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  • Destroy Lonely Releases New Single “MONSTER” and Joins The 2026 “Grey Day Tour” Lineup

    Destroy Lonely Releases New Single “MONSTER” and Joins The 2026 “Grey Day Tour” Lineup
    August 22, 2026

    Destroy Lonely is on a stellar run with an exciting schedule ahead of him. The rapper officially dropped his long-awaited track, “MONSTER,” a lead single reportedly foreshadowing his highly anticipated album, “Dead Drop Gorgeous.” The track incorporates Lonely’s signature heavy bass production, combined with a fast lyrical delivery and infectious energy. “MONSTER” comes from a…

  • Isaiah Rashad returns to Charlotte for an iconic sold out performance

    Isaiah Rashad returns to Charlotte for an iconic sold out performance
    August 19, 2026

    Photos by Erick Perez Isaiah Rashad arrived in Charlotte, NC for his “Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip Tour“. The Tennessee native sold out The Fillmore with fans excited to hear the performance. The tour highlights Isaiah’s most recent album release, “IT’S BEEN AWFUL.” Alongside him supporting is Alemeda, a creative young pop-rock singer that is…

  • Freddie Gibbs Performs in Charlotte for The Last Rabbit Tour

    Freddie Gibbs Performs in Charlotte for The Last Rabbit Tour
    July 24, 2026

    Freddie Gibbs lit The Fillmore up with an emphatic performance in Charlotte , NC. Hundreds of fans showed up to see Gibbs’ “The Last Rabbit Tour.” The rapper is known for his relentless musical flow and a technical lyrical ability that grasps the attention of any listener. Charlotte enjoyed a mix of tracks that included…

  • Kali Uchis and Mariah The Scientist arrive in Charlotte North Carolina for her “For The Girls” Tour

    Kali Uchis and Mariah The Scientist arrive in Charlotte North Carolina for her “For The Girls” Tour
    June 12, 2026

    Two of the most heavenly recognized voices in the music industry arrived at Truliant Amphitheater in Charlotte, NC. Kali Uchis took the stage in front of a sold out crowd along with special guest Mariah The Scientist. The stage setup projected 3 large LCD screens showcasing dream-like theatrical visuals. Truliant Amphitheater lit in pink as…

  • Ye performs live for the largest ticketed stadium show in history

    Ye performs live for the largest ticketed stadium show in history
    June 2, 2026

    Ye (formerly Kanye West) drew in a record-breaking 118,000 fans to Atatürk Olympic Stadium for his first ever live performance in Turkey. Regarded as one of the greatest artist of this generation Ye is back as if he never left. Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated “BULLY” album and coming off a sold…

  • Rob49 continues his rise to stardom with new single “How I’m Livin”

    Rob49 continues his rise to stardom with new single “How I’m Livin”
    June 1, 2026

    Following a string of successful records, Rob49 doesn’t seem to be slowing down with his newest released single “How I’m Livin.” A highly unhinged yet energetic track that captivates his raw aggressive lyrical flow. The singles gives us a glimpse into his gritty lifestyle that comes with the unfiltered street life. It delivers a southern…

  • Chance The Rapper returns to perform in North Carolina for the first time in nearly a decade

    Chance The Rapper returns to perform in North Carolina for the first time in nearly a decade
    May 26, 2026

    Chance The Rapper returned to North Carolina for an emphatic performance in Charlotte at the TD Amp Ballantyne. Alongside on tour is Winston-Salem songwriter, TiaCorine. It kicked off his summer series tour celebrating the 10 year anniversary of “Coloring Book,” Chance’s third mixtape project. Starting off the night, he opened with his grammy nominated track…

  • Underground star Nettspend and platinum record star YoungBoy Never Broke Again team up for “masked up”

    Underground star Nettspend and platinum record star YoungBoy Never Broke Again team up for “masked up”
    March 25, 2026

    Nettspend continues to dominate the underground scene with his latest track, “masked up” teaming with one of the biggest names at the center of hip-hop, YoungBoy Never Broke Again. The track is a part of Nettspend’s recent twenty-one record album, “early life crisis” which dropped March 6. The song, a fan favorite, combines Nettspend’s infamous…

  • Redveil On The Rise With The Sankofa Tour

    Redveil On The Rise With The Sankofa Tour
    February 23, 2026

    Redveil is going city to city performing his newest album release, Sanfoka on The Sankofa Tour. A tour giving him his second headlining spotlight to date. The young 21 year-old Maryland artist, real name Marcus Morton, is one of the most promising stars coming up. Sankofa is a music project that blends a soulful, lo-fi,…

  • Gunna’s Wun World Tour is a “Wun of One” Experience

    Gunna’s Wun World Tour is a “Wun of One” Experience
    December 4, 2025

    The Wun World Tour is a highly energetic showcase of Gunna’s chart-toppers with a non-stop two hour performance, a testament to the type of performer Gunna is. The Bojangles Coliseum is no small venue. The line wrapped around the venue before doors even opened with fans eagerly awaiting entrance. You could tell this show was…

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