SLUM VILLAGE (DETROIT) LIVE IN AUCKLAND

We are honoured to announce that we are hosting the legendary ‘Slum Village’ for a show here in Tamaki the 30th of November, They have only played in New Zealand twice before. Fu bar in 2007 & NYE Festival Northern bass in 2015.

Emerging from the dynamic streets of Conant Gardens in Detroit, Slum Village is not just a music group, but a close-knit brotherhood tied together by friendship and their shared musical passions. Established in the early 1990s by T3, Baatin, and the iconic J Dilla (also known as Jay Dee), the group quickly became a cornerstone in Detroit's hip-hop scene.

J Dilla’s, enduring influence continued to shape the group, with his protégé and Grammy-nominated producer Young RJ stepping in as a rapper in 2009. T3 and Young RJ’s stewardship, Slum Village has continued to innovate, producing revered albums such as "Trinity" with the standout track "Tainted," and "Detroit Deli," featuring the popular single “Selfish” with Kanye West and John Legend.

T3 and Young RJ have been instrumental in preserving and expanding the group's legacy, leading to later albums like "Villa Manifesto" and "YES," which includes posthumous productions by Dilla. Today, Slum Village remains a celebrated name in the world of Detroit hip-hop. With over a decade of collaboration, T3 and Young RJ stay true to the group’s founding ethos while introducing new vitality and a contagious zest.

Their recent works, including singles "Request," “Factor,” “So “Superb” and the acclaimed album “F.U.N.” featuring artists like Cordae, Larry June, Elijah Fox, and Eric Roberson, highlight their continued commitment to breaking new ground and thrilling audiences globally. Explore their musical journey and experience the sounds that have established them as hip-hop royalty.

Rest In Peace J Dilla & Baatin.

VICE SOULECTRIC

United Grind co-founder, Vice Souletric is a visionary Hip Hop artist and producer that rekindles the days of True School Hip Hop in a modern day form.The Ohio native has toured worldwide and boasts a six album discography that features appearances and production from the likes of Slum Village, Talib Kweli, Pete Rock, Benny The Butcher, 9th Wonder, Skyzoo, Hi-Tek, Young RJ, Guilty Simpson, Nottz and many more.

LOCAL SUPPORT TO BE ANNOUNCED.

DONT SLEEP ON THE SHOW OF THE DECADE!