Arts & Entertainment
André 3000 Bringing New Flute-Focused Music To Philadelphia
The rapper turned experimental jazz flutist is touring on his new album and is bringing the tour to The Met Philadelphia.
PHILADELPHIA — André 3000 spent time in Philadelphia filming the AMC show "Dispatches from Elsewhere" in 2019 and was seen walking around the city playing flute.
Now, the rapper has released an experimental ambient new-age jazz album featuring his flute work.
And on the heels of the release of "New Blue Sun," André 3000 is heading to Philadelphia.
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André 3000, whose real name is André Benjamin, is coming to The Met Philadelphia on Friday, Nov. 1.
Benjamin will be joined on stage by by Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, Nate Mercereau and Deantoni Parks.
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"The stage is set ranging between an intimate atmosphere and sensory grandeur," according to The Met's website. "New Blue Sun LIVE is more than a concert; it’s a sonic odyssey that leaves fans both enchanted and reflective; reaffirming André 3000’s status as a visionary in contemporary music."
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