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Week In Rock: The Chronic Edition

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Ben Yakas

Published Apr 23, 2010

Modified Apr 23, 2010

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Snoop Dogg at Brooklyn BowlAt the end of Snoops Dogg's effortlessly enjoyable concert at Brooklyn Bowl last Monday, a little after 4/19 had twisted into 4/20, Snoop told the adoring audience the three things they should do every morning after waking up: "Brush yo teeth, thank God to see another day, and most important, smoke weed motherfuckers!"Snoop Dogg is a consummate performer and entertainer above all else, which was readily apparent every moment of his hour-long set. The setlist was a greatest hits shuffle with a peace-and-party vibe: everything the fans wanted to sing along with, from "Gin and Juice" to "The Next Episode" to "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang" to "Drop It Like It's Hot." (You can see a video of that one below.) It was a night that split down the middle between his two great loves: weed and women. He took a moment of silence at midnight for the turning of 4/20, and dedicated the awesomely-autotuney "Sexual Seduction" to all his ladies.His voice was silky and durable as ever, a low tone that always seemed to click in and submerge seamlessly with the beats. On stage, there was a pleasantly minimal presentation: Snoop front and center, his DJ backing him up, and three of his hype men/entourage/crew coming in and out for cameos and encouragement. The sound was crisp and clear, and graffiti projectors covered the walls with Snoopisms, although it was hard to see clearly at times through all the billows of smoke.After the show, Snoop greeted superfans and scantily-clad women alike in his rented trailer, obliging their requests for photos and fist pounds. He was cordial and welcoming to everyone who showed him love. In between requests, he did little dances on his own, singing along to Stevie Wonder, smiling the whole time.Snoop Dogg-Drop It Like It's Hot from Gothamist on Vimeo.

 

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Published Apr 23, 2010

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Click through to read more about Snoop Dogg in Brooklyn, The Tallest Man on Earth at the Highline Ballroom, and The Thermals at Brooklyn Bowl.

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Special Note: Seeing as how we here at Gothamist love everything National-related, we wanted to pass along this news: to celebrate the release of new album High Violet, the band will take over the vacant space at 13 E 4th St, next to Other Music in downtown Manhattan, the week of the album's release. Dubbed "The High Violet Annex," the space will be the site of National curated events. The Annex will be open: Tue, 5/11 (7PM-9PM) Wed, 5/12 (7PM-9PM) Thu, 5/13 (7PM-9PM) Fri, 5/14 (8PM-10PM) Sat, 5/15 (6PM-8PM).

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