It’s been a minute since Daveed Diggs exploded into public consciousness as Thomas Jefferson in Hamilton, but get to know him as the frontman for this hip-hop crew. Last year’s Dead Channel Sky had a vigorous sci-fi theme (heads will recognize the title and many references from Neuromancer) with typically rugged beat forays into jungle, boom bap, and techno. It’s Afrofuturism, it's nerdy, it’s nostalgic, and it’s vital. With Open Mike Eagle, a vigorous presence in underground hip-hop for more than 20 years, and noise duo Pedestrian Deposit. An evening for the backpack set, or whatever that looks like in 2026. – Joe Gross
