From a carnival-themed showcase to a political rap concert, there's plenty to enjoy in Oakland this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Burl Audio listening event
From the event description:
Burl Audio and Vintage King Audio are ending the year with an epic converter shootout. Expect an evening full of food, drink and listening to tracks run through the best converters in the pro-audio world.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 7-10 p.m.
Where: 25th Street Recording, 426 25th St.
Admission: Free
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The Nice Life
From the event description:
This is a one-of-a-kind event with a fully immersive, carnival-themed showcase with artists Kuya, Rapnik Von, Xanubis, Aroma and Tofujack.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m.-midnight
Where: Starline Social Club Crystal Cavern, 2236 Martin Luther King Junior Way
Admission: $10
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Political rapper Talib Kweli
From the event description:
The Brooklyn-based MC earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically gifted, socially aware and politically insightful rappers to emerge in the last 20 years.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West
Price: $39-$99
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Afronaut Lounge
From the event description:
The DJ will set the soundtrack for chill weekday lounge vibes over dinner and drinks with friends, featuring a playlist of 90s R&B, hip hop, jazz, Afrobeat, modern funk and disco.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m.- midnight
Where: Starline Social Club, 2236 Martin Luther King Junior Way
Price: Free
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