Watch Video - mc chris, Mega Ran, Swell Rell

Thu Jul 9 2026

7:00 PM

Middle East - Upstairs

472 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139

Middle East - Upstairs

472 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139

$36.01

All Ages

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LeaguePodcast & Rock On! Concerts Present: mc chris, special Guest Mega Ran, Swell Rell - All Ages, $20 Advance / $25 Day of Show, 7:00 PM Doors

NO VAPING OR SMOKING IN THE BUILDING

 

 

LeaguePodcast & Rock On Concerts Present:
mc chris, Mega Ran, Swell Rell

  • MC Chris

    Alternative Rap

    It was twenty-five years ago that most fans first came across mc chris when Adult
    Swim premiered September 2 nd , 2001. The first album was free for download on a
    website most OG fans found in the credits of a random Sealab episode. After five
    years of working for Cartoon Network during the day and making mc chris music at
    night, mc took a chance, quit his job and headed out on the road. He found packed
    venues filled with nerdy kids who knew all the words. Twenty years later he’s still at
    it, playing the same venues, singing along with the same kids, who are now in their
    thirties. The only difference is now they’ve either brought their kids or given
    themselves a much-needed night off. This year mc celebrates 25 years in existence
    and a new Marvel inspired album, King in Black.
    mc chris is most widely known for his reoccurring character MC P Pants on Adult
    Swim’s Aqua Teen Hunger Force where he was also an animator and writer. He’s
    been featured in the Aqua Teen movie, the video game and most recently on a
    series of You Tube videos called Aqua Donk Side Pieces. He’s also starred on
    several Adult Swim series including The Brak Show and Sealab 2021. A pioneer of
    the hip hop subgenre Nerdcore, mc chris has worked with Talib Kweli, Andrew WK,
    and Donald Glover. His fans include the likes of Gerard Way, Post Malone and T-
    Pain and he was even sampled by Run the Jewels for the latest Aqua Teen movie
    Plantasm. He’s toured with Reggie and Full Effect, and Ninja Sex Party, performed
    on the Warped Tour and The Gathering of the Juggalos, appeared on a GWAR
    album, and even had his own Honda commercial. You truly never know where he’s
    going to pop up.

    He’s a full-time single father to his son, Tony, and lives in Los Angeles.

  • Mega Ran

    Alternative Rap

    When LA Weekly said that Ran’s “fanbase and niche audiences are growing at a rate not seen since Tech N9ne,” they meant it. A former middle school teacher, Mega Ran (formerly Random) blends education, hip-hop and gaming in amazing new ways, penetrating the farthest reaches of the galaxy with his unique rhyme style and electric performances.

    Ran cut his teeth in the city of Philadelphia as a moonlighting emcee and producer, performing, freestyle rapping, producing and later engineering at a studio. After relocating to Phoenix, competing in the Scribble Jam emcee battle championships and taking an early exit, Ran almost quit before he was even started, when a creative lightning bolt struck, and a fire was lit.

    Video games, comic books and pop culture, all such huge factors in Ran’s upbringing, would begin to seep their way into his musical output, and the results were stunning.
     
    Ran’s music and story have been shared on stages across the world, on television (ABC/NBC News, ESPN, Portlandia, Tosh.O, WWE Wrestling) and on Billboard, where four of his albums have placed on the Top 200 list, including 2021's "Live 95" debuting at #6 on the Hip-Hop Charts. His musical resume boasts collaborations with legends like Del The Funky Homosapien, MURS, Kool Keith, and Young RJ of the group Slum Village.

    Today, Mega Ran is no longer a teacher by title, but maintains a rigorous touring and recording schedule, traveling the world to entertain and educate through the gift of rhyme.

  • Swell Rell

    Underground Rap

    Swell Rell

    Swell Rell is an award-nominated Nerdcore Hip-Hop Rapper. He is known for delivering tracks that stand out in the hip-hop scene by merging nerd culture with classic rap bravado. He celebrates geek pride alongside rhythmic flows, resonating with those at the crossroads of rap and pop culture interests like gaming and comics.

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FAQ:

*WILL CALL CUSTOMERS* - Will Call pick up is located at the Door when doors open, night of show (*NOTE: Will Call never closes), you'll just need to show your I.D.

**PLEASE NOTE: The time listed on the ticket is the time when doors open, not when the performance starts. For up to date set times, check www.twitter.com/MidEastClub or call our Box Office Hotline at 1-617-864-3278 and enter *100 at the prompt.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

NO VAPING OR SMOKING IN THE BUILDING

I understand that my email address will be added to the venue and/or promoter's email update list and I know that I am welcome to unsubscribe at any time.

I understand that VALID I.D. is required for entry for events that are 18+ or 21+ and that if I do not provide a VALID I.D. I will be denied admission.

I understand that for All Ages events VALID I.D. is only required by anyone over 21 who wishes to purchase or consume alcohol, regardless of apparent age - NO EXCEPTIONS.

I understand that if I am over 21 and do not provide valid I.D., I will not be served alcohol.

I understand that anyone who consumes alcohol without having provided proper I.D. or is under 21 will be ejected from the venue without refund.

I understand that, per order of the City of Cambridge, only the following forms of I.D. are considered valid:
* a current US- or Canada-issued driver's license,
* a current Massachusetts liquor I.D.,
* a current US Military I.D., or
* a current Passport.

I understand that student I.D.'s and foreign driver's licenses are NOT considered valid. I understand that if I try to use a student I.D. or foreign driver's license, I will be denied admission.

I realize that this I.D. policy is required by law and not subject to staff discretion.
LeaguePodcast & Rock On Concerts Present:

mc chris, Mega Ran, Swell Rell

Thu Jul 9 2026 7:00 PM

Middle East - Upstairs Cambridge MA

$36.01 All Ages

LeaguePodcast & Rock On! Concerts Present: mc chris, special Guest Mega Ran, Swell Rell - All Ages, $20 Advance / $25 Day of Show, 7:00 PM Doors

NO VAPING OR SMOKING IN THE BUILDING

 

 

It was twenty-five years ago that most fans first came across mc chris when Adult
Swim premiered September 2 nd , 2001. The first album was free for download on a
website most OG fans found in the credits of a random Sealab episode. After five
years of working for Cartoon Network during the day and making mc chris music at
night, mc took a chance, quit his job and headed out on the road. He found packed
venues filled with nerdy kids who knew all the words. Twenty years later he’s still at
it, playing the same venues, singing along with the same kids, who are now in their
thirties. The only difference is now they’ve either brought their kids or given
themselves a much-needed night off. This year mc celebrates 25 years in existence
and a new Marvel inspired album, King in Black.
mc chris is most widely known for his reoccurring character MC P Pants on Adult
Swim’s Aqua Teen Hunger Force where he was also an animator and writer. He’s
been featured in the Aqua Teen movie, the video game and most recently on a
series of You Tube videos called Aqua Donk Side Pieces. He’s also starred on
several Adult Swim series including The Brak Show and Sealab 2021. A pioneer of
the hip hop subgenre Nerdcore, mc chris has worked with Talib Kweli, Andrew WK,
and Donald Glover. His fans include the likes of Gerard Way, Post Malone and T-
Pain and he was even sampled by Run the Jewels for the latest Aqua Teen movie
Plantasm. He’s toured with Reggie and Full Effect, and Ninja Sex Party, performed
on the Warped Tour and The Gathering of the Juggalos, appeared on a GWAR
album, and even had his own Honda commercial. You truly never know where he’s
going to pop up.

He’s a full-time single father to his son, Tony, and lives in Los Angeles.

When LA Weekly said that Ran’s “fanbase and niche audiences are growing at a rate not seen since Tech N9ne,” they meant it. A former middle school teacher, Mega Ran (formerly Random) blends education, hip-hop and gaming in amazing new ways, penetrating the farthest reaches of the galaxy with his unique rhyme style and electric performances.

Ran cut his teeth in the city of Philadelphia as a moonlighting emcee and producer, performing, freestyle rapping, producing and later engineering at a studio. After relocating to Phoenix, competing in the Scribble Jam emcee battle championships and taking an early exit, Ran almost quit before he was even started, when a creative lightning bolt struck, and a fire was lit.

Video games, comic books and pop culture, all such huge factors in Ran’s upbringing, would begin to seep their way into his musical output, and the results were stunning.
 
Ran’s music and story have been shared on stages across the world, on television (ABC/NBC News, ESPN, Portlandia, Tosh.O, WWE Wrestling) and on Billboard, where four of his albums have placed on the Top 200 list, including 2021's "Live 95" debuting at #6 on the Hip-Hop Charts. His musical resume boasts collaborations with legends like Del The Funky Homosapien, MURS, Kool Keith, and Young RJ of the group Slum Village.

Today, Mega Ran is no longer a teacher by title, but maintains a rigorous touring and recording schedule, traveling the world to entertain and educate through the gift of rhyme.
Swell Rell

Swell Rell is an award-nominated Nerdcore Hip-Hop Rapper. He is known for delivering tracks that stand out in the hip-hop scene by merging nerd culture with classic rap bravado. He celebrates geek pride alongside rhythmic flows, resonating with those at the crossroads of rap and pop culture interests like gaming and comics.

Please correct the information below.

Select ticket quantity.

Select Tickets

All Ages
limit 10 per person
GA
Gen Admission | Fees Apply To All Online/Phone Purchases
$36.01 ($25.00 + $11.01 fees)

Delivery Method

eTickets
Will Call

Terms & Conditions

FAQ:

*WILL CALL CUSTOMERS* - Will Call pick up is located at the Door when doors open, night of show (*NOTE: Will Call never closes), you'll just need to show your I.D.

**PLEASE NOTE: The time listed on the ticket is the time when doors open, not when the performance starts. For up to date set times, check www.twitter.com/MidEastClub or call our Box Office Hotline at 1-617-864-3278 and enter *100 at the prompt.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

NO VAPING OR SMOKING IN THE BUILDING

I understand that my email address will be added to the venue and/or promoter's email update list and I know that I am welcome to unsubscribe at any time.

I understand that VALID I.D. is required for entry for events that are 18+ or 21+ and that if I do not provide a VALID I.D. I will be denied admission.

I understand that for All Ages events VALID I.D. is only required by anyone over 21 who wishes to purchase or consume alcohol, regardless of apparent age - NO EXCEPTIONS.

I understand that if I am over 21 and do not provide valid I.D., I will not be served alcohol.

I understand that anyone who consumes alcohol without having provided proper I.D. or is under 21 will be ejected from the venue without refund.

I understand that, per order of the City of Cambridge, only the following forms of I.D. are considered valid:
* a current US- or Canada-issued driver's license,
* a current Massachusetts liquor I.D.,
* a current US Military I.D., or
* a current Passport.

I understand that student I.D.'s and foreign driver's licenses are NOT considered valid. I understand that if I try to use a student I.D. or foreign driver's license, I will be denied admission.

I realize that this I.D. policy is required by law and not subject to staff discretion.