LL Cool J, with the Roots, DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Z-Trip, Queen Latifah, Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, DMC, Monie Love and Treach (at TD Garden)

Boston.com: With a powerhouse lineup and stunning special guests, LL Cool J brought hip-hop heaven to Boston

Life is good Festival, featuring Jack Johnson, Hall & Oates, Amos Lee, The Roots, Dawes and Good Old War (at Prowse Farm)

Boston Globe: At Life is good Festival, good vibes, some glitches

The Roots, with Talib Kweli and the Pharcyde (at Avalon)

Boston Globe: Roots demonstrate real strength in a sold-out show