A Metropolis Touring & Trent Slingshot Presentation
GZA (USA)
WU-TANG CLAN founding member, GZA returns this November to grace Australian & NZ fans with his electrifying live shows. His thought-provoking and street-bred raw lyricism layered over catchy beats has created plethora of anthems that shaped the hip-hop world. He has earned the honorary title of ‘The Genius’.
“There was no doubting the amount of respect the audience had for the man onstage” – AU Review
GZA’s lyrical dexterity sets him apart from the flock. This is true & original hip hop that puts the current mainstream scene to shame. His 1995 album ‘Liquid Swords’ is recognized as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time, selling over a million copies. This is your chance to listen to the anthems ‘Liquid Swords’, ‘Living in the World Today’, ‘Labels’, ‘4th Chamber’ plus Wu-Tang Clan classics C.R.E.A.M, ‘Clan in da Front’, ‘Protect Ya Neck’, Wu-Tang Clan Aint Nuthing Ta Fuck Wit and more!
‘the crowd roared excitedly along to every lyric and choral refrain, often at a pitch on the verge of maddened screaming.’ - The OC Register
Australian fans have been eagerly waiting for the return of their idol since GZA’s last solo tour in 2012. The Brooklyn native is widely loved in Australia with passionate fans awarding him with a cult-esque praise every time he hits the stage.
“Fans were rapping along to complex lines word-by-word not missing a beat… It was gloriously chilling.” – Grimy Goods
GZA’s work with Wu-Tang Clan combined with his renowned solo albums have earned him a reputation as one of the most credible and respected rappers working today. Do not miss your opportunity to witness GZA perform his legendary songs and deliver a true hip-hop show.
“Its a compelling whistle-stop tour of old glories… Pure Genius” – The Guardian
TOUR DATES
Saturday 11th November – Auckland – The Studio
Sunday 12th November – Wellington – San Fran
Tickets from UTR, Flying Out, Slow Boat and RPM.
