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As summer approaches, many hip-hop lovers are excited to see their favorite artists perform live once again. This year, some of the biggest names in music will be hitting the road for summer 2023. From Queen Bey to Drake, here are five artists you won't want to miss.

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Moneybagg Yo Announces “Larger Than Life” Tour, Featuring Special Guests

Updated By: Kynedei Hobbs (6/9/23 at 5:36 pm)

Moneybagg Yo, who recentlycollaborated with Rap Snacks alongside Lil Durk, took to Instagram to share the exciting news of his upcoming Larger Than Life Tour. The tour, set to kick off on August 3 in Orlando and conclude on September 30 in Memphis, promises to be a memorable experience for fans. 

Special guest appearances from talented rappers like Finesse2Tymes, Sexxy Red, Luh Tyler, Big Boogie, and YTB Fat will join the Memphis rapper. With tickets soon being sold, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing Moneybagg Yo’s captivating performances on his first tour since the successful A Gangsta’s Pain Tour of 2021. 

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Lil Durk Announces “Sorry For the Drought Tour” To Promote Upcoming Album

Lil Durk is set to embark on his highly-anticipated “Sorry For the Drought” Tour in Summer 2023. The tour will coincide with the release of his upcoming album, Almost Healed, scheduled to drop on May 26.

Lil Durk will be joined by a stellar lineup of artists on tour, including rappers Kodak Black, NLE Choppa, and DD Osama. The “Sorry For the Drought” Tour will kick off in Tampa, Florida, on July 28th and conclude in Phoenix, Arizona, on September 7th. 

Presale tickets, available through Live Nation, went on sale on May 17, with general ticket sales starting May 18 at 10 a.m. local time. Prior to the tour announcement, the Chicago rapper made headlines by challenging New York rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine to a high-stakes boxing match with a staggering prize of $50 million.

Additionally, in an ongoing feud that spanned several years, NBA YoungBoy also aimed Lil Durk with a diss track.

Killer Mike Announces The High & Holy Tour to Support Upcoming Album “Michael”

Grammy-winning rapper Killer Mike has announced The High & Holy Tour to support his upcoming album, “Michael.” The tour includes 19 stops across the United States. It is set to start on July 10th in Birmingham, AL, and end on Aug. 5th in New Orleans, LA.

Killer Mike, known for his politically charged lyrics and activism, is hitting the road to promote his first solo album since 2012’s “R.A.P. Music.” “Michael” officially goes on sale on Friday, May 5th, 2023, and includes a special fan presale on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. The tour will feature 19 stops, including a performance at the Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago on July 23.

“MICHAEL” promises to provide a holistic introduction to the totality of Michael Render, a lifelong rap fiend who has been seeped in the sounds of multiple eras of southern rap flows, Sunday church service, and barbershop discourse. 

The High & Holy Tour is sure to be a treat for Killer Mike’s fans who have been eagerly awaiting his return to the stage. The tour is expected to start on July 10 in Birmingham, Al. and end on Aug. 5 in New Orleans, La. Fans can look forward to experiencing a show filled with energetic performances of his new and old hits.   

The announcement follows the release of his new single “DON’T LET THE DEVIL (feat EL-P & thankugoodsir).” Other singles include “RUN (ft. Young Thug)” and “TALK’N THAT SHIT!”

Updated By: Chris Samuel (5/2/2023)

Beyoncé – The Renaissance World Tour

Queen Bey will start her tour on May 10th in Stockholm, Sweden, and end on September 27th in New Orleans. The tour promises to celebrate Black culture, fashion, and music. It is set to feature songs from Yonce’s latest album, Renaissance.

Lil Baby – “Its Only Us” Tour

Lil Baby recently took to Twitter to announce the news of his summer tour for 2023, revealing his excitement to perform for his fans in cities across North America. In a clip of him lounging in a pool, the “Yes, Indeed” rapper unveils the full city line-up while also hinting at who could possibly join him such as fellow QC Records label member Gloss Up.

The Atlanta native has become one of the biggest names in hip-hop over the past few years, and fans can’t wait to see him perform live. Fans can expect to hear songs from his latest album It’s Only Me which is Baby’s third No. 1 album.

Erykah Badu – Unfollow Me Tour

Updated By: Nicole Bartley (4/19/23 at 11:31 am)

Grammy-winning artist Erykah Badu has taken to her Instagram to announce her upcoming “Unfollow Me” tour, which will feature fellow artist Yasiin Bey (Mos Def). Tickets officially go on sale on April 20, and the first show will be taking place on June 11 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, TX.

Fans have been eagerly anticipating Badu’s return to the stage since her energetic twerking session with Megan Thee Stallion during a surprise appearance at the Red Rock Amphitheatre in Colorado.

Don Toliver – Thee Love Sick Tour

Houston rapper Don Toliver will embark on his Thee Love Sick Tour on June 18th, starting in Denver, CO, and ending on July 16th in San Francisco, CA. This tour will be a great opportunity to see Don Toliver perform tracks from his latest album, Love Sick.

Drake – It’s All A Blur Tour

Canadian rapper Drake will be taking his “It’s All A Blur” Tour to cities across North America. The tour begins on June 16th in New Orleans and ends on September 5th in Glendale, Arizona. With a string of hit albums and singles under his belt, Drizzy will surely put on an unforgettable show. 

The “Gods Plan” rapper will be headlining with 21 Savage, who recently did a collab album for Her Loss. However, it is still unclear if Drake and 21 can tour internationally due to 21 Savage’s immigration status. 

Drake is rumored to sing many throwback songs from his previous albums.

Bryson Tiller – “Back And I’m Better” Tour

Louisville-born singer Bryson Tiller will be starting his “Back And I’m Better” Tour on May 4th in San Diego, CA, and ending in Seattle, WA. Tiller’s unique blend of R&B and hip-hop has won him legions of fans, and this tour promises to be a showcase of his incredible talent.

Megan Thee Stallion Returns To The Stage

Megan Thee Stallion officially performed for the first time this year.

On Friday, March 31, the March Madness Music Festival AT&T Block Party in Houston was the first time Meg was spotted on stage since the December trial that found Tory Lanez guilty of shooting her.

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Last month, we told you about that Babyface, Anita Baker concert that got caught up in the mess after the “Whip Appeal” artist was reportedly asked not to perform his opening act, citing technical difficulties, so that Baker could still go on during her set time. Well now, the “No One in the World” artist is speaking out about it.

As previously reported by The Root, once the news of Babyface’s non-performance began circulating online, many fans and entertainment industry folks used it as an opportunity to air out their grievances with Baker, alleging that this was just another example of her “diva-like behavior” that she’s been displaying for years.

When one user alleged that she mistreated Maxwell the same way she did Babyface, Baker took to Twitter to silence the noise once and for all.

“Anita Baker needs to stop having Co-headliners if she going to continue to act this way. She did this awhile back with Maxwell,” the user said.

“Dear Sir. My Companies, have No contract for Co-headling concerts. My Corps execute Percentage Agreements, with its Trademark as headliner. I have Never, worked with my friend Maxwell. Your statements, constitute Slander & create libility. abxo,” Baker began.

When another user alleged she subjected the late Luther Vandross to the same treatment back in the day, she responded:

“Mr. Vandross & I were one of the Most Successful R&B/Pop, Sold Out, Arena Concert Tours, of its Time. We Created Joy, Jobs & Commerce for Our Community. As, Successful Business Partners often do? We had disagreements. We also, had Joy. *Balance abxo.”

She later added in subsequent tweets:

When your Trademark/Name & Companies, Create Jobs, Commerce... and, Joy. It deserves, the benefits of Truth and, Protection. I Come, in Peace... Drinking water & Always, minding, My *OWN (synonym) Businesses*. ABX Live Nation, took Full responsibility. I Went on My Stage, at the appropriate time. Did my job without benefit of full production. I have Never, been in Concert, with my Friend Maxwell I *Did, my Job/Lifelong Profession. Your public statements are false Another, Truth?... My company defended & Prevailed against the lawsuit filed, (Not by Babyface, but by his reps. at the time). Kenny, came to me YEARS ago, in the Spirit of Community & WE put It ALL, behind us. & came Together, in Love, Peace, Music & Community & 4giveness.

She concluded: “As Creators, in multi-billion dollar industries?... When, WE decide to put aside our differences. We can Invest our Energies/Light into Creating Jobs, Commerce & Community. Celebrate Each Other. Ok. Auntie, is done. abx.”

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Sonny Rollins with Benny Golson and Thelonious Monk, Harlem, Art Kane, 1958

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Aurora has a new album and I am obsessed. I def did this portrait while listening to "Your blood" on repeat almost the entire time. I'm really thankful I live in a time where headphones are a thing haha

Ah, now I want to draw a bunch of other artists

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