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Drake Seemingly Teases “No One Likes Us” European Tour In 2024

August 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake really took fans on a trip down memory lane on Tuesday. The rapper dropped off 100 GB’s of old music, rehearsal footage, and documentary footage dating back a decade. It was an unexpected surprise that will likely generate some goodwill for Drizzy in the days to come. The most exciting piece of the drop though, was the implication that the rapper might be going on tour before the year is up. One of the pics on the 100 GB’s drop was of merchandise boxes with the text “Euro 2024” on them. The text above is a nod to Kendrick Lamar’s diss song, “Not Like Us.”

Drake is keenly aware of the importance of a narrative. The rapper built his career on crafting a persona, and now that Kendrick Lamar has effectively beaten him, a rebrand is necessary. The fact that the Euro tour (that may or may not being happening) is branded “No One Likes Us” is Drake attempting to wrestle back the narrative. This isn’t the first time the rapper has made reference to the K. Dot single. He posted a video of a Drake impersonator and quoted the lyrics: “Sometimes you gotta pop out.” Another piece of evidence to support the Euro tour theory is that Drake has a lot of new music in the works.

Drake Flipped The Title Of K. Dot’s “Not Like Us” Diss

The rapper is reportedly working around the clock on new music. He’s got an album’s worth of songs with Conductor Williams, according to Ebro In the Morning. He also confirmed that he has a joint album with PARTYNEXTDOOR in the works. Drizzy announced the long-anticipated collab during a PND show, and assured fans that they will get to hear it before the end of the year. “Do what you need to do. I know all you girls are outside and when it gets a little chilly,” he told the fans. “A PARTYNEXTDOOR and Drake album will be right there for you…”

PARTYNEXTDOOR bolstered the joint album hype when he revealed that there will be 15 tracks on the final version. The fact that Drake is so eager to get out new music aligns with the desire to go out on tour. The rapper famously assured fans that he will never go long without putting on shows for them. Plus, he’s got a rebrand in mind, and a rollout that with some intentionality behind it. We don’t know what Drake has in store, but we’re excited to find out.

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Travis Scott Vows To Never Return To Hamburg After “Best Show Ever”

July 17, 2024 by newhiphopnews

On July 16, Travis Scott performed at the Barclays Arena in Hamburg, Germany. The European leg of his Circus Maximus tour started in late June and runs through the first week of August. Scott referred to the concert itself as the “best show ever,” also calling the fans “amazing.” However, he followed that up by saying that he’d “never” go back there, as the airport workers were “weird.”

It’s not confirmed what happened to Scott at the airport, but according to an Instagram user, Scott’s concert was supposed to start at 8PM. However, he landed in Hamburg at 8:46. After the concert, Scott reportedly attempted to fly back to London, but the airport was closed. London is a two-hour flight from Prague, which is the next stop on Scott’s tour. Scott’s team then reportedly attempted to leverage his superstardom into getting a flight out of the city. After a conversation, Scott drove away, and the user claims that he yelled that he wasn’t coming back to Hamburg. The person who made the original posts claims to have a video of the situation but, as of writing, has not posted it.

Travis Scott Vows To Never Return To Hamburg

The show was the best show ever
And the fans are amazing

— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) July 16, 2024

BUT I WILL NEVER COME BACK TO HAMBURG. SIMPLY BECAUSE THE AIRPORT PEOPLE ARE JUST WEIRD.

— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) July 16, 2024

Travis Scott’s struggles in Hamburg are the latest example of a rapper who’ve had difficult times in Europe. Earlier this week, Romanian authorities arrested Wiz Khalifa for cannabis possession. Dutch authorities arrested Nicki Minaj on her Pink Friday 2 tour for the same reason. In 2019, A$AP Rocky was found guilty of assault after an incident in Sweden. Scott’s dispute was a minor one, compared to the issues some of his peers have had.

Despite the brief issues, Travis Scott has had a highly successful year. The US leg of his Circus Maximus Tour lasted 39 shows. That run included a performance at SoFi Stadium, the largest crowd Scott has ever performed in front of. The European leg of the tour ends on August 4, the last date for consecutive shows at MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal. However, his last official show of the tour is on September 13, at the Rock in Rio festival in Rio De Janeiro. Hopefully, the rest of Scott’s time in Europe is safe and without additional drama.

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Travis Scott Sells Out Select European Shows In A Single Day

May 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Travis Scott is hitting up various European countries later this year to continue his Circus Maximus tour, and it looks like demand hasn’t slowed down one bit. Moreover, he reportedly sold out stadium shows in Italy, Germany, and England (specifically London) in a single day, yet it’s unclear whether the other dates in countries like the Netherlands, Poland, Belgium, or other U.K. cities are also sold out. Either way, you’d better refresh that tour page quick, because it seems like tickets are selling out fast for these concerts. This continues a lot of Cactus Jack hype these days, including the recently announced Nike Shark-A-Don sneaker.

Furthermore, another Travis Scott promo piece that has fans very excited and ready to sell it out is whatever he’s cooking with Kanye West. They recently appeared in a new Cactus Jack ad centered around their children, and we don’t yet know exactly what they have planned or what they’re going to come out with. Either way, fans are going absolutely wild over the prospect of another collaboration from the “Piss On Your Grave” duo, whether it’s new music, clothes, visual projects, or pretty much anything. For that, we’ll have to wait and see, and who knows; maybe Ye pops out for one of these sold-out dates.

Travis Scott Sells Out Various Europe Shows In A Day

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Elsewhere, Travis Scott is still reckoning with the consequences of the 2021 Astroworld tragedy, and he’s not completely free to go just yet. While he and Live Nation settled nine civil lawsuits over wrongful deaths that the music festival’s crowd crush caused, one remains open. It’s impossible to tell whether or not this will fully go to trial given how complicated and back-and-forth the situation has been thus far. All we can hope for is that the achieved outcome is one that the mourning family feels satisfied or vindicated with, as they are the main people to consider in seeking this accountability.

Meanwhile, Travis Scott’s European leg is building up to be a pretty exciting run of shows that hopefully continue to prove his higher awareness and safety prioritization in the face of these lawsuits and cases. It will still be a long road for him to fully reckon with this tragedy, one that he traveled a lot of already with his 2023 album UTOPIA. With more Cactus Jack content surely coming in 2024, we can only wait and see what’s next. For more news and the latest updates on La Flame, come back to HNHH.

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21 Savage’s First European Tour Looks Epic In Videos Shared By Fans

November 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this month, 21 Savage took off on his first-ever European tour. It came after a long battle to gain his citizenship in the United States so that he was even able to leave the country without running the risk of being denied entry when he returned. He was famously arrested by ICE a few years ago which came as a shock to many fans who had no idea he wasn’t originally born in the United States.

Now his first tour across Europe is finally on the way. He began the trek with a debut show in Paris that received rave reviews from fans hyped for his first performance in the city. Now as he’s made a number of other stop across Europe videos of hyped-up crowds at his performances are circulating online. In videos fans have shared entire stadiums turn up to songs like “Rick Flex” and “Bank Account.” The videos are making the rounds online as fans can’t believe how excited the crowds are getting for 21. Check out some of the videos below.

21 Savage European Tour Gets Rave Reviews

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Last year, 21 Savage released a high-profile collab album with Drake called Her Loss. The project was a smash hit and features some massive hit songs like “Rich Flex” and “Spin Bout U.” Recently, it officially passed Jay-Z and Kanye West’s Watch The Throne to become the most streamed collaborative rap album on all of Spotify.

That came on the back of an impressive showing for the album among the Grammy nominations. It netted four nominations including Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Melodic Rap Performance. Savage also scored yet another nomination though. It was also for Best Melodic Rap Performance for his Burna Boy collab “Sittin’ On Top Of The World.” What do you think of some of the clips from 21 Savage’s European tour? Let us know in the comment section below.

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21 Savage Kicks Off First European Tour With Sold-Out Paris Show

November 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

21 Savage is officially taking his superstar status internationally for the first time. It’s a celebration of his permanent status as a legal resident of the United States, which was announced earlier this year. Savage was famously arrested by ICE in 2019. The move shocked many fans as almost nobody knew at the time that he was originally born in the UK. Now after dealing with his citizenship proceedings for years he’s finally able to tour Europe.

The tour is now officially under way following the first show last night. The show saw 21 Savage making his debut in Paris with a sold out show at Zenith. The night was packed full of guest performers and netted great reviews online from hundreds of fans in attendance. He’s set to play seven more shows in five different countries stretching out until the end of the month. Check out a clip from last night’s Paris show below.

21 Savage’s Europe Tour Is Underway

21 Savage spent the past few months traveling across America with Drake on the “It’s All A Blur” tour. The two teamed up for a collaborative project called Her Loss last year that spawned smash hits like “Rich Flex” and “Spin Bout U.” Now, the album broke a pretty major record. It officially passed Kanye West and Jay-Z’s Watch the Throne to become the most-streamed collaborative rap album on Spotify.

Earlier this month, rumors that have been swirling all year began to re-emerge. Many fans have speculated that 21 Savage and Latto could be dating. The pair collaborated on a song last year and internet sleuths think they can prove they’ve been hanging out. Latto continues to post teases about her mystery man and 21 Savage is the one most fans online have singled out as the most likely. What do you think of 21 Savage making his Paris debut and kicking off his European tour? Let us know in the comment section below.

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The Weeknd Breaks Major European Tour Record

November 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The Weeknd’s “After Hours Till Dawn” tour has been raging on since early last year. He’s completed both and North American and European legs of the tour and is currently making stops in Latin America. He’s set to conclude 2023 by playing a series of dates on a new Oceanic leg of the tour. The singer achieved a number of major milestones along the way, particularly in the European leg. He’s broken various records for attendance and revenue gained at particular stops, highlighted by his breaking the attendance record for London Stadium by drawing over 80,000 spectators.

Now he’s pulled off an even more impressive accomplishment. With the European leg of his tour in the books his total gross was tallied up. When all was said and done he broke the record for the highest-grossing tour by a black artist in the continent’s history. He brought in $158.1 million across 30 shows with over 1.6 million tickets being sold. With many focusing on major tours this year from Taylor Swift, Beyonce, and Drake, it’s worth remembering just how much of a commercial force The Weeknd is. Check out the post announcing the achievement below.

The Weeknd’s Massively Successful European Tour

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The Weeknd is also making a major economic impact almost anywhere he goes on tour. Last month he performed in Colombia and a newspaper there shared an assessment of the show’s effect on the local economy. That included over 1500 jobs which they called “a considerable movement” for the economy there.

Earlier this week The Weeknd teased that he was doing his final feature ever this year. That turned out to be alongside Diddy, 21 Savage, and French Montana. The group teamed up for the song “Another One Of Me” from Diddy’s new album. What do you think of The Weeknd breaking the record for highest-grossing tour by a black artist in European history? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Is 21 Savage Allowed In Canada?

October 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The music industry is full of surprises, and one of the most recent ones involved 21 Savage. Fans were left in awe when Savage took the stage in Canada, especially after the news that he had been barred from entering the country. So, is he allowed in Canada now? Let’s dive into the details.

21 Savage’s Surprise Performance With Drake

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On October 7th, during Drake’s It’s All a Blur Tour at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, the audience was in for a treat. Just a day after being prohibited from entering Canada, 21 Savage made a surprise appearance. Videos from the event showed the OVO Sound leader, Drake, interrupting an introduction to welcome the Without Warning rapper on stage. Subsequently, the crowd erupted in cheers as the two rap giants performed their hit “Rich Flex.”

Immigration Status Resolved

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The reason behind 21 Savage’s previous restrictions from international travel stemmed from his immigration status. Born She’yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, the Atlanta-based rapper had faced challenges due to his immigration status. However, recent developments have brought good news for the artist and his fans.

Permanent U.S. Residency: Savage’s immigration attorney, Charles Kuck, confirmed that the rapper has become a permanent U.S. resident. This status change means that he can now perform internationally without any hindrance.
Statement from the Attorney: Charles Kuck stated that She’yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph had adhered to all immigration laws since his initial detention by ICE. With the termination of his immigration court proceedings, he is now a lawful permanent resident of the United States, granting him the freedom to travel internationally.
Return to the United Kingdom: On October 6th, the rapper shared a video on his Instagram, hinting at his return to the United Kingdom, his birthplace. The video, titled “London I’m Coming Home,” showcased snippets of his childhood memories in London. This return is significant as it marks his first performance in London.

FAQ

Was 21 Savage previously barred from entering Canada?
- Yes, he was previously prohibited from entering Canada.
Why was 21 Savage not allowed to travel internationally?
- His restrictions were due to his immigration status, which has now been resolved.
Is 21 Savage now a permanent U.S. resident?
- Yes, the “a lot” artist has been confirmed as a permanent U.S. resident, allowing him to travel internationally.
Will 21 Savage be performing in London?
- Yes, based on his recent Instagram post, he is set to perform in London, marking his first performance in the city.

In conclusion, 21 Savage’s recent appearance in Canada and the resolution of his immigration status have opened doors for him to perform internationally. Fans can now look forward to more global performances from the rap icon.

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21 Savage Reveals European Tour Dates After Securing Green Card

October 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

For the longest time, 21 Savage could not travel outside of the United States. He didn’t have a green card, and his previous ICE arrest had loomed large over his head. However, with the help of his good pal Drake, the artist has been able to secure travel privileges. He recently went to Canada and subsequently, he will be making his way to London on November 30th for a homecoming show. As it turns out, he plans on doing much more than one show in England.

According to Broadway World, the Her Loss rapper is going to be in Europe for the entire second half of November. Firstly, he will be heading out to France before stopping in Germany, Switzerland, and even the Netherlands. Eventually, he will be in the UK for a few shows before performing at The O2 in London. It is going to be a lot of fun, and you can tell that 21 is excited.

21 Savage On Tour

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 06: 21 Savage attends The 2019 Met Gala Celebrating Camp: Notes on Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/WireImage)

Considering his newfound ability to travel, it only makes sense that he would choose to do a tour like this. It will allow him to connect with the European fans who have been starved of his performances for the better part of a decade. Only time will tell whether or not he chooses to tour in other parts of the globe. Hopefully, he does.

Let us know if you will be purchasing tickets to the tour. They officially go on sale tomorrow. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists.

Tour Dates:

14 November 2023 – Paris, France – Zenith Paris La Villette
16 November 2023 – Dusseldorf, Germany – Mitsubishi Electric HALLE
17 November 2023 – Zurich, Switzerland – THE HALL
19 November 2023 – Berlin, Germany – Max-Schmeling-Halle
21 November 2023 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – AFAS Live
23 November 2023 – Manchester, UK – Depot Mayfield
24 November 2023 – Birmingham, UK – Forum
30 November 2023 – London, UK – The O2

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Jadakiss Tells The Story Of His Worst Show Ever To Dave East

September 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

As a seasoned veteran in the rap game, Jadakiss has a couple of disastrous concert moments in his memory bank. Moreover, he recently shared one of these, which he believes was the worst, to Dave East on HipHopWired’s I Got Questions series. The two New York lyricists spoke on a variety of topics too, ranging from their respective career trajectories and their experiences on the road, which led to this story. Furthermore, Jada explained that this happened during The LOX’s first European tour. To sum his tale up with the moral of the story: when you’re traveling for a long time, always pack extra underwear.

“It was probably our first European tour, late ’90s in London and I ran out of underwear,” Jadakiss told Dave East. “One of my homies from my block here lived in London too. So I’m like, ‘Yo Nerf, I need some boxers for the show. He’s like, ‘Don’t worry I got you.’ We looking and there’s nothing, though. I had a pair of Speedos. I had the worst s**ts ever. It was my worst show ever in life. I felt horrible. These s**ts- there wasn’t even boxer briefs. They was boy shorts- the KD, London Euro joints. No matter what happens, overpack underwear.”

Jadakiss Performing At The HOT 107.9 Birthday Bash

Jadakiss Underwear Worst Show Dave East Hip Hop News — ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 17: Rapper Jadakiss performs onstage during 2023 HOT 107.9’s Birthday Bash at State Farm Arena on June 17, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Hopefully this didn’t happen to the Yonkers MC again, but it’s a small blemish in an illustrious path full of amazing performances. Whether it’s his standout Verzuz appearance, festivals, or just his raw commitment to the art of live hip-hop and freestyling, Jadakiss is always on point on stage. It’s no surprise, then, that for his place in the rap game, the newer generation holds a lot of respect and admiration for him. For example, during a July interview with EBONY, Metro Boomin named the 28-year-old among his dream collabs.

“I have this long list written out of all the people I would love working with,” the star producer remarked. “Working with Nas on Spider-Verse was the first time I got to do something with him. My mom loved him and used to play his songs all the time. So, I used to go out and buy his albums when I was young. But as far as other dream collabs, man, Jadakiss, 50, Snoop. Honestly, I don’t want to keep going because I don’t want to leave anyone out.” For more news and the latest updates on Jadakiss and Dave East, come back to HNHH.

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Travis Barker Leaves Blink-182 Tour Due To Family Matters, Posts Pic Of Prayer Room

September 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Travis Barker shocked blink-182 fans recently when he abruptly departed from the legendary pop-punk group’s European tour. Moreover, the band announced that they had to postpone shows in Dublin, Belfast, and Glasgow due to the drummer’s inability to attend given an “urgent family matter.” Before this came out, though, Barker posted a series of cryptic images of a prayer room. The first picture showed a door with the sign “Prayer Room. All welcome” alongside a picture of a kneeling person. In addition, the 47-year-old also uploaded snapshots of a stained glass window and a “Together we pray” banner.

Furthermore, fans reportedly linked these images to a prayer room at the Glasgow Airport. While it’s unclear what prompted this exit from Travis Barker, we know that he and his wife Kourtney Kardashian are expecting a child soon. Hopefully this emergency isn’t as unfortunate as it sounds, and the artist finds himself in a good place. Page Six, who reported on this story, reached out to the couple’s representatives for comments, of which none have come forward as of writing this article.

Travis Barker Performing At Coachella

Travis Barker Tour Family Emergency Prayer Room — INDIO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 14: Travis Barker of Blink-182 performs at the Sahara Tent during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 14, 2023 in Indio, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Coachella)

Despite this worrisome news, the celebrity pairing is very excited for this new chapter in their life, bringing fans into that process as well. For example, Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian recently learned the baby’s birth gender (spoiler alert: it’s a boy) and shared footage with their followers. Not only that, but apparently their public displays of affection for the cameras are exactly the same when they’re away, further giving credence to the idea that they’re madly in love. Page Six recently interviewed musical collaborator Pardyalone, who spoke on their lovey-dovey antics.

“They’re PDA as f**k,” he remarked. “They will not stop kissing, for real. I’m like, ‘Yo, chill.’ It’s so real. It’s probably more real [than what fans see on TV]. In real life, they really are, like, sucking face all the time. I haven’t really had a chance to talk to Travis but congrats, bro! If you f***ing see this, congrats!” We send our best wishes to the drummer and his family in this time, and hope that things pick back up for them soon. On that note, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Travis Barker.

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