Viva La Hip Hop

Brother Ali’s last album, the critically acclaimed, The Undisputed Truth, was a landmark in hip-hop, an album that carried weight equally with critics and fans alike, an album of bold statements and bolder beats, politically and socially aware without being preachy. His new album, Us (09.22.09) (Rhymesayers Entertainment), is a progression that will make Brother Ali one of the most enduring figures in hip-hop; while still aware, Ali has turned his gaze inward, and started examining the human condition from the outside in. A profound personal glimpse into a vulnerability seldom seen or heard in music, Us touches on the strengths and flaws of the human condition, exploring drug abuse, divorce, homophobia and many more topics that most people are scared to touch in their own lives, much less on an album for the world to see.

As with previous endeavors, the beats here are courtesy of Ant, whose production work seems to be getting more soulful and lush by the minute. The guest appearances only accentuate Brother Ali’s strengths, with Chuck D, Freeway, Joell Ortiz and Stokley Williams of Mint Condition making strong appearances.

In support of the new album, Ali is embarking on a North American tour of epic proportions, enlisting the help of labelmates and collaborators Evidence (of Dilated Peoples, recently signed to Rhymesayers), BK One & Toki Wright. You can buy your tickets now through Friday from our special fan pre-sale! Head over to Artist Arena. When you purchase tickets this week you’ll receive a coupon to pre-order the new Brother Ali record “Us” for a reduced price of only $9.99 + shipping! So grab your tickets for the “Fresh Air Tour” and pre-order “Us” today!

October 16, 2009 The Catalyst, Santa Cruz

Ages 16+
$12 in advance/ $16 at the door
Doors open 8PM/ Show starts 9PM

Tickets available at http://catalyst.inhousetickets.com/events2/44135/BROTHER-ALIs

October 17, 2009 Slim’s, San Francisco

All Ages 6 and Over
$15
Doors open 8PM/ Show starts 9PM

Tickets available at http://tickets.slims-sf.com/evinfo.php?eventid=43886

October 18, 2009 Avalon Nightclub, Santa Clara

All Ages
$15/$20
Doors open 8PM/ Show starts 9PM

Tickets available at https://tixx1.artistarena.com/brotherali/