and LOVE it when he raps. Singing, not so much. Wish he'll come back to DC area but perform his own songs next time - rap please!

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Review 4 for Mos Def

5 / 5

A+ Show...

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he launched into "Black Radio," the title song from the Robert Glasper Experiment's new album. Bey & the band *totally* rocked it. @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 04/18/2012

by c0deZ0mb1e

Location:Washington, DC

Great show. This was at the end of the historic Howard Theater's re-opening week, after many years of neglect, and an extensive renovation. The theater was fantastic. The show was phenomenal.

I was expecting Yasiin Bey to deliver a steady flow of his signature rap & hip hop hits. HOWEVER, was pleasantly surprise b/c the show ended up more as a tribute to Gil Scott Heron...Bey actually ended up *singing* most of the setlist.

Want to give this 4.5 stars...because the show started over an hour late (??) with no explanation or heads up from the theater staff (??). I was started to wonder if there was even going to *be* a show...then the curtain lifted, with Bey and the band ready to groove.

Bottom Line: I'll go back to this theater!

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he launched into "Black Radio," the title song from the Robert Glasper Experiment's new album. Bey & the band *totally* rocked it. @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 5 for Mos Def

5 / 5

Seeing Yasiin

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Posted 04/17/2012

by mrbriscoe

Let me be honest yasiin bay aka mos def is amazing and watching him perform was a true treat. hearing an complete showcase of gil scoot heron in his own style was truely enjoyable. however there where a few problem with the concert. One it statred extermly late had to wait an entire hour and half just before the show started. the actual stand area was very small, as most of the room was taken up by chairs and tables. Still the concert was enjoyable

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

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Review 6 for Mos Def

4 / 5

Great Show

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Posted 04/16/2012

by LeighO

I really enjoyed this show. The newly rennovated Howard theatre was magnificent. Yasiin Bey put on a magnificent show, however if your looking for the black star Mos Def this isn't for you. He changed up his style a bit and is doing more scatting, soulful, hip-hop type music. I loved it, but again if your looking for a rap concert this isn't it.

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

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Review 7 for Mos Def

2 / 5

Disappointed

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Posted 04/16/2012

by Anonymous

The Howard Theatre was absolutely beautiful, BUT I was very disappointed that the concert started extremely late and rather short. I am a huge fan of Gil Scot Heron and if it was supposed to be a tribute to him...I would have expected to at least hear hits like "Living in a Bottle"

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

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Review 8 for Mos Def

1 / 5

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: None @

Posted 04/16/2012

by Anonymous

Location:Washington, DC

The show started 1 hour and 15 minutes late and unfortunately the vocals just weren't that great. He's a brilliant actor and rapper but he really should just continue to cultivate those talents.

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: None @

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Review 9 for Mos Def

1 / 5

I expected more from Yasiin Bey

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Scenery was nice, vibe was chill @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 04/16/2012

by junglewarrior

The show was nice, but from scheduled to actual time he performed there was an hour and a half time delay. Not cool in my opinion. I almost asked for a refund, but I drove all the way out to DC. The music was dope, but I was hoping for more of an upbeat mix. After a couple of songs, I noticed several people sleeping. It was late, I was drinking, I understood and was sleepy too! I had hoped for more, but oh well.

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Scenery was nice, vibe was chill @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 10 for Mos Def

5 / 5

seeing this man perform was great gotta luv Yasiin

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he looked at me @

Setlist: Front and center!!I @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 04/16/2012

by Anonymous

Location:Washington DC

Great performance, tremendous talent. However, the event didnt start on time and he only performed for about an hour........so it wasnt really worth the money in that sense. But overall it was a good performance, I wished he did more of his older songs but the ones that he did do were good though. I wished he rapped more sang less......but other than that he was great! Now for the venue I attribute the slow and mediocure service to the fact that they just recently opened and have not developed their flow yet, but the food and drinks like at any other theater over priced and not strong enough. So dont go there to get drunk, dont go there to get full and not spend a bunch of money. But the venue is BEAUTIFUL great atmoaphere imagine a mix between a lounge, club and ampatheater but aimed for audiences of color will be going back if a good show is in town and reasonable.

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he looked at me @

Setlist: Front and center!!I @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 11 for Mos Def

3 / 5

Gil Scott Heron Tribute

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Because of the audience there wasn't one. @

Posted 04/16/2012

by Anonymous

Location:Washington DC

It was supposed to be a Gil Scott Heron tribute. Mos is good, the band was good. There was way too much chatter in the audience. I also think Mos should have played more of Gil's songs and mixed in more familiar songs like Winter In America, Spirits, The Bottle, Angel Dust. I think most people were expecting to or wanted to hear MD songs.

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Because of the audience there wasn't one. @

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Review 12 for Mos Def

2 / 5

Disappointed

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His arrival and the performance of "Umi." @

Posted 04/16/2012

by TriniNJ

My review of this event was lackluster due to two main reasons. First, the event was suppose to start at 11pm but unfortunately began at 12:40 am. I am not sure what the circumstances were but I felt that someone at the Howard Theater could have informed patrons about the tardiness to allay the situation. Also, if you have a international star like Mos why wouldn't you play his music while patrons wait? I heard every other artists except for him-that blew me away!! Second, after waiting I anticipated some classics like: Sunshine, Ms. Fat Booty, Danger, Got, Brooklyn, Katrina Clap, or anything that would be well known by his fans but that wasn't the case. As a result, I was disappointed.

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His arrival and the performance of "Umi." @

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Review 13 for Mos Def

5 / 5

Great Show

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His sincerity about a friend and an artist. @

Posted 04/16/2012

by CSprings22

Location:Washington, DC

I've always wanted to see MOS DEF/Yasiin Bey in concert. He didn't disappoint... Great energy..

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- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His sincerity about a friend and an artist. @

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Review 14 for Mos Def

5 / 5

A great show and a beautifully venue

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- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Posted 04/16/2012

by sbeyene

Loved the show it was really fun. The venue was amazing.

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

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Review 15 for Mos Def

4 / 5

Loved every minute!

The Howard Theater @

- Washington @

, DC @

- 04/14/2012 @

Favorite moment: When he played the piano. @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 04/16/2012

by CB62

Location:washington dc

The show started late. Most likely because there was another performer before the Yasiin Show.

It was a great performance. He came out and got right to business. He grooved to his own music the way each person in the venue would have done. The 3 piece band was fantasic. When Yasiin got on the keys....it was an absolute delight. I would definately see him again. Some seemed upset that he didn't do Ms. Fat Booty, but that song in particular did not fit with the set. It was very much a tribute to Gil Scott Heron...he did a fabolous job and I would definately pay to see him again.

The venue was perfect for the set he performed. You could see the stage with a clear view from every seat. Very comfortable and not over crowded.

The Howard Theater @

- Washington @

, DC @

- 04/14/2012 @

Favorite moment: When he played the piano. @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 16 for Mos Def

2 / 5

Definitely love Mos yet what a let down.

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Leaving unfortunately. @

Opening act(s): None. @

Posted 04/16/2012

by Sunny45s

Dude was an hour late. Thank if for spending our money. Then spent 49 minutes singing before peacing out. That's right. 49 minute show, no opening act.

The Howard is amazing yet I was they had opened more standing room. Kinda hard thinging of a sit down hip hop show. Yet then Mos only reall sang.

Howard Theatre @

- Washington @

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- Sat, Apr 14, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Leaving unfortunately. @

Opening act(s): None. @

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Review 17 for Mos Def

4 / 5

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- 04/14/2012 @

Posted 04/15/2012

by Mellow35

Peace Yasiin Bey.....Yo he had a hot show at The Howard Theater. Big up to his band. I could feel that he truly loved the great Gil Scot Heron. He rocked " Home is where the hatred is". The song is one of my personal favorite and Yasiin put his heart into that rendition, so I appreciate that one.

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- 04/14/2012 @

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Review 18 for Mos Def

4 / 5

Mos def! Definitely the best

Wilbur Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Fri, Dec 9, 2011 @

Opening act(s): Bad rabbit- local artist @

Posted 12/22/2011

by BDarkness

Great show! Only 2 things that was disappointing was 1 didn't Do miss. Fatbooty and the theatre seats and aisles where SO cramped made it tough to really wile out! Other than that show was great

Wilbur Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Fri, Dec 9, 2011 @

Opening act(s): Bad rabbit- local artist @

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Review 19 for Mos Def

5 / 5

Wilbur Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Fri, Dec 9, 2011 @

Posted 12/20/2011

by Anonymous

Awesome show! He is a great performer! I would def see him again!

Wilbur Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Fri, Dec 9, 2011 @

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Review 20 for Mos Def

4 / 5

Great show but intermission was too long

Wilbur Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Fri, Dec 9, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The choreography of the Bad Rabbits. @

Opening act(s): Bad Rabbits @

Posted 12/14/2011

by BilWithOneL

Location:Boston

We just moved to Boston and this was our first time to Wilbur Theatre. We will definitely go back. We went to the show for the Bad Rabbits and they were fantastic. Mos Def and the opening act were also great. Was Most Def worth the hour long intermission? I guess... he is pretty amazing, but... come on, show a little respect for the fans.

Wilbur Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Fri, Dec 9, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The choreography of the Bad Rabbits. @

Opening act(s): Bad Rabbits @

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