September 19, 2012 | 12:46 PM | By John Vettese
Just Announced: Nas, Lauryn Hill coming to the Electric Factory on Nov. 7
FILED UNDER: Artists, Concert Previews, Events, News, Electric Factory, Lauryn Hill, Nas
Legendary New York City rapper Nas is bringing the tour in support of his eleventh studio album, Life is Good, to Philadelphia on November 7 for an appearance at The Electric Factory. Opening is soul favorite Lauryn Hill, who last graced the stage in Philadelphia this summer for an impromptu appearance with The Roots at the Welcome America Festival. Tickets for the show go on sale this Friday. Below, watch a video of Lauryn Hill jamming with The Roots on the parkway.
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