The Roots Philadelphia Tickets - Highmark Skyline Stage at The Mann Center For The Performing Arts

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Elmiene

40 concerts

Elmiene, a British-Sudanese neo-soul and R&B singer from Oxford, creates emotionally honest music with soulful vocals. Known for hits like "Golden" and "Reclusive," he gained acclaim with EPs "El-Mean" and "Marking My Time." His debut album, "sounds for someone," features collaborations with Raphael Saadiq. Elmiene has received a Brit Award nomination for Rising Star and was featured in BBC Sound of polls.

Trap Karaoke

14 concerts

Trap Karaoke, founded in New York by Jason Mowatt in 2015, revolutionized live entertainment. It transformed traditional karaoke into a high-energy, user-generated concert experience centered on trap, hip-hop, and R&B music. Known for fostering community and self-expression, it features fan performances and has seen appearances from artists like 2 Chainz and Yo Gotti. The event has garnered recognition, including a "Litty Award".

SNACKTIME

5 concerts

Philadelphia funk-pop band famed for free Rittenhouse Square shows; sold 900+ tix first club headline, now sells out fests; toured w/ Portugal. The Man; hits “SUNSHINE,” “ENOUGH.”

Raheem DeVaughn

3 concerts

Born with soul's timeless essence, this artist's style blends blues, hip-hop, and R&B, crafting hits like "Fall In Love." Known as the Love King of Soul & R&B.

Miguel

3 concerts

Los Angeles-born R&B artist Miguel is famous for sensual ballads like "Adorn," and "Sure Thing." He won a Grammy for "Adorn" and has worked with Mariah Carey, A$AP Rocky, and Mac Miller. Miguel's albums, including Kaleidoscope Dream and Wildheart, consistently hit high on the charts, showcasing his evolving style. Recent impact from TikTok revitalized his music, bringing "Sure Thing" to new heights.

Jagged Edge

1 concert

Jagged Edge, formed in 1995 in Atlanta by Hartford-born twins Brandon and Brian Casey, Kyle Norman, and Richard Wingo, rose to fame with hits like "Let's Get Married" and "Where the Party At" featuring Nelly. Renowned for blending ballads with uptempo R&B, they achieved five consecutive Billboard Top Ten albums, including multi-platinum J.E. Heartbreak. A key act for Jermaine Dupri's So So Def, they launched HardCase label in 2017. Their journey includes Grammy nominations and consistent group membership for over 30 years.

Maxwell

2 concerts

Born in Brooklyn, Maxwell redefined soul with classics like 'Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite.' Known for hits like "Ascension," he boasts 4 platinum albums, 3 Grammys, an NAACP Image Award, and a Soul Train Award. Maxwell's recent tour ranked in Pollstar’s 2022 "Top 20 Global Concert Tours."

GloRilla

4 concerts

Memphis rapper GloRilla rose to fame with viral hit "FNF (Let's Go)" and signed with CMG/Interscope. Known for hits like "Yeah Glo!" and collab with Megan Thee Stallion, she’s a multi-Grammy nominee and Billboard's 2024 Hottest Female Rapper.

Musiq Soulchild

6 concerts

Musiq Soulchild, born in Philadelphia, is a key figure in the neo-soul movement, blending influences like Marvin Gaye with hip-hop. With 13 Grammy nominations, he's famed for raw vocals and hits like "Love" and "Buddy." He signed with Def Jam in 2000.

Jeezy

20 concerts

Atlanta rapper Jeezy, pioneer of Southern trap, is known for his gruff voice and powerful raps. His debut album, "Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101," elevated his status.

Meek Mill

2 concerts

Philadelphia-born Meek Mill is a Grammy-nominated rapper known for hits like "Ima Boss" and "Going Bad." A criminal justice advocate, he co-chairs REFORM Alliance with JAY-Z and others, using his platform to fight injustice. Entrepreneurial, he founded Dream Chasers label and co-owns Lids and Mitchell & Ness.

KAYTRANADA

16 concerts

Kaytranada, a Montreal-raised producer, blends J Dilla-inspired hip-hop with woozy house grooves. Known for tracks like those in his debut album, 99.9%, which won the Polaris Music Prize and a Juno Award, he's worked with artists such as Anderson .Paak, Kendrick Lamar, and Alicia Keys. His second album, Bubba, featuring Pharrell and Kali Uchis, earned him 2 Grammys.

Black Thought

1 concert

Black Thought, born in Philadelphia, is a masterful rapper and member of the Roots, best known for hits like "You Got Me." His solo work includes the Streams of Thought series and collaborations with Danger Mouse and El Michels Affair. He's won Grammys and works with artists like Ghostface Killah and Talib Kweli.

Backyard Band

4 concerts

Backyard Band delivers a raw, powerful mix of Rock'n'Roll, Blues, and Punkrock-Attitüde. Their characteristic garage sound bridges legends like Little Richard and The Sonics, known for being dirty, direct, and captivating. They are recognized for their energetic shows and honest rock'n'roll power.

CeeLo Green

2 concerts

CeeLo Green, born in Atlanta, rose to fame with Goodie Mob, pioneering the Dirty South movement. As a solo artist, his hits include Grammy-winning "Crazy" with Gnarls Barkley and the chart-topping "Fuck You." Known for his soulful style, he collaborated with the Pussycat Dolls, OutKast, and Dan Auerbach. He gained TV fame as a mentor on The Voice and authored "Everybody's Brother."

Lenny Kravitz

26 concerts

Born in the U.S., Lenny Kravitz is a rock icon blending soul, funk, and rock. Known for hits, 4 Grammys, film roles, design ventures, and a CFDA Fashion Icon Award.

CeCe Peniston

1 concert

Born in Dayton, OH, disco diva CeCe Peniston moved to Phoenix, became Miss Black Arizona, and soared with hits like "Finally." Her work, loved globally, still thrives in dance clubs. Continues to perform in cities like Las Vegas.

2 Chainz

21 concerts

2 Chainz, born Tauheed Epps in College Park, Georgia, is a Grammy-winning Southern hip-hop and trap artist. Known for his distinctive style, clever wordplay, and charismatic persona, he gained fame with hits like "No Lie" and "Birthday Song". His albums include "Based on a T.R.U. Story" and "Pretty Girls Like Trap Music". He has collaborated with numerous artists, including Drake, Kanye West, and Lil Wayne, and is recognized for his engaging touring and "Most Expensivest" series.

Tems

1 concert

Lagos-born Nigerian singer-songwriter/producer; soulful, intimate alt-R&B/afrobeats. For Broken Ears & If Orange Was a Place; Grammy winner, BET & Billboard honors.

The Roots

15 concerts

The Roots, formed by Black Thought and ?uestlove in Philadelphia, are known for their innovative rap band style. Their successful albums include "Things Fall Apart," which went platinum, and collaborations with Erykah Badu, John Legend, and Elvis Costello. As the house band for Jimmy Fallon’s show, they gained nationwide fame and numerous Grammys. Notable members included Rahzel and Kamal Gray.