Thursday, April 19
Masta Ace’s rap roots reach back into the ’80s and he still hasn’t missed a beat. He takes the mic at Empire (575 Congress St., Portland) with Green Mountain hip hoppers Jarv and Mister Burns, and Portland’s Ben Shorr opening at 9:30 p.m. Tix: $12 (21+). 558-2279. portlandempire.com.