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Ari Lennox Brings Out J. Cole at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Reopening, Bandshell Renamed for Lena Horne

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Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorNearly two years after the last BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn concert, the series launched again on Saturday night at the weeks-long festival’s longtime home at the bandshell in the borough’s Prospect Park.

As if renaming the bandshell in honor of the great singer-actress-activist Lena Horne weren’t special enough, headliner Ari Lennox brought out superstar rapper J.

Cole for a surprise appearance — which sent the capacity crowd into a frenzy. Other performers at the show included Queens-based reggae/R&B-flavored artists Nesta and Brooklyn rapper Kamau (with a guest spot ace bassist Adeline).Cole made his appearance toward the end of Lennox’s set, performing his verse on her hit “Shea Butter Baby” and showing love to.

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