Alicia Keys Announces 'Keys to The Summer Tour'
Join Alicia Keys on a musical journey like no other as she takes her fans on a memorable and captivating experience during her 'Keys to the Summer Tour'. We discuss it here!
Las Vegas, NV, USA: September 23, 2011 - Alicia Keys performs at the inaugural iHeartRadio Music Festival at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
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By: Adonis Armstrong
Alicia Keys announced that she will be going on tour this summer with Keys to the Summer Tour. The tour is set to make 23 stops across North America first stopping in Fort. Lauderdale, Florida and will feature other major cities such as Atlanta, Chicago, Brooklyn, Seattle, and more. The tour will come to a end in Los Angeles, California on August 2nd.
“🗝️☀️I’m about to bring you these NEW VIBRATIONNNSSSS ⚡️⚡️⚡️🌟🌟🌟My first ever 360 tour!!”
KEYS TO THE SUMMER TOUR 🗝️☀️I’m about to bring you these NEW VIBRATIONNNSSSS ⚡️⚡️⚡️🌟🌟🌟My first ever 360 tour!!
— Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) April 18, 2023
Where are you pullin’ up to rock with me? https://t.co/oRA4XTmAL5 pic.twitter.com/KFmGiD6Y8m
Alicia Keys is one of the most talented and influential musicians of our time. With her soulful voice and piano skills, she has captivated audiences around the world for more than two decades. But what's more exciting is that Keys will be performing in 360-degree arenas, a new format that promises to revolutionize the concert-going experience. Unlike traditional concert venues that have a stage at one end and seating on all sides, the 360 arena has seating all around the stage, giving fans a doper experience. This setup will allow Alicia to connect with the audience in a more intimate way, as she can engage with fans from all angles. It’s not for certain which songs she will perform but I believe it’s a performance you will not want to miss.
Tickets will go on sale this Friday, April 21 at A Map To Aliciakeys. You can see the promotional video for the tour and the full run of dates on her instagram.
Alicia Keys - Stay (Official Video) ft. Lucky Daye
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Erykah Badu Announces 'Unfollow Me Tour'
Erykah Badu announces 'Unfollow Me Tour' a Badu summer 2023 tour that starts this June. We discuss it here!
LOS ANGELES - FEB 09: Erykah Badu arrives for the ESSENCE 8th Annual Black Women In Music on February 9, 2017 in Hollywood, CA
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By: Adonis Armstrong
Erykah Badu announced she is going the tour that will kick off this summer with Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def. The tour will start June 11th in San Antonio, Texas and will feature some other major cities including Los Angeles, New York, Las Vegas, Chicago, and more. The tour will come to a close in Dallas, Texas on July 23rd. The tour comes as the 20th-anniversary run of Badu’s third album, Worldwide Underground.
“Badu Summer Tour 2023 … (((UNFOLLOW ME ))) w/ @yasiinbey and other EXTRAORDINARY GUESTS!!!”
It will be interesting to see to who joins the stage with Badu other than Yasiin Bey. I expect the Unfollow Me Tour will not just to be a musical event, it will be a celebration of the culture and creativity that Erykah Badu embodies. Her music and style have influenced generations of artists, and her impact on the music industry will always be remembered.
Tickets will go on sale this Thursday, April 20 at www.unfollowmetour.com. You can see the promotional video for the tour and the full run of dates on her instagram.
Erykah Badu - Window Seat
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Lil Durk Establishes Durk Banks Scholarship In Partnership With Howard University
Chicago rap star Lil Durk is gifting two Chicago students $50,000 towards tuition with the launch of the Durk Banks Scholarship in partnership with Howard University, Amazon, and his non-profit organization, Neighborhood Heroes Foundation. We discuss it here!
Clarkston, Michigan - October 1 2021: Lil Durk on the Voice Of The Hero tour at DTE Music Theater
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By: Omar Cook
Chicago rap star Lil Durk is giving back in a major way to two Chicago students in a new partnership with Howard University, Amazon, and his non-profit organization, Neighborhood Heroes Foundation.
According to Billboard, Durk has launched the Durk Banks Scholarship alongside Amazon Music.
“I’m the voice; this the part they don’t show, I appreciate all the kids who struggling to finish school and needed this blessing ……. #almosthealed @amazonmusic @howard1867 @billboard @rotation”
The scholarship will benefit two incoming freshman as they will receive $50,000 towards their tuition at Howard University. Durk is looking to make a change in his community that is bigger than rap and this scholarship fund is a step forward in changing some deserving students lives in Chicago.
“Change the narrative,” Lil Durk said to Variety. “It’s stuff we never got a chance to do or somebody never did for us. A lot of people don’t do it as far as the music era that we’re in. In my age range, it’s more toward, ‘Let’s go feed them turkeys, let’s go feed them meals.’ My team came together where we turned it up a notch. I wanted to come up with something that was different and impactful.”
Alongside the $50,000 scholarship fund, Durk also donated $250,000 to help Chicago students eligible for Howard’s Graduation Retention Access to Continued Excellence (GRACE) Grant. GRACE is a program that assists students with staying on course to graduation by offering financial assistance.
“For me to boost them up and get them to the next level, it was like a no-brainer,” he stated. “And this scholarship was a super-no-brainer for me. For me and my team, having my own scholarship is like a Grammy.”
Last weekend, Lil Durk headlined Howard University’s Springfest 2023 where he also spent $100,000 on a trip for 20 high school students when they visited the University.
Lil Durk is spreading some love to Chicago’s youth by pushing them to excel in school and stay out the streets. This is major with hopefully more to come from other entertainers.
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Queen Latifah Makes History as First Female Rapper Inducted into Library of Congress
Queen Latifah becomes the first female rapper inducted into the Library of Congress, a significant milestone for hip-hop culture and female representation in the genre. We discuss it here!
LOS ANGELES - JAN 8: Queen Latifah at The People's Choice Awards at the Nokia Theater L.A. Live on January 8, 2014 in Los Angeles, California
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By: Adonis Armstrong
Queen Latifah the pioneering female rapper, actress, and producer, has made history once again becoming the first female rapper to be inducted into the Library of Congress. The Library of Congress is the world's largest library and serves as the research arm of the U.S. Congress. It is responsible for preserving and providing access to cultural heritage materials and is considered the nation's oldest cultural institution.
Latifah was known for her socially conscious lyrics and empowering messages that spoke to women and minorities. She was a trailblazer in the male-dominated rap industry and paved the way for female rappers to come. Her debut album, All Hail the Queen, released in 1989, was a critical and commercial success earning her a Grammy nomination.
The induction of Queen Latifah into the Library of Congress is a significant milestone for female rappers and hip-hop culture. It recognizes the significance of hip-hop as a culture and the impact it has had on America. It also acknowledges the contributions of women in the genre and the need for greater diversity and consideration in culture.
She join iconic recordings added last year like her native tongue companions A Tribe Called Quest’s The Low-End Theory, Wu-Tang Clan’s Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), and Alicia Keys Songs in A Minor.
Queen Latifah's induction is a well deserved honor and a testament to her persevering legacy. She has inspired generations of women and minorities to speak their truth and make their stamp in the world. Her music and message continue to resonate with fans around the world, and her impact on the hip-hop community and American culture as a entirety cannot be exaggerated.
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Lil Baby Announces 'It's Only Us Tour'
Lil Baby announces 'It’s Only Us Tour' a 33 city tour that starts this July. We discuss it here!
Detroit, Michigan- August 23 2023: Lil Baby at Little Caesars Arena
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By: Adonis Armstrong
Lil Baby announced he is going the tour that will kick off this summer. The tour will start July 26th in Houston, Texas and will feature some other major cities including Los Angeles, Detroit, Baltimore, Tampa, and more. The tour will come to a close in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on September 29th.
“It’s Only Us Tour 2023🔥🔥🔥🔥 This Fasho Gone Be A Highlight Of The Summer !!”
Joining Lil Baby on tour will be GloRilla, GLOSS UP, Rylo Rodriguez, Hunxho, and The Kid LAROI. Back in October of 2022, Lil Baby released his third studio LP, It’s Only Me, which stamped him his third number 1 on the Billboard 200 and went platinum.
Tickets will go on sale this Thursday, April 13 at local time. You can see the promotion for the tour and the full run of dates on his instagram.
Lil Baby, Fridayy - Forever (Official Music Video)
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NBA Youngboy Announces 'Don't Try This at Home' Album
NBA YoungBoy announces 'Don’t Try This at Home' album set to release on April 21. We discuss it here!
NBA YoungBoy
Diwang Valdez | Billboard
By: Adonis Armstrong
NBA Youngboy has a whole new run of music ready for his fans. Hitting social media, Youngboy announced his new Don’t Try This At Home album. The album will have 33 tracks and be released on April 21. This will be his second full-length album from YoungBoy and Motown Record following his January release I Rest My Case.
The artwork for the album features the campus of Southern University’s campus in Baton Rouge. YoungBoy can be seen on top the F.G. Clark Activity Center also known as the “Mini Dome." The image draws a comparison to Drake’s album Views back in 2016.
Album: Don’t Try This At Home
— essie and millions ••••••• (@BAEHELPTOP) March 21, 2023
Tracks: 33
Release Date: April 21, 2023 pic.twitter.com/AmA5qRpn38
NBA YoungBoy showcases powerful emotions with a unique style and perspectives in his albums. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to the rapper's music, it will interesting to hear how Don’t Try This at Home will be.
YoungBoy Never Broke Again - Demon Party [Official Music Video]
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Larry June Set Dates For "Larry Market Run Tour"
Larry June announces his massive 47-city 'Larry’s Market Run Tour' that starts this May. We discuss it here!
By: Adonis Armstrong
Larry June will be sliding in Spaceships on the Blade after announcing a massive tour yesterday on March 20th. June posted to his Instagram the poster to his “Larry’s Market Run Tour,” which will be a massive 47-city journey, which is produced by Live Nation. The tour will kick off on May 8th in Minneapolis, Minnesota and will take his Cruise Usa through cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta and many more that will come to a close it out with a hometown show on July 23rd in Oakland, California.
“Larry’s Market Run 2023 Tour! 47 dates across the country starting in May. 🍊 ”
In other news, Larry and The Alchemist are releasing a joint project called The Great Escape that drops on March 31. The duo have already released to singles from the anticipated project, “89 Earthquake” and “60 Days.” June’s last solo release was Spaceships on the Blade in 2022 which received high praise from the Ps.
Presale for the tickets for “Larry Market Run Tour” starts this Wednesday March 22 at larryjune.org/tour at 10am local time. General sale will begin this Friday March 24 at 10am local time.
Since June is planning The Great Escape its only right I leave ya’ll with something P. Tap in below!
Larry June & The Alchemist - 60 Days (Official Video)
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Jury Finds Three Men Guilty In 2018 Murder of Rapper XXXTentacion
Three men were found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2018 death of rapper XXXTentacion. We discuss it here!
XXXTentacion
By: Omar Cook
On Monday, the murder case of rap star XXXtentacion has finally come to a verdict. Three men, Michael Boatwright, 28, Dedrick Williams, 26, and Trayvon Newsome, 24 were found guilty of first-degree murder of XXXtentacion who was shot while being robber of $50,000 as he outside of motorcycle shop in South Florida.
The trio was also convicted of armed robbery by a jury which reach a verdict in less than an hour of day 8 of deliberations. They are set to be sentenced on April 6 by Circuit Judge Michael Usan and they are expected to receive life sentences per Florida law for first-degree murder convictions.
The three new convictions make a total of 4 now as, Robert Allen, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder last year and testified against his co-conspirators. Over thee course of the trial, it was learned that the group was planning to rob random people and happened to run across XXXtentacion. After they noticed who he was, the group proceeded with the attack.
Trayvon Newsome, left, Dedrick Williams and Michael Boatwright all found guilty of first-degree murder of XXXTentacion at the Broward County Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, March 20, 2023. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun-Sentinel)
Surveillance footage showed at least two suspects watching XXXTentacion before carrying on with the murder. Cellphone records also linked the men to the crime as the group took pictures with money they stole.
XXXTentacion was a rising star tackling subjects of depression, and mental health in his music.
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Bryson Tiller Announces "Back and I’m Better Tour" for this Spring
Bryson Tiller announces his "Back and I'm Better Tour," a 25 city tour that will start this spring. We discuss it here!
By: Adonis Armstrong
Bryson Tiller is gearing up for a upcoming tour this spring after a five year drought. Earlier today March 20th, the singer announced he will be headlining his “Back and I’m Better Tour” which consist of 25 city tour produced by Live Nation. The tour will start in May 4, in San Diego, California and will feature some major cities throughout America, including Detroit, Philadelphia, Houston, New Orleans, and Miami. The tour will come to a close in Seattle, Washington on June 12th.
“It’s simple, we back! Taking a trip to the past and giving y’all a glimpse of the future. 5 whole years without touring, Time really does fly… See y’all soon!”
Tiller’s tour poster draws influence from the hit sci-fi classic movie Back to the Future, which was released in 1985.
It’s been five years since Bryson last toured with NAV, “Never Sleep Tour” and I believe this two month tour will draw nice crowds. Bryson has also been working on new music, which will be coming after his 2021 album, A Different Christmas, which earned a spot on the Billboard 200.
Tickets will be made available on March 22 with Live Nation presales. The Back and I’m Better Tour will go on sale to the general public on Friday, March 24, at 10 AM local time on ticketmaster.com.
Since Tiller is back and better it’s only right I end it with his classic single, “Don’t”. Listen below!
Bryson Tiller - Don't (Explicit Version)
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Drake and 21 Savage Set Dates For "It's All A Blur Tour"
Hip-Hop duo Drake and 21 Savage announced dates to their upcoming "It's All A Blur Tour set to kickoff this summer. We discuss it here!
21 Savage and Drake perform at Spelhouse Homecoming Concert) at Morehouse College on Oct. 19, 2022 in Atlanta.
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By: Omar Cook
Hip-Hop superstars Drake and 21 Savage are set to go on tour this summer. On March 13th, the duo announced their “It’s All A Blur Tour” which will consist of 29 performances all over America, including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Houston, and Atlanta. The tour kickoff in Toronto, with a date still yet to be determined, but will begin its U.S. journey on June 16, in New Orleans. The tour will conclude in Glendale, Arizona on September 5th.
IT’S ALL A BLUR TOUR
— OVO Sound (@OVOSound) March 13, 2023
with @Drake & @21savage
Dates now live on https://t.co/HhizEVu5LP click the link in bio for more information and details for your location. pic.twitter.com/ZR0RKuJ5Ul
It’s been five years since Drake’s last tour with the Migos, “Aubrey & the Three Amigos Tour”, and this four month tour will be sure to sell out some arenas. Drake and 21 Savage recently dropped a joint album in November 2022, Her Loss, which went number on the Billboard 200.
The tour is produced by Live Nation and tickets will go on presale Wednesday, March 16. General onsite begins Friday, March 17 on DrakeRelated.com at noon.
The duo recently released a music to their single, “Spin Bout You”. Check it out below!
Drake, 21 Savage - Spin Bout U (Official Music Video)
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Nipsey Hussle Murderer Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison
Eric Holder Jr., who was convicted of murdering rapper Nipsey Hussle received 60 years to life in prison. We discuss it here!
By: Joshua Martin
Eric Holder Jr., the man who was convicted for murdering rapper Nipsey Hussle back in 2019 in front of his Marathon clothing store, was sentenced to 60 years to life in prison.
Eric Holder Jr., left, listens during his sentencing for the murder of Nipsey Hussle in Superior Court. | Brian van der Brug via Los Angeles Times
Holder received 25 years to life on the murder charge, another 25 years to life since a gun was used and an additional 10 years for shooting two other men on that same day, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Ermias Asghedom, Hussle, was gunned down by Holder after a brief conversation between the two. Holder returned minutes later and began opening fire in the parking lot killing Hussle and wounding two other men.
According to reports, the two belonged to the same gang - the Rollin 60s of the Crips, however Nipsey in the later years of his life worked to stop gang violence and broker peace between rival gangs.
“Neighborhood Nip”, as he was affectionately called, often traveled the area without security despite his celebrity status to interact with patrons and fans.
The rapper’s murder at the age of 33 sent shockwaves throughout the hip hop community and the city of Los Angeles. The marathon clothing store where he was killed became a memorial where thousands came from across the world to pay their respects.
The Marathon Clothing Store
The agony still resonates deep within the L.A. community three years after the Grammy Nominated winners death. Herman “Cowboy” Douglas, a friend, expressed those sentiments in this statement.
“Nipsey was my friend, he was like a son, he was like a dad. Our community right now, we lost everything, everything we worked for. One man’s mistake, one man’s action, messed up a whole community.”
Since his death, Hussle’s metaphor for overcoming the struggles of life The Marathon Continues can be seen posted on social media as tributes to the fallen rapper.
Holder’s sentencing closes an ugly chapter in what seems to be a trend in today’s society of senseless gun violence.
In 2022, Hussle was honored by receiving his star on the Hollywood Walk of fame cementing his status as a hometown hero.
His girlfriend Lauren London addressed the crowd honoring Hussle.
Lauren London speaking at Nipsey Hussle Walk of Fame ceremony
“I think I speak for the entire city of LA when I say that we’ve always known that Hussle was destined for greatness. Nip would’ve been honored by this moment. So whenever you’re in the City of Angels, and you see this star, I hope that it encourages you to break away from whatever might be holding you back, and for you to run your marathon until God says that it’s finished.”
With that being said… #TheMarathonContinues 🏁🏁
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