Gil Scott-Heron by Brian Jackson & Yasiin Bey
A nostalgic jazz funk night.
Brian Jackson and Yasiin Bey perform a tribute to the legacy of Gil Scott-Heron, revisiting seminal jazz-funk and conscious hip hop works. Tickets on Mood.
Brian Jackson and Yasiin Bey come together to celebrate the legacy of Gil Scott-Heron at the Royal Albert Hall. Brian Jackson began writing songs with Gil Scott-Heron in 1970, a partnership that produced some of the most poignant and politically charged albums of the seventies, including Pieces of a Man and Winter in America. Their work, featuring tracks like The Revolution Will Not Be Televised and Home is Where the Hatred Is, continues to hold heightened relevance today. Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, is a visionary writer and rapper. A former member of the Native Tongues Posse, he is recognized for his devotion to hip hop and a passion that has cemented his place in rap history.
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When and where does the event take place?+
The tribute performance is scheduled for October 11, 2026, at the Royal Albert Hall in South Kensington.
Who is performing at the Gil Scott-Heron tribute?+
Brian Jackson, the longtime collaborator of Gil Scott-Heron, performs alongside the rapper and activist Yasiin Bey.
How do I get tickets for this performance?+
Tickets are available for purchase on Mood.