“LaRussell’s show really isn’t like any concert I’ve seen before — not just because it’s a rap show with a harp, a flute and a seven-person choir. People are quick to throw around the word “intimate” when describing concerts, to the point where it loses its meaning. But with LaRussell, there’s no other word. The afternoon feels more like a living room kickback than a concert — a kickback with around 150 people, where one of your friends just happens to be a famous rapper.” – SF Gate

The Reser is thrilled to present on-the-rise MC LaRussell as the Mainstage headliner to kick off Rhythm & Revolution, our yearlong exploration of the legacy of Hip Hop culture. Hailing from Vallejo, CA, LaRussell has made it his art and his business to celebrate community and locality in everything he does. The rapper has been working for years to build a framework for the music business outside of traditional channels; releasing records on his own label, running a concert series in his backyard, and creating resources for other musicians.

LaRussell pulls musical inspiration from many sources to inspire his tracks. He can deliver cutting rhymes and then flip into a party track like “Give Me a Beat.” Balancing multiple tones and styles has made him a favorite across diverse multigenerational audiences. His community consciousness and varied catalogue make him uniquely qualified to headline and set the tone for Rhythm & Revolution.

Hosted by D.J. OG ONE and featuring Raaqel.

This show will start at 6 PM and will be followed by a free + participatory MC cypher in the lobby.