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Mieka
October 23rd 2023
The Venue is awesome and Rare Essence is always on fire
Washington City, DC@Ivy City Smokehouse
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Rare Essence made a name for themselves with BODY MOVES, their first full length release. Their unique percussive groove and live shows rival some of the biggest names in music! RE's success has included hit singles: Lock-It, Work The Walls and Overnight Scenario. Collaborations have included tracks with Doug E Fresh, Redman, Snoop Dogg and Ludacris. TV appearances have included the Jay Leno Show, MTV Awards & BET Awards.
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