Now that 21 Savage has wrapped up his homecoming concerts overseas, the Atlanta (by way of London) rapper turns his sights a little closer to home for his first headlining tour in over five years — which is fitting, considering his new album is called American Dream. The American Dream tour will start in May and be supported by fellow A-Town MC JID, as well as Nardo Wick, and Savage’s artist 21 Lil Harold.
You can buy tickets for 21’s tour beginning February 28 at 10 am local time if you’re signed up for artist updates. If not, general ticket sales for the tour start March 1. You can find more info at Live Nation. Check out the full list of dates below.
21 Savage 2024 Tour Dates: American Dream Tour
05/01 — Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena
05/03 — Auburn, WA @ White River Amphitheatre
05/05 — Ridgefield, WA @ RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
05/07 — Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
05/09 — Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord
05/11 — Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
05/12 — Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
05/14 — Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
05/15 — Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
05/16 — Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
05/18 — Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
05/19 — St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
05/21 — Chicago, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
05/22 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
05/23 — Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
05/25 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
05/28 — Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
05/29 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
05/31 — Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
06/01 — Hartford, CT @ Xfinity Theatre
06/02 — Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
06/04 — Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
06/05 — Simpsonville, SC @ CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
06/06 — Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
06/08 — New York, NY @ Governors Ball Music Festival*
06/09 — Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
06/11 — Birmingham, AL @ Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
06/13 — West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
06/14 — Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds
06/15 — Atlanta, GA @ Lakewood Amphitheatre
21 Savage announced today (February 27) that he’s going on a tour in support of American Dream later this year. The tour, which will be his first solo trek of North America in five years, starts in a couple months. Ahead of then, here’s what to know about buying tickets.
How To Buy Tickets For 21 Savage’s American Dream Tour
General ticket sales start on March 1 at 10 a.m. local time, via Live Nation. Before that, there will be an artist presale, beginning February 28 at 10 a.m. local time.
21 Savage 2024 Tour Dates: American Dream Tour
05/01 — Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena
05/03 — Auburn, WA @ White River Amphitheatre
05/05 — Ridgefield, WA @ RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
05/07 — Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
05/09 — Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord
05/11 — Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
05/12 — Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
05/14 — Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
05/15 — Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
05/16 — Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
05/18 — Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
05/19 — St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
05/21 — Chicago, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
05/22 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
05/23 — Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
05/25 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
05/28 — Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
05/29 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
05/31 — Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
06/01 — Hartford, CT @ Xfinity Theatre
06/02 — Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
06/04 — Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
06/05 — Simpsonville, SC @ CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
06/06 — Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
06/08 — New York, NY @ Governors Ball Music Festival
06/09 — Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
06/11 — Birmingham, AL @ Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
06/13 — West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
06/14 — Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds
06/15 — Atlanta, GA @ Lakewood Amphitheatre
2024 is clearly 21 Savage’s year, and he just gave fans another reason as to why it’s his for the taking. Moreover, he just announced The American Dream tour in North America in support of his new album of the same title, running from all of May to mid-June. Not only that, but the Slaughter Gang rapper will hit the stage along with fellow ATLiens JID and 21 Lil Harold, as well as Jacksonville’s own Nardo Wick. If you’re interested in going, it will kick off on May 1 in Vancouver and will wrap up with a hometown show in Atlanta on June 15. Furthermore, the presale goes live on Thursday (February 29) at an unspecified time, with the password “DREAMTOUR” getting you access.
In addition to all the hype surrounding 21 Savage’s american dream, this also completes a full promo rollout for the big release. For example, he recently performed on Saturday Night Live with special guests, which is a much more controlled performance environment. As such, fans are more excited to see the London native in a full tour setting again, just like his recent It’s All A Blur run with Drake. Speaking of the U.K., fans wonder whether The American Dream tour will include a European leg.
Of course, 21 Savage already had his homecoming show there following his immigration struggles and citizenship status. But a lot of other places want to hear what he can bring to a full arena, especially with this new album’s material in mind. Tracks like “née-nah,” “redrum,” and “dangerous” would absolutely pop off in the pits, and the “out for the night” MC has the backing and status to warrant some impressive visuals and set-ups. This isn’t even accounting for the skill, energy, and complete rap performance package that JID, Nardo Wick, and 21 Lil Harold will provide.
Meanwhile, the 31-year-old also found some extra promo for his moves in an unexpected place. Still, a gambling scam scandal with streamer Adin Ross was something he probably did not expect to shock as much as it did. Regardless, it doesn’t make excitement for this tour any less palpable. For more news and the latest updates on 21 Savage, check back in with HNHH.
21 Savage has spent some time touring with Drake lately, but now he’s getting ready to head out on his own: Today (February 27), the rapper announced he’s going on a tour in support of his album American Dream. The trek will be his first solo tour of North America in half a decade.
The shows start with a May 1 performance in Vancouver and will run until mid-June, with a concert in Savage’s hometown of Atlanta on June 15. The tour will feature support from JID, Nardo Wick, and 21 Lil Harold.
General ticket sales for the tour start March 1 at 10 a.m. local time, via Live Nation. There will also be an artist presale beginning February 28 at 10 a.m. local time.
Check out the full list of dates below.
21 Savage 2024 Tour Dates: American Dream Tour
05/01 — Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena
05/03 — Auburn, WA @ White River Amphitheatre
05/05 — Ridgefield, WA @ RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
05/07 — Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
05/09 — Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord
05/11 — Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
05/12 — Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
05/14 — Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
05/15 — Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
05/16 — Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
05/18 — Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
05/19 — St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
05/21 — Chicago, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
05/22 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
05/23 — Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center
05/25 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
05/28 — Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
05/29 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
05/31 — Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
06/01 — Hartford, CT @ Xfinity Theatre
06/02 — Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
06/04 — Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
06/05 — Simpsonville, SC @ CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
06/06 — Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
06/08 — New York, NY @ Governors Ball Music Festival*
06/09 — Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
06/11 — Birmingham, AL @ Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
06/13 — West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
06/14 — Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds
06/15 — Atlanta, GA @ Lakewood Amphitheatre
In his second performance of the night, 21 Savage stepped into his melodic bag on the Saturday Night Live stage. Still riding the high of his latest album, American Dream, 21 gave us a double dose of fan favorites.
He opened his second set with “Should’ve Wore A Bonnet.” Standing in front of a large window, the beautiful views of the New York City night sky added to the charm of the rhythmic rap and R&B crossover track. At the song’s chorus, 21’s collaborator Brent Faiyaz made a brief appearance, matching 21’s energy.
The music then transitions to another hit from the album — the Summer Walker collaboration, “Prove It.” The light in the room dims slightly, adding to the song’s intimate mood. Walker herself makes an appearance, nearly stealing the show in a two-piece red ensemble.
Walker has long been open about her anxiety and why she often does not look forward to live performances, however, the two appeared to have good musical chemistry onstage. After all, Walker and 21 have collaborated a total of four times — previously on Jhené Aiko’s “Triggered” remix, a song called “Secret,” and their Usher collaboration, “Good Good.”
21 Savage made a much-anticipated appearance on screen tonight (February 24). No, not in the mythical movie that was said to accompany his American Dream album, but as the captivating musical guest on tonight’s Saturday Night Live. In his first performance, 21 delivered a fire set, featuring “Redrum” from American Dream.
The performance opened with a violinist playing an orchestral intro to the song. Ballet dancers move smoothly about the stage, as 21 emerges front and center. 21 maintains a natural stage presence, displaying his star power as he raps. But the visuals brought back an artistic element that has been missing within the mainstream landscape amid the content and streaming era. If this performance is proof of anything, it’s that 21 Savage is what hip-hop needs right now.
In a piece for Interview, 21 shared that he is having fun playing with fashions for his stage looks.
“Being able to perform is something I am always grateful for, I enjoyed showcasing more fashion looks while I’m on tour,” he said. “I kicked off my tour in Paris at Zenith and wore some looks by brands I like to work with Celine and Prada—I am looking forward to keep building my tour looks with some more amazing designers.”
The MAXIM Casino Royale Experience stole the spotlight during Big Game weekend, hosting a star-studded soirée that left attendees in awe. Celebrities from various fields, including athletes, actors, musicians, reality stars, and models, converged at the event, making it the most sought-after gathering of the weekend.
Among the notable guests were power couple Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly, music icons Chris Brown and T-Pain, and acclaimed actress Gabrielle Union. The red carpet, hosted by Justina Valentine of MTV’s “Wild ‘n Out,” welcomed a lineup of luminaries, including NFL legends Rob Gronkowski and Terrell Owens, along with Super Bowl champions and rising stars of the game.
Entertainment reached new heights with electrifying performances from GRAMMY Award-winning hip-hop artist 21 Savage, rap legend 50 Cent, and EDM favorites like Elderbrook and DJ Shift. The night even saw retired footballer Le’Veon Bell taking the stage for a surprise performance, adding to the excitement.
The event also attracted a slew of other prominent figures, such as Super Bowl champions Victor Cruz and Darrelle Revis, NBA veteran Rudy Gay, and UFC’s Chuck Liddell, among others. With a mix of music, entertainment, and star power, the MAXIM Casino Royale Experience undoubtedly became the highlight of Big Game weekend, leaving guests with unforgettable memories.
One of the greatest business moves artists and rappers can make is owning their masters. This means they control where their music is licensed (in TV, film, and advertisements) and, as a result, reap the financial rewards. Record labels began taking ownership of artist’s masters in the 1950s. During the “golden age of vinyl,” they cornered the market. And yet, to this day, “…a label is still contractually owning the voices of people who spent their whole lives honing their craft and becoming great writers, vocalists, and superstars, ” said Chance the Rapper in an interview with Success. Many of today’s rappers were inspired by trailblazing artists like Ray Charles and Prince, who took control of their legacies by regaining their masters. Here’s a list of rappers who have been wise enough to gain ownership of their masters.
21 Savage
In January 2017, fresh off the enormous success of his EP Savage Mode, 21 leveraged a deal with Epic Records. He has a 70/30 split with the label. “I make more money off my album sales than I do off touring. For a lot of rappers, most of their money comes from touring,” he admitted on the podcast A Million Dollaz Worth of Game.
The American Dream rapper says that his masters serve as generational wealth for his family. However, if the bag is long enough, he has no problem with handing them over. “But…if a m-thaf-cka come and say, ‘Aye…I got a billion for your masters,’ that m-thaf-cka’s gone,” he added.
Kanye West
“My children gonna own my masters…not your children, my children”.
Kanye West is currently without a record label or a music publisher but has made one thing clear: he has no intention of selling his catalog. Just last year, West acquired his masters from the 2013 Yeezy album up to the present. Def Jam owns the copyright to his recordings up to sometime in the mid-2010s and distributed subsequent releases up to last year’s Donda album. But his actual deal with the label ended in 2021. Sony Publishing will continue to administer his work (such as Vultures ) per the terms of the deal for an unspecified time.
Billboard estimated the songs generate $13.25 million inpublishing royalties annually. Sources said West earns $5 million from his share, valuing the catalog at roughly $175 million. In an effort to give artists the same autonomy, Kanye also tweeted in Sept 2020 that he would be giving all of his G.O.O.D. Music artists back the 50 percent share of their masters. He also proposed an eight-point plan that would revolutionize the music industry. Artists and rappers would receive master ownership, short-term deals, an 80/20 split of royalty payments in the artist’s favor, and transparency.
Media mogul Jay-Z demanded control of his Def Jam masters when he became president of the label in 2004. The rapper’s masters would later revert back to him in 2014, with his publishing rights returned to him around the same time in a separate deal with EMI. As of 2021, his music catalog was worth $95 million. In an interview last year with CBS Morning’s with Gayle King, he revealed that he’s not interested in selling his musical repertoire. “I want my kids to see my work and if they decide to sell it, then it’s up to them.”
Chance The Rapper has mentioned many times the huge impact owning his masters has made on his career. In 2016, Chance declined a record deal with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music, opting to stay independent. It paid off because he owns all his recording rights, publishing, and distribution. The rapper, who has a 50/50 royalty split, continues to influence rappers and emphasize being in control of one’s career. In 2022, he even helped iconic singer Anita Baker regain control of her master recordings after she asked fans to stop streaming her music.
Drake
In 2021, Drake received the largest deal in music history from Republic Records and Universal. The $400 million deal included recordings, publishing, merchandise, and visual media projects. Prior to the Scorpion rapper’s historic deal, Michael Jackson held the top spot as having the largest deal in music history. According to reports, $250 million went to his estate in 2010 from Sony Music.
LL Cool J
An OG in the game, LL Cool J has owned his masters for over 20 years. The Queens native has full authority over all 13 of his studio albums on Def Jam. In an interview with Million Dollaz Worth of Game, he revealed that being sampled by rappers like Rick Ross and The Notorious B.I.G. proves his legacy is cemented.
If you follow any hip-hop accounts on Twitter/I’m-Never-Calling-It-“X,” you’ve may have seen a new name pop up in relation to a bunch of popular rappers today. Adin Ross, a streaming star on the platform Kick, has been embroiled in minor scandals involving rappers like 21 Savage and Playboi Carti — particularly ones involving money. So, who is Adin Ross and what’s the deal with rap beef?
Like Kai Cenat, Ross is a streaming personality who has become extremely popular with high-profile rappers — mostly because he’s popular with the audience demographics the most high-profile rappers need to reach to stay high-profile. Unlike his streaming brethren, however, he got his start on Twitch, playing games like NBA 2K, which led to him rubbing shoulders with real-life NBA prospect Bronny James and his NBA All-Star dad.
Naturally, once that happened, he gained followers by the thousands, despite sometimes expressing some questionable views and allegiances. He was eventually banned from Twitch due to hate speech for using slurs, then switched to Kick, where his live chat is reportedly “flooded with racist and antisemitic messages by viewers.”
Ross was confronted by 21 Savage during a recent livestream in which the pair played cards and Ross accused Savage of cheating. The bet purportedly won Savage $250,000 as the rapper was allegedly able to identify face cards thanks to markings on the backs. There was some speculation on social media that the entire incident was faked for attention — entirely possible, given the folks involved — but there were plenty who were A-OK with Savage finessing the streamer, who’s garnered a reputation for platforming hateful figures.
21 savage and his friends brought scratched face cards to play dice with adin ross & won over $120,000 & adin ross folds when he confronts him for cheating pic.twitter.com/p1jqrwOEIl
Late last year, Uproxx called Burna Boy the perfect ambassador for Afrobeats to the rest of the world, especially the United States, after his sold-out arena tour stop in Los Angeles. Tonight, he continued in that role with a medly performance of his songs, “On Form” and “Sittin On Top Of The World” on the 2024 66th Annual Grammy Awards.
Burna was joined in the latter by Brandy, whose song was sampled her 1998 hit “Top Of The World,” and 21 Savage, who performed a laid-back verse in the vein of Mase, who was featured on the original.
The performance — and Burna’s four nominations this year — proved why Burna has held the role since Afrobeats’ breakout stateside, as his magnetism emanted off the stage. Burna’s been one of the genre’s biggest artists for the past seven years after singing to Atlantic Records in the US in 2017 and releasing a string of critically-acclaimed, fan-favorite albums, which includes African Giant, Twice As Tall, Love, Damini, and 2023’s I Told Them….
The latter garnered Burna his four nominations this year: Best Global Music Album; Best African Music Performance for “City Boys”; Best Global Music Performance for “Alone”; and Best Melodic Rap Performance for “Sittin’ On Top Of The World.” Going into tonight’s ceremony Burna held one previous win for Twice As Tall , which took home Best Global Music Album at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards in 2021.
Watch Burna Boy’s performance above and check out Uproxx’s full 2024 Grammy Awards coverage here.
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