The first annual 706 Music Festival, which will be headlined by legendary Atlanta rapper Raheem the Dream, will offer an opportunity for attendees to party to ‘90s and 2000s hip-hop classics. Raheem, whose real name is Micaiah Raheem, was a pioneering force in Atlanta’s hip-hop scene, and has been a well-known music producer for Tight 2 Def Records for nearly 27 years. Over the course of his career he has released 11 singles and two albums. The festival was formed as a collaboration between 95.5 FM The Beat of Athens and United Group of Artists Music Association. The event will be broadcast and hosted on-air by Ant G the “Party Starter” and on-air radio personality Alichia Cruz. This is an event for ages 25 and up, and tickets start at $20 with VIP tables available by calling 678-740-3884.
WHO: 706 Fest with Raheem The Dream
WHEN: Saturday, July 1, 9 p.m. (doors), 10:30 p.m. (show)
WHERE: 40 Watt Club
HOW MUCH: $20 (adv.)
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