Hip-Hop Wired

Raekwon The Chef will be hitting Atlanta, GA this Saturday, December 5th. If you're in The A this weekend, Hip-Hop Wired is giving away 2 pairs of tickets to see the lyrical swordsman wreck havoc at The Masquerade.

The winners will also get to meet Rae personally at a private meet and greet at the show.

To register for your chance: Send your name, age, location, contact information and mention Hip-Hop Wired in the Subject to RaekwonAtlanta@gmail.com for your chance. This concert is Only Meant 4 Cuban Linx!!!

Raekwon The Chef Live At

The Masquerade 695 North Ave, NE 30308 Atlanta, GA

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