San Francisco native rapper Rich Rocka, formerly known as Ya Boy, has been consistently releasing mixtapes as well as two full length LP's since his 2005 debut album Rookie of the Year, which featured elements of the west coast's hyphy movement that included artists like E-40, The Pack, and Mac Dre. His latest mixtape, Road to Rocka, is available as a free download and the rapper is expected to release a self-titled studio album in the near future. The West coast MC will perform at the Waiting Room tonight along with local rappers Chae Hawk and Ando, hosted by Team Radio. Rocka has somewhat of a Buffalo connection as his cousin is Buffalo Bills receiver Stevie Johnson. 

Be sure to arrive early enough to catch one of our city's hardest working MC's in Chae Hawk, whose album Dance Party for the Heavy Hearted, is a progressive blend of electronic production and skilled lyricism and one of the most unique hip hop releases in recent memory. Also opening tonight's show is local rapper Joe Ando, who has an ear for a memorable hook and killer flow judging by the single "Want That." Doors open tonight at 9pm for a 10pm show. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. The event is 18+.