LL Cool J Concert History

James Todd Smith (born January 14, 1968 in Bay Shore, New York), better known as LL Cool J (Ladies Love Cool James), is a Grammy Award winning American rapper and actor signed to Def Jam. He has released twelve studio albums over his 27 year career, has starred in numerous feature films and currently plays Agent Sam Hanna on the hit show NCIS: Los Angeles.

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May 26, 2012
"Soul Beach Music Festival" / LL Cool J / Z-Trip

Soul Beach Music Festival

Soul Beach Amphitheatre Oranjestad, Aruba
May 23, 2012 –
May 28, 2012
R. Kelly / LL Cool J / Melanie Fiona / Ledisi / DJ Z-Trip

Soul Beach Music Festival 2012

Nikki Beach Amphitheater Oranjestad, Aruba
May 11, 2012
LL Cool J / Z-Trip Marlins Park Miami, Florida, United States
Apr 14, 2012
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 27th Annual Induction Ceremony
Green Day / Jann Wenner / Berry Gordy, Jr. / Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill / Joe Bonamassa / Derek Trucks / Paul Shaffer / John Mellencamp / Donovan / Bette Midler / Sara Bareilles / Ledisi / Steven Van Zandt / The Small Faces/Faces / Mick Hucknall / Chuck D / LL Cool J / Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond / Kid Rock / The Roots / Travie McCoy / Chris Rock / Red Hot Chili Peppers / Robbie Robertson / Smokey Robinson / The Comets / The Famous Flames / The Miracles / The Blue Caps / The Midnighters / Cosimo Matassa / Glyn Johns / Carole King / Darlene Love / George Clinton / Slash / Steven Adler / Duff McKagan / Matt Sorum / Gilby Clarke / Myles Kennedy Show all bands
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Public Hall Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Feb 18, 2012
Power Of Love Gala
"Power Of Love Gala" / Stevie Wonder / Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs / Chris Cornell / Lenny Kravitz / LL Cool J / Common / Snoop Dogg / Slash / President Bill Clinton / Oprah Winfrey / Joe Perry / John Legend / Sammy Hagar / Raphael Saadiq
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MGM Grand Garden Arena, MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Feb 04, 2012
LL Cool J / DJ Z-Trip MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Aug 21, 2010
LL Cool J Global Event Center, WinStar World Casino & Resort Thackerville, Oklahoma, United States
Jul 03, 2010
Essence Music Festival
"Essence Music Festival" / Alicia Keys / Gladys Knight / LL Cool J / Keri Hilson / Laura Izibor / Sam & Ruby / De La Soul / mint condition / Leo Jackson And The Melody Clouds / Joe / Rebirth Brass Band / The Soul Rebels
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Caesars Superdome New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Jul 02, 2010 –
Jul 04, 2010
Essence Music Festival 2010
Alicia Keys / Trey Songz / Mary J. Blige / Earth, Wind & Fire / Keri Hilson / Estelle / Janet Jackson / LL Cool J / De La Soul / Jill Scott / Monica / Joe / War / Charlie Wilson / Raphael Saadiq / Chrisette Michele / Mary Mary / Arrested Development / Melanie Fiona / Mint Condition / Lalah Hathaway / Gladys Knight / Big Sam's Funky Nation Show all bands
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New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Apr 04, 2010
Goo Goo Dolls / LL Cool J / Jake Owen

The Goo Goo Dolls with LL Cool J and Jake Owen at The Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park

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The Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Jan 29, 2010
LL Cool J Key Club West Hollywood, California, United States
Jun 20, 2009
LL Cool J
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Universal Studios Orlando, Florida, United States
Jun 04, 2009
LL Cool J Centennial Concert Hall Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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LL Cool J on Jul 8, 2006 [639-small]

LL Cool J
Jul 8, 2006
 Stateline, Nevada, United States
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LL Cool J on Jul 8, 2006 [638-small]

LL Cool J
Jul 8, 2006
 Stateline, Nevada, United States
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LL Cool J / Bim Skala Bim on Apr 24, 1998 [933-small]

LL Cool J / Bim Skala Bim
Apr 24, 1998
 Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
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LL Cool J / Whodini / Doug E. Fresh / Public Enemy / Stetsasonic on Jul 4, 1987 [584-small]

LL Cool J / Whodini / Doug E. Fresh / Public Enemy / Stetsasonic
Jul 4, 1987
 Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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LL Cool J / Whodini / Doug E. Fresh / Public Enemy / Stetsasonic on Jul 4, 1987 [142-small]

LL Cool J / Whodini / Doug E. Fresh / Public Enemy / Stetsasonic
Jul 4, 1987
 Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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LL Cool J / Whodini / Doug E. Fresh / Public Enemy / Stetsasonic on Jul 4, 1987 [141-small]

LL Cool J / Whodini / Doug E. Fresh / Public Enemy / Stetsasonic
Jul 4, 1987
 Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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LL Cool J on Jul 17, 2006 [139-small]

LL Cool J
Jul 17, 2006
 Denver, Colorado, United States
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R. Kelly / LL Cool J on Apr 5, 1996 [777-small]

R. Kelly / LL Cool J
Apr 5, 1996
 Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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