By Matt Kiernan

Underground rappers K’naan and Wale will be co-headlining a concert at Toad’s Place this Friday for a night of rap performances that are alternative in their beats and vocal styles.

K’naan’s songs provide an interesting twist to their beats, using sounds from his national heritage of Somalia. Both artists take a turn into discussing politics in their lyrics, as well as everyday life.

K’naan released his second album Troubadour in 2009, with the album featuring artists such as Mos Def and Damian Marley.

Wale released his debut album Attention Deficit in 2009 as well, containing the first single, “Chillin,” which was supported by the appearance of Lady Gaga. At its highest popularity it reached 99 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Both artists worked together on the track “Um’Ricka,” off the Wale mixtape Back to the Feature.

Opening acts John Forte and Tabi Bonney will be warming up the crowd with their equally significant styles of underground rap.

K’naan and Wale will be touring together on their Trophey Tour throughout the east coast and midwest, ending in Columbus, OH.

The doors open at 8:00 p.m. with the show starting at 9:00 p.m. Tickets will be running $20 in advance and $25 the day of the show.