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Contest Thu Feb 24 2011
Contest: Ice Cube @ the Mid!
Does Ice Cube really need an introduction? The South Central Angeleno was in N.W.A., contributed a wealth of rhymes to perhaps the most significant gangster rap album ever, has had a critically and commercially successful solo career and also was in the supergroup Westside Connection. Of course, he's also been slammed by critics, but that's part of the allure of the gangster rapper and only adds to the notoriety. Even though Cube's often seen in movies and television these days, he's still pumping out records. Last year's I Am the West was a bit of a departure with tracks that punctuated the life of an aging rapper, but with his talent, he's still making points and enciting some ire with those he takes digs at.
Obviously, he still busts out the hits when he performs. Right now he's on a tour that closes in Chicago on March 13. Thanks to our friends at Cold Grums, Gapers Block's giving away two pairs of tickets to see Ice Cube at the Mid. Write to contests@gapersblock.com with "It Was a Good Day" in the subject line for a chance to win. [Update: We have our winners. Congrats to Mark and Nicholas!)
Ice Cube headlines the Mid on Sunday, March 13. Mikkey Halsted, Illy & Alo and Lungz also perform. DJ 33 1/3 and Big Once will be spinning. It's 21+ and doors open at 9PM. Tickets are $22.50. The Mid's located at 306 N Halsted.