Frank White Experience w/ Lil Cease Brings a Live Celebration of The Notorious B.I.G. to City Winery Philadelphia
Frank White Experience w/ Lil Cease Brings a Live Celebration of The Notorious B.I.G. to City Winery Philadelphia
Philly hip-hop fans will have the chance to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of one of rap’s greatest icons as Frank White Experience w/ Lil Cease comes to City Winery Philadelphia on Thursday, May 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Timed around the birthday celebration of The Notorious B.I.G., the special performance blends live instrumentation, storytelling, and classic hits into an immersive tribute experience honoring the Brooklyn legend’s enduring impact on music and culture. Tickets are available at citywinery.com/pages/locations/philadelphia
The evening will feature Lil Cease, a founding member of Junior M.A.F.I.A. and one of Biggie’s closest friends and collaborators. Performing alongside The Frank White Experience live band, Lil Cease brings firsthand history and authenticity to the stage, offering audiences a rare connection to one of hip-hop’s most influential eras.
Rather than serving as a traditional tribute act, the show is designed as a full live celebration of Biggie’s catalog and cultural influence. The Frank White Experience recreates the sound and energy of classics from the Notorious B.I.G. discography while elevating the music through live musicianship and instrumentation.
Fans can expect a cross-generational concert experience featuring timeless records, stories from the era, and the energy that helped define 1990s hip-hop culture.
More than just honoring Biggie’s legacy, the performance also highlights Lil Cease’s own role in shaping the sound and movement that changed rap music forever. His presence bridges generations of fans while bringing lived experience and personal connection to the stage.
With national and international touring history, the Frank White Experience has become known for delivering high-energy performances that resonate with longtime hip-hop heads, live music fans, and younger audiences discovering the music for the first time.
The event takes place Thursday, May 28 at 7:30 p.m. at City Winery Philadelphia. Tickets and additional information are available through the venue.
