Ra the Rugged Man at Amsterdam

From Parts Unkown, New York

First Twin Cities show since since January 19, 2007 • First Amsterdam show

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From last.fm:

Richard Andrew Thorburn (born January 10, 1974), better known by his stage name R.A. the Rugged Man, is an American underground hip-hop artist from Suffolk County, Long Island, New York. In 1992, at the age of 18, Thorburn signed with Jive Records, then in the mid-1990s signed with Priority Records/EMI. His contract was later absorbed by Capitol Records but he began recording independently in the early 2000s. He has worked with MC's such as The Notorious B.I.G. Read more about R.A. the Rugged Man on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Oct 10

From Humboldt County, California

First Twin Cities show since since October 30, 2012 • First Amsterdam show • Fourth Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since May 7, 2009

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From last.fm:

For the last decade, Potluck has built a well-deserved reputation as the premiere rap group in Humboldt County. They are one of the more promising young talents to emerge from Northern California's legendary, organic, independent, hip-hop scene. Combining an average joe sensibility along with syrupy west coast beats, clever samples, and witty rhymes Potluck's weed inspired song topics include everything from life and loves tribulations to neck-snapping battle raps. Read more about Potluck on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Oct 10