The 5th L ... this Friday
The 5th L LIVE! Is what is happening this Friday. And when I say LIVE, I mean LIVE (I know, can’t define a word with the word). This Friday, November 14th 2008 please pick up the Afro newspaper along with the daily B paper and check out articles on The 5th L/ Native Son & The Dri Fish.
Then if you’re not out with us getting LIVE at The 5th L LIVE show, check out The 5th L on BET J’s Lyric Café as part of their 3rd season line up airing this Friday, November 14th, if you miss it check your listings for the next showing that weekend.
YOU ARE GONNA BE ROCKING WITH THE BEST. Native Son and The Dri Fish have an incredible show in store for those who will be with us this Friday, November 14th 2008. Look forward to seeing those who plan on being in the place to be.
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14,2008
THE 5th L LIVE AND UNPLUGGED!
An intimate evening with NATIVE SON AND THE DRI FISH.
Invitation only show, if you happen to read this and want to attend a free show hit me back to rsvp and information.
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