HIP-HOP FAMILY REUNION Two weeks ago, in our annual music issue, we discussed the growing strength of the city’s music scene by asking, "Where is the black music in Charlotte?" This weekend, the answer to that question is at Chop Shop. If you're looking for some of the Queen City's finest rappers, they'll all be under one roof. From Golden Era-style to street anthem swag, the inaugural Hip-Hop Family Reunion is a great place to check the pulse of the local scene. Performers include Forever FC (Lute, Jimmy Kelso, Schyler Chaise and Ry), Royal-Tee, Elevator Jay, Luca Brazi, Mullah Mugzie, Shome, Lotta, Stranger Day, Yachts and Makeda.

Jeff Hahne

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