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Jay-Z playing 9/11 benefit show @ MSG, the first in a series of Absolut-sponsored shows that will air on Fuse

Aug 25, 2009, 3:30pm

Jay-Z @ All Points West 2009 ( more by Tim Griffin ) "ABSOLUT(R) VODKA, the world's most iconic vodka, announces a creative collaboration with Madison Square Garden that will offer music fans an unparalleled series of high-profile concerts at the iconic venue. Showcasing performances ranging from rock-and-roll heavyweights to country crooners, these two legendary brands will work together to bring music lovers of all kinds the ultimate concert experience as only The Garden can offer. To kick off the series, ABSOLUT and Madison Square Garden will host a once-in-a-lifetime benefit show featuring hip-hop [...]

Tags: Music

Bushwick Rooftop Benefit Show for the New School Arrestees Ends Up in "Mini-Riot," Public Nudity, Great Irony Neon Indian on tour, playing free Topman show w/ The Almighty Defenders & Cale Parks during CMJ (2009 dates)Cold Cave playing free NYC show Tues & for $2 in Philly ++ touring w/ Nite Jewel & opening for Psychic TV at LPR Cold Cave playing free NYC show Tues & for $2 in Philly ++ touring w/ Nite Jewel & playing NYC in Feb??Sound Fix's new location is now open! + Photos from the first in-store (with Damon and Naomi)!

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