Before you start complaining (again) about the current state of hip-hop music (which sucks ass for the most part these days) take a listen to rappers like BiG K.R.I.T, Smoke DZA, and Curren$y (pictured). The talented trio of solo acts is continuing the classic MC tradition and, at the same time, moving the art form forward — and you can catch them all live tonight when they visit Charlotte as part of The Smokers Club Tour. Trust me: It's gonna be good ... so stop hating and take a listen. $15. 7:30 p.m. Amos' Southend, 1423 S. Tryon St. 704-377-6874. www.amossouthend.com.