rssMar 2, 2026, 17:49

Wu-Tang rappers are back in Amsterdam: "What was that one coffeeshop called, De Dampkring?"

Members of the Wu-Tang Clan, including Ghostface Killah and Street Life, held a signing session at the Concerto record store in Amsterdam ahead of their concert at the Ziggo Dome. The rappers met with fans and discussed their experiences in the city as part of their "The Final Chamber" tour, which is expected to be their last. During the visit, they reflected on Amsterdam's unique culture, citing its bike-friendly streets and well-known coffeeshops.

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