If you live in Philly and haven’t heard of the name Black Thought yet, then you must be living under a rock. The politically charged emcee and co-founder of the legendary hip hop group The Roots has rocked the foundation of the music industry with his complex lyrical content and intense live performances. Tonight you not only have the chance to see him roll solo inside an intimate setting at The Blockley, you also have a chance to contribute to a good cause in Let’s Move Philadelphia for Children. Branched off from Michelle Obama’s Lets Move initiative, this party with a purpose strives to support programs that promote healthy choices for black females by providing funding and resources to local Philadelphia youth organizations. So you can feel a little better about yourself as you listen to the funked out freestyle mastery. And hopefully members of the Money Making Jam Boys will be down for a good cause and a good time that will be amped up by one of the most recognized club DJs, Rich Medina. For close to 20 years, he has been taking people on a sonic journey using afrobeat, house, funk, and more. So tonight he is sure to be in his element to get yo asses on the floor! The Blockley, 3801 Chestnut St., 10pm, $20 adv/$25 door, 21+ – Bill McThrill