Rally and free rap concert in North Philly aims to mobilize young Black voters

Free rap concert and rally in North Philadelphia aims to mobilize young Black voters 02:49

An effort is underway to get young people in the Black community registered to vote ahead of Nov. 5.

BET is scheduled to host its fifth annual Vote Fest at The Met Philadelphia from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday. It’s an unusual event in which people can register to vote and enjoy a free rap concert. BET and CBS News Philadelphia are both owned by Paramount.

Philadelphia’s very own KUR is one of three rappers set to perform. He said he’s excited to be part of something bigger than himself…

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