Akrobatik is a veteran hip-hop artist from Dorchester, Boston, known for his sharp lyricism, commanding voice, and socially conscious rhymes.
Rapper’s Delight is RJR’s Monthly Hip-Hop showcase with headliners and cypher.
A mainstay in Boston’s underground rap scene since the late '90s, Akrobatik first broke through with the 1998 single “Ruff Enough,” followed by underground favorites like “Internet MCs” and “Say Yes Say Word.”
Akrobatik gained wider recognition as a member of The Perceptionists, a trio alongside Mr. Lif and DJ Fakts One. Their critically acclaimed 2005 album Black Dialogue solidified his place as a thought-provoking lyricist with a dynamic stage presence.
In 2003, Akrobatik released his debut solo album Balance, which climbed to No. 4 on CMJ’s Hip-Hop chart and showcased his lyrical versatility and depth. His follow-up, Absolute Value (2008), dropped under Fat Beats Records and was praised by outlets like AllMusic, HipHopDX, and PopMatters for its intelligent songwriting and strong collaborations.
Beyond albums, his music has found its way into pop culture through appearances in HBO’s The Wire, ESPN’s Playmakers, and video games like NBA Live ‘06, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, and UFC. His work blends classic boom-bap influences with modern-day consciousness, making him both a nostalgic and relevant voice in hip-hop.
In 2011, Akrobatik faced a life-threatening health scare when he suffered a ruptured heart valve. He underwent emergency surgery and made a full recovery — a journey that shaped the themes of his 2014 album Built to Last, which Spin named one of the year’s best hip-hop albums.
Akrobatik's energetic live performances inspire both old-school hip-hop heads and new listeners with music that balances raw talent, resilience, and purpose.
Rapper's Delight Showcase: 7-9pm
Are you a rapper or lyricist? Ram Jam Records presents to you Rapper's Delight - a hiphop showcase sponsored by Havana Club! An opportunity for any artist to perform on stage and for the audience to catch diverse talent from all over.
Previous nights have attracted everything from spoken word to beat boxing.
To get involved email
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Each slot is 10 mins of stage time and running order is chosen at random for fairness.
For showcase slots contact contact:
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Please note our format has now changed, open mic slots will not need to buy tickets but audience will.
LATE BAR + cipher till midnight.
Drinks Deals from Havana Club 7pm- 9pm
Previous nights have attracted everything from spoken word to beat boxing. Bring your tracks on a USB or a phone with an aux, musicians welcome.
If you are an artist/ producer say hi:
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