DJ Nu-Mark

Wednesday:
>> Okayafrica brings Cuban culture to Tropicalia in the form of Cuban hip-hop duo, Obsesión. Joining them will be DJs Underdog and Cortega. $5. 7 p.m.

>> A local rapper who’s enjoyed national buzz, Fat Trel is putting on a show at the Howard Theatre in honor of his newest mixtape, SDMG. $17.50-22.50, 8 p.m.

Saturday:
>> The “Close 2 the Edge” party returns to the Black Cat‘s backstage DJ Dredd, Grap Luva, and Quartemaine to celebrate hip-hop’s golden era. $7. 10 p.m.

>> DJ Nu-Mark, of Jurassic 5 fame, makes his way to the Rock and Roll Hotel for a set that will feature the Sol Power All-Stars and Maracuyeah. $15. 10 p.m.

Monday:
>> Native New Yorker and Grammy nominee Emily King will be appearing at the Hamilton for her latest show in D.C. $15-17. 7:30 p.m.

>> Members of the Jet Life crew come through town as a part of the “Redeye” tour. On board for the show at the Howard Theatre will be Young Roddy, Corner Boy P and Fiend. $15-20. 8 p.m.