I never thought I’d hear myself say that I wish I lived in Chicago. Not that there’s anything wrong with Chicago…I’ve just never said that.

This line-up for Common’s “Common & Friends” concert for his foundation (Common Ground Foundation) is kind of amazing (Pharrell, Will.i.am, Talib Kweli, The Roots). From the CGF website, “The Common Ground Foundation is dedicated to the empowerment and development of urban youth in the United States.” If you’re in Chicago, I can give you 4 or 5 really good reasons to kill two birds with one stone.

Tickets = here.