16, 17 December 2004

Highly respected in the industry and for their work with artists such as Erykah Badu, the rap and hip-hop crew The Roots – who hail from Philadelphia – are in town for two sell-out gigs. With a reputation for great live shows – they don’t use DJs, turntables or samples to create their sound – beg, borrow or steal for a ticket. Alternatively, roll up to the Paradiso tonight and you might be lucky enough to pick one up outside. Support both nights is Martin Luther.