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Taj Mahal Hosts Emerging Musicians

Legendary musician Taj Mahal has been playing rhythm and blues for decades. Now 78 years old, he wants to light the way for emerging R&B musicians. To this end, he is hosting the Roots Rising Showcase, a livestream concert that will feature Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, Amythyst Kiah, Annie Mack, Leyla McCalla, and Piedmont Bluz Acoustic Duo, among others. The show will be streamed on March 20 at 6 p.m. PST. Tickets are $25–$80 and may be purchased at lutherburbankcenter.org/event/taj-mahal-roots-rising-showcase.