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Brooklyn-born American rappers Talib Kweli Greene and Yasiin Bey AKA Mos Def are the rap duo Black Star. The group rose to prominence after the deaths of rap legends Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls. In 1998, the duo released its first and only full-length album,

Mos Def and Talib Kweli Greene are Black Star

, which garnered the group street credibility, success and recognition outside of its native Brooklyn. Since then, the artists have both gone on to launch successful solo careers, but still perform together on occasion.

'When Stars Collide'

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Kweli and Bey were both preparing to release solo hip-hop albums when they met. Because of their similar emcee styles, love of black culture and collective dismay over the violence and disharmony that was becoming ever more prevalent in the hip-hop world, the artists decided to postpone launching their solo careers to create a one-of-a-kind collaboration. The group name and its first and only album,

Mos Def and Talib Kweli Greene are Black Star

, was named as a tribute to Marcus Garvey's first successful business venture, Black Star shipping. The album dealt with themes of racism and anti-blackness, misogyny, artistic integrity, reconciliation and liberation. Hailed as one of the 25 Best Albums of 1998 by the music critics' organization Jazz and Pop, Kweli and Bey's iconic 13-track album is to date one of the most beloved hip-hop albums of all time.

'Where can I purchase Black Star tickets?'

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'Is there a Black Star Concert near me?'

'Currently, Black Star doesn't have any more 2019 tour dates, but Talib Kweli, who makes up one half of the rap duo has over 20 more tour dates in his 2019 tour, scattered across the United States and the United Kingdom. Join StubHub's mailing list so you can get notified when your favorite performers like Black Star go on tour.'

'What can I expect from a Black Star concert?'

'If you are lucky enough to score Black Star concert tickets, wear comfortable shoes. The rap duo's popularity has only continued to increase over time, and you will rarely see a Black Star concert that isn't sold out and jam packed. The duo has a broad fanbase both in the United States and abroad, so Black Star shows draw in a very diverse crowd, from hipsters to hip-hop fans to baby boomers and band nerds. Between the energy of the crowd and the chemistry between Kweli and Bey, it's impossible not to get hyped at a Black Star concert.'

'What are some well-known Black Star songs?'

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Black Star is an insider's group that came out of the underground hip-hop scene, and as such many of its songs have not been popularized by radio. With that being said, some of its performances and songs have gained notoriety through public performances and movies.

Money Jungle

, a song created in 2001 for an AIDS Awareness concert, is a part of Black Star's canon. Likewise, 2002's

Hater Players

gained mainstream recognition when it was featured on the hit television show,

The Wire

.

'What are Black Star's musical influences?'

'Black Star came out of the hip-hop underground of the late 1990s, and the duo was directly influenced by East and West coasts artists like Tupac and Biggie. The duo's sound harkens back to classic hip-hop emcees like Public Enemy and KRS One. It also found lyrical inspiration from groups like Roots Crew and individual artists like DJ Dummy and Black Thought.'

'Which other artists are similar to Black Star?'

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Fans of Black Star's socially conscious underground rap might also enjoy

Yasiin Bey AKA Mos Def

,

Talib Kweli

,

Common

and Black Thought.