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Best Rap & Hip Hop in Providence

Nas with the Rhode Island Philharmonic at Providence Performing Arts Center

Nas with the Rhode Island Philharmonic

In 1994 Nas released his debut album Illmatic. One of the defining records of '90s hip-hop, the album showcased the rapper's meticulous rhymes and cutting social commentary over loose, jazzy beats, on tracks like the iconic 'NY State of Mind'. The album received universal acclaim and is frequently named as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time, cementing his status as one of the genre's most talented voices. Witness legendary tracks from this and the rest of his groundbreaking back-catalog in the grandest fashion, as the seminal rapper performs live with the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra!

Jay Wheeler at Amica Mutual Pavilion

Jay Wheeler

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and Latin Trap artist Jay Wheeler is heading out on a North American tour celebrating the release of his newest album, TRAPPii. Wheeler sings in Spanish and English to delve deep into the emotions of heartbreak and romance to create his signature sound that will stop you in your tracks and leave you wanting more. Over 18 million monthly Spotify listeners can't be wrong, so grab your BBY and get your tickets for the TRAPPii tour!