February 10, 2025 – New York, NY – Universal Attractions Agency is excited to announce that legendary Brooklyn rapper Talib Kweli has signed exclusively with the agency for representation worldwide. UAA’s President Jeff Epstein and Ben Sauberman will act as responsible agents.
Talib Kweli rose to prominence in 1998 as one half of the duo Black Star, releasing the critically acclaimed album “Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star.” This album was an instant hit, featuring popular tracks like “Definition” and “Respiration,” the latter of which features Common. Both tracks charted on the Billboard Hot 100. Talib continued to release acclaimed albums, including 2000’s “Train of Thought,” produced by Hi-Tek, and 2002’s “Quality,” which included Talib’s most successful solo hit, “Get By.” Throughout his legendary career, Talib Kweli has collaborated extensively with some of the biggest names in hip-hop, including Pharrell, J Dilla, Madlib, and Just Blaze.
This year, Talib Kweli will tour Europe and North America, kicking off on February 13 in Reykjavik, Iceland. The tour will run through June and culminate in a performance at Kings Theater in Talib Kweli’s hometown of Brooklyn, NY, on June 21. A complete list of tour dates is provided below.
Jeff Epstein said on the signing: “We are honored to welcome the legendary Talib Kweli to the Universal Attractions Agency family. The impact Talib’s music has had on hip-hop is undeniable, and we are excited to partner with him.”
2025 Europe & North America Talib Kweli Tour Dates
2-13 Reykjavik, Iceland – Gamla Bíó
2-15 Paris, France – New Morning
2-19 Eeklo, Belgium – N9
2-20 Amsterdam, Netherlands – Melkweg
2-22 Athens, Greece – Gazarte
2-23 Zurich, Switzerland – Alte Kaserne
2-26 Rennes, France – Antipode
2-27 Toulouse, France – Le Rex
2-28 Brighton, United Kingdom – The Arch
3-01 Porto, Portugal – Plano B
3-02 Bologna, Italy – Locomotiv Club
3-05 Dallas, TX – Trees
3-06 Denver, CO – The Oriental Theater
3-07 Albuquerque, NM – Sister Bar
3-08 El Paso, TX – Lowbrow Palace
3-22 Fort Lauderdale, FL – Kemistry Nightclub
4-13 Rubigen, Switzerland – Mühle Hunziken
4-16 Montpellier, France – Rockstore
4-19 Nantes, France -Warehouse
4-20 Wil, Switzerland – Gare de Lion
4-25 Seattle, WA – Nectar Lounge
4-26 – Tacoma, WA – Airport Tavern
5-02 – Mississauga, ON – Living Arts Centre
5-09 San Diego, CA – The Holding Company
6-21 Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theater
For tickets, visit: talibkweli.com
About Universal Attractions Agency / UAA:
Celebrating 80 years in the music business and founded in 1945 by Ben Bart, Universal Attractions Agency (UAA) is a leading talent agency headquartered in New York City. With a rich history that includes launching the career of legendary soul singer James Brown and representing him for over 40 years, UAA has been at the forefront of the entertainment industry for decades.
Today, UAA continues to guide the careers of prominent artists and entertainers. The agency represents over 250 artists, facilitates performances worldwide, and maintains its status as an industry leader.
UAA’s commitment to personalized attention and professionalism has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the entertainment sector, consistently adapting to the evolving landscape of the live music and entertainment industries.
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