Jurassic 5 to play night show during Jazz Fest with Blackalicious

Alternative hip-hop pioneers Jurassic 5 will swing through New Orleans for a Jazz Fest after show at the Howlin’ Wolf on Thursday, May 4. The group will be joined by rap duo Blackalicious, who will open the night with a set of their own.

Jurassic 5 re-formed in 2015 following a six year break up, though the ensemble hasn’t released a studio album since 2006’s Feedback. Founding member Chali 2na—who is also known for his work with Ozomatli—has collaborated with a few New Orleans acts since the group’s initial dissolution, including Galactic and recent OffBeat cover artists Naughty Professor. The emcee will even team up with Naughty Professor at d.b.a. while he’s in town for Jazz Fest season.

Tickets for Jurassic 5 and Blackalicious’ show are on sale.