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Drake Breaks Hiatus With Upcoming EP ‘Scary Hours 3’ & J. Cole Collab Visuals

November 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake has sent shockwaves through the music world with a surprise announcement of his upcoming EP, Scary Hours 3, following his declaration of going on hiatus. The chart-topping artist captivated fans by sharing a dynamic two-minute trailer, teasing its release. The Toronto native has also teamed up with J. Cole and dropped the music video for their collaboration, “First Person Shooter.”

‘Scary Hours 3’

Drake recently previewed his surprise announcement of his new EP titled, Scary Hours 3, after claiming he was going on a hiatus.

SCARY HOURS 3
TONIGHT, MIDNIGHT EST@Drake pic.twitter.com/wXJe1t3vkf

— OVO Sound (@OVOSound) November 16, 2023

Drizzy surprised his fans on Nov. 16 by posting a thrilling two-minute trailer on his Instagram account, hinting at his Scary Hours 3 release, scheduled for Nov. 17. In the trailer, the “IDGAF” rapper boasts about his recent achievements, acknowledging his unwavering confidence in his latest work.

“I’ll say this to you: I feel no need to appease anybody,” he says. “I feel so confident about the body of work that I just dropped that I know I could go and disappear for, whatever, six months, a year, two years. Even though I’m not really, like, into the super lengthy disappearances for the sake of mystery,” Drake said in the trailer.

He also claimed that he made the EP in five days. The response from fans on social media was overwhelming, with users on Twitter (X) expressing their enthusiasm for Drake’s upcoming project.

One user named @GoIdenState commented, “MY GOAT DROPPING BACK TO BACK,” and another user named @erujabidi commented, “This is all we needed..omg.”

It’s All A Blur Tour: Big As The What?

This news comes shortly after Drake’s announcement in October that he planned to take a break from music due to stomach-related health issues. Following the conclusion of his It’s All A Blur Tour, Drake shared the statement with his fans, expressing the need to prioritize his well-being.

However, the unveiling of Scary Hours 3 and the announcement of his tour with J. Cole named It’s All A Blur Tour: Big As The What? cast doubt on Drake’s hiatus claims.

‘First Person Shooter’

Adding to the controversy, Drake and J. Cole dropped the music video for their collaboration, “First Person Shooter.” The video features Drake showcasing his dance moves, including a Michael Jackson-inspired spin and his signature sequined glove.

Meanwhile, Scary Hours 3 marks Drake’s third project since Nov. 2022. The previous projects include the collaborative album Her Loss with Atlanta rapper 21 Savage and his latest album, For All The Dogs.

Drake Ties MJ?

In other news involving Drake, he tied the late music icon Michael Jackson with the most No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 songs by a male solo artist with 13. Social media fans debated whether his accomplishment was equal to Jackson’s due to present-day streaming.

Andre 3000 Returns

In a related story, legendary OutKast member Andre 3000 announced his return to music with a mind-bending debut solo album titled New Blue Sun. The album showcases his versatility as an artist, featuring him playing various instruments, including his iconic flute.

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Drake & J. Cole To Take Over Colleges With ‘Big As The What?’ Tour

November 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake and J. Cole are teaming up to bring their music to college students across the United States with their upcoming joint tour, It’s All A Blur: Big As The What? Tour. College students can prepare for an unforgettable musical experience as the duo takes over nationwide campuses.

New Tour: Big As The What?

Drake and J. Cole are set to embark on their highly anticipated joint tour, It’s All A Blur: Big As The What? Specifically targeting college students.

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The duo has chosen various locations for their performances to connect with their influential fanbase. With the goal of performing for those who have had the most impact on their success, Drizzy and Cole have carefully selected multiple states for their tour, including San Antonio, TX; Denver, CO; Tampa, FL; and Nashville, TN.

The tour will also pay tribute to the communities that played a pivotal role in their early careers.

Surprise, Surprise

Drake, who affectionately refers to Columbus, OH, as his second home, will commemorate the city during the tour, showcasing his appreciation for the fans who have been with him from the beginning.

This gratitude extends to other cities where both artists experienced significant growth and success. In addition to the initial tour schedule, two special dates have been added to the lineup.

Lexington, KY, and Penn State will host performances, although J. Cole won’t be present for the latter. The Big As The What? Tour also marks the start of the “She Knows” rapper’s highly anticipated festival, The Dreamville Festival, which will kick off just two weeks after the joint tour concludes.

Fans can expect back-to-back memorable experiences as both artists bring their distinct styles and energy to the stage.

Drake & J. Cole On The Move

Fans were thrilled as the Canadian rap sensation released his highly anticipated merchandise alongside his latest album, For All The Dogs. However, the prices of the merchandise left some fans questioning their affordability.

In a candid discussion on Lil Yachty’s A Safe Place podcast, J. Cole shared insights into his upcoming album, The Fall Off, and how the success of his previous album influenced his artistic process.

More Tours To Enjoy

With a wave of exciting tours hitting the road, fans across North America and Europe are in for a treat. From Sexyy Red to Rod Wave and many more, the upcoming tours promise to deliver unforgettable shows that music enthusiasts won’t want to miss.

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Drake And J. Cole’s ‘First Person Shooter’ Video Has Fans Asking An Important Question: Why Is Drake Lying About His Height?

November 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake’s For All The Dogs album features the track “Fear Of Heights,” which has taken on new meaning after he dropped the Gibson Hazard-directed video for “First Person Shooter” featuring J. Cole. There’s a lot to unpack here, from Brian Baumgartner reprising his The Office character to Drake and Cole recreating Messi and Ronaldo’s chess-themed Louis Vuitton ad. But eyebrows were raised at one particular graphic around the two-minute mark.

In it, Drake’s height is listed as 6 feet, 2 inches. One quick Google search suggests that Drake is 6-feet tall, and Drake is contradicting himself because he rapped “6’1″, man, a n***a need some leg room” in his More Life track “Sneakin’” featuring 21 Savage.

The discourse is discoursing, with people simply wondering why Drake feels the need to seemingly lie about his height.

Drake really put his height as 6’2 well in that case I’m 5’5!

— Vanessa (@Vannyyy_25) November 15, 2023

Drake is so insecure. Why does he lie about his height for no reason

— AllRapTakes (@AllRapTakes) November 15, 2023

Drake lying about his height just like his favorite player https://t.co/zkx1RqOzbC

— Gledjeb Opeldark (@Kontra402) November 15, 2023

Drake definitely added like 2 inches to his height on the tale of the tape https://t.co/fBJwBkreYZ

— Domincian Badness Sr. (@ThunderHeatup) November 15, 2023

Drake & J. Cole just dropped music video of the year with First Person Shooter wtf pic.twitter.com/wyVTPoSJTR

— Wost (@mosthiphop) November 15, 2023

“First Person Shooter” recently hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, and its chorus spawned the title of Drake and Cole’s newly announced 2024 joint tour, It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? The Cash App presale is underway and will last until Thursday, November 16, at 10 p.m. local time. The general public sale is scheduled for Friday, November 17, at 11 a.m. local time.

Watch the “First Person Shooter” video above.

Drake & J. Cole Release Video for “First Person Shooter” Collab

November 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Big as the what?

J. Cole’s Manager on Lack of Big Cities for Joint Tour with Drake: ‘Back to Markets We Use to Grind Through’

November 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake Announces 2024 U.S. 'It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?' with Special Guest J. Cole

Drake and J. Cole are getting ready to hit the road together as an extension of the It’s All a Blur tour. Subtitled, “Big As the What?” a nod to the “First Person Shooter” single, the two will begin the run in Denver.

What’s odd about the dates, the tour won’t touch Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago or even some Drake’s favorite spots like Memphis and Houston.

Responding to a fan, Cole’s manager and close friend Ibrahim “IB” Hamad revealed that this isn’t a major city run.

“The run is for the secondary market we don’t get to go to as much and do shows like how we use to,” Ib wrote.

In a separate tweet, he wrote: “Gotta pull back up to some of those markets we use to grind through on the come up. Can’t wait to see those cities again, been a minute.”

I feel your pain but this is not a major city run, the run is for the secondary market we don’t get to go to as much and do shows like how we use to. All Love to DC though . https://t.co/AzJIfx5cv3

— Ibrahim H. (@KingOfQueenz) November 14, 2023

Gotta pull back up to some of those markets we use to grind through on the come up. Can’t wait to see those cities again, been a minute. https://t.co/9J4It4IMFo

— Ibrahim H. (@KingOfQueenz) November 13, 2023

Drake is set to embark on his 2024 U.S. It’s All A Blur Tour – Big As The What? presented by Cash App and Visa, featuring Grammy-winning producer J. Cole on various dates. Produced by Live Nation, the tour starts with two shows in Denver on January 18 and 19, followed by stops in cities like Oklahoma City, New Orleans, Nashville, and more, concluding in Birmingham on March 27.

Following the success of his 2023 It’s All A Blur Tour with 50 sold-out shows, Drake’s latest tour accompanies the release of his eighth studio album, “For All The Dogs.” Cash App Cardholders can access an exclusive presale starting Nov. 15, with general sales beginning Nov. 17 at 11 am local time on drakerelated.com. This tour promises an unforgettable experience for fans, building on Drake’s legacy of chart-topping success and dynamic live performances.

DRAKE ‘IT’S ALL A BLUR TOUR – BIG AS THE WHAT?’ 2024 TOUR DATES:

Thu Jan 18 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena +

Fri Jan 19 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

Mon Jan 22 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

Thu Jan 25 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center

Mon Jan 29 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center +

Tue Jan 30 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center

Fri Feb 02 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

Wed Feb 07 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena +

Thu Feb 08 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena +

Mon Feb 12 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center

Fri Feb 16 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

Tue Feb 20 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center +

Wed Feb 21 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center

Sat Feb 24 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Tue Feb 27 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

Sat Mar 02 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

Tue Mar 05 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum

Sun Mar 10 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena

Thu Mar 14 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena ~

Mon Mar 18 – State College, PA – Bryce Jordan Center ~

Sat Mar 23 – Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena ~

Wed Mar 27 – Birmingham, AL – The Legacy Arena at BJCC ~

+ Rescheduled dates

~ Without J. Cole

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Why Isn’t Drake & J. Cole’s Tour Coming To Some Major Cities?

November 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake has been going hard this year. On top of his It’s All A Blur Tour, which he coheadlined with 21 Savage, Drake released his eighth studio album, For All The Dogs. While the album prompted some mixed reactions, fans seemed to love the J. Cole collaboration “First Person Shooter,” which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Next year, Drake will continue the story of It’s All A Blur, with the It’s All A Blur — The Big What? Tour. Over the course of three months, Drake will be joined by J. Cole for the It’s All A Blur — The Big What? Tour beginning in January. However, some fans have expressed disappointment as they aren’t visiting as many major cities as they Drake did for the first go-around of the tour.

Why isn’t Drake & J. Cole’s tour coming to some major cities?

While fans in New Orleans, Denver, and Nashville can look forward to seeing the two rap stars, cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Dallas were noticeably missing from the list of tour dates. While Drake and 21 hit those cities on It’s All A Blur‘s first go around, fans were hoping to see them perform again.

J. Cole’s manager Ibrahim “IB” Hamad took to X (formerly Twitter) today to express sympathy toward fans, and offer an explanation as to why the tour isn’t hitting some major cities.

“I feel your pain but this is not a major city run, the run is for the secondary market we don’t get to go to as much and do shows like how we use to. All Love to DC though,” said IB.

I feel your pain but this is not a major city run, the run is for the secondary market we don’t get to go to as much and do shows like how we use to. All Love to DC though . https://t.co/AzJIfx5cv3

— Ibrahim H. (@KingOfQueenz) November 14, 2023

The news is disappointing, however, understandable.

You can see the full list of tour dates below.

01/18/2024 — Denver, CO @ Ball Arena +
01/19/2024 — Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
01/22/2024 — San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
01/25/2024 — Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Center
01/29/2024 — New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center +
01/30/2024 — New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
02/02/2024 — Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena
02/07/2024 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena +
02/08/2024 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena +
02/12/2024 — St. Louis, MO @ Enterprise Center
02/16/2024 — Pittsburgh, PA @ PPG Paints Arena
02/20/2024 — Columbus, OH @ Schottenstein Center +
02/21/2024 — Columbus, OH @ Schottenstein Center
02/24/2024 — Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
02/27/2024 — Buffalo, NY @ KeyBank Center
03/02/2024 — Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center
03/05/2024 — Memphis, TN @ FedExForum
03/10/2024 — Lexington, KY @ Rupp Arena
03/14/2024 — Belmont Park, NY @ UBS Arena ~
03/18/2024 — State College, PA @ Bryce Jordan Center ~
03/23/2024 — Sunrise, FL @ Amerant Bank Arena ~
03/27/2024 — Birmingham, AL @ The Legacy Arena at BJCC ~

+ Rescheduled dates
~ Without J. Cole

How To Use Cash App To Buy Drake & J. Cole Tickets For The ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’

November 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a relatively short time, Cash App has become one of the most indispensable tools of the 21st century. In addition to letting users send and receive money and pay for goods without credit cards or cash, it’s also now the best way to buy tickets for shows thanks to a special presale for Drake and J. Cole’s upcoming It’s All A Blur — Big As The What Tour. Cash App Cardholders will have access to a special presale on November 15, giving them a chance to secure the coveted tickets before anyone else.

How To Use Cash App To Buy It’s All A Blur Tour Tickets

Starting at 11 am local time on November 15, Cash App Card users can visit the main tour site (drakerelated.com) and enter the first 9 digits of your Cash Card into the passcode box on the event page. Checkout using your Cash App Card, and that’s it. You must use the Cash App Card to take advantage, with a limit of 6 tickets per order. The presale ends at 10 pm on November 16, and only a limited number of tickets will be made available. For more information, you can visit Cash App’s event website here.

What Are Drake And J. Cole’s It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? Tour Dates?

Check out the tour dates below:

+ Rescheduled dates
~ Without J. Cole

J. Cole’s Manager Responds To Fans Pleading For Shows In Bigger Markets

November 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

There have been plenty of truly massive tours this year across all genres of music. Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Travis Scott, and more have been rocking stages all across the globe. Drake is also among those names, but now he is going back for seconds after dropping For All The Dogs. While this would still be a great thing for music fans to have Drizzy go back on tour solo, J. Cole joining him just makes it all the more special.

It was announced just a handful of days ago as the It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? Tour. Drake is going to make up some dates from his first tour according to HipHopDX. Both J. Cole and Drizzy are hitting the road in Denver on January 18. Then, it will end in Birmingham, Alabama in late March. While fans are stoked some are scratching their heads as to why the tour is focused on heading to small cities. Well, Cole’s manager, Ibrahim “IB” Hamad, addressed those questions.

J. Cole’s Manager Expresses Excitement To Go Back To Smaller Markets

Gotta pull back up to some of those markets we use to grind through on the come up. Can’t wait to see those cities again, been a minute. https://t.co/9J4It4IMFo

— Ibrahim H. (@KingOfQueenz) November 13, 2023

In the tweets above, you can see that he wanted to make one thing clear. That focus was to show love to places they performed at when they were getting started. IB replied to one fan asking why there are no Washington D.C. shows. “I feel your pain [laughing emoji] but this is not a major city run.” He continues, “The run is for the secondary market we don’t get to go to as much and do shows like how we use to. All Love to DC though.” Then, he replied to those thanking him for bringing the stars to those who cannot make it to other locations. “Gotta pull back up to some of those markets we use to grind through on the come up. Can’t wait to see those cities again, been a minute.”

What are your initial thoughts on J. Cole’s manager, Ibrahim “IB” Hamad, response to the fans asking about why fans in bigger cities are not getting tour dates? Do you think they are making a mistake by going to smaller cities? Are you going to any of the tour dates? We would like to know what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around J. Cole, as well as everything else going on around the music world.

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Drake & J. Cole’s ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’: Important Info & Details

November 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, Drake and J. Cole announced their joint It’s All A Blur Tour: Big As The What? Named after a line from the duo’s For All The Dogs collaboration “First Person Shooter,” it marks the first time they have toured together, building on the chemistry they’ve built throughout the year with appearances at each other’s concerts. Perhaps after Drake co-headlined Cole’s Dreamville Festival and Cole appeared at Drake’s original It’s All A Blur Tour stop in Toronto to fill in for 21 Savage, it was inevitable that the two frequent collaborators would decide to tour together. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about the tour below.

What Are The Dates For The ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’

The tour kicks off on January 18 in Denver, Colorado, and ends in Birmingham, Alabama on March 27. You can see the full schedule below.

When Do Tickets For ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’ Come Out?

Tickets will go on sale on November 17 at 11 am local time. A two-day presale runs from November 15 at 11 am to November 16 at 10 pm for Cash App Card users.

How To Buy Tickets For The ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’

For more information on the Cash App Card presale, fans can click here. For the general sale, you can check drakerelated.com.

How Much Are Tickets For The ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’

The lowest seats available on Ticketmaster.com are $400 while floor seats are a little under $1000.

Will The ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’ Have An Opener

While no opening acts have been announced yet, Sexyy Red did open the previous tour.

+ Rescheduled dates
~ Without J. Cole

How Much Will Drake & J. Cole’s ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’ Tickets Be?

November 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake fans might be experiencing whiplash this morning, November 13. Drake’s It’s All A Blur Tour with 21 Savage wrapped in early October at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena, but it’s already time to gear up for Round 2. This morning, Drake and J. Cole announced their It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?

Earlier this year, Cole and Drake co-headlined Dreamville Festival, and most recently, Drake’s “First Person Shooter” featuring J. Cole went No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 — becoming Cole’s first-career No. 1 and Drake’s 13th-career No. 1 on the chart. In other words, a joint tour has been bubbling for a while. (Not to mention, the tour’s title is ripped from the “First Person Shooter” chorus.) Below is what we know about the joint 2024 North American tour (so far).

How Much Are Tickets For Drake and J. Cole’s It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? Tour?

This March, fans were displeased to see that tickets to Drake and 21 Savage’s It’s All A Blur Tour were marked as high as $1,000 during the presale. In August, Billboard additionally relayed that last-minute resale tickets could be had for anywhere from $262 to $800 and over $1,000. There’s no reason to believe that It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? tickets won’t be just as (if not more) expensive.

While resale sites like Ticketmaster and Vivid Seats already have tickets listed — a pre-order resale, if you will — we won’t know the official It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? ticket prices until the presale.

When Will Tickets Go On Sale, and How Do I Buy Them?

As per a press release, a presale for Cash App users is set to take place, beginning on Wednesday, November 15, at 11 a.m. local time and ending at Thursday, November 16, at 10 p.m. local time.

Instructions for the Cash App presale can be found here. Then, the general sale will happen here on Friday, November 17, at 11 a.m. local time.

What Are Drake And J. Cole’s It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? Tour Dates?

+ Rescheduled dates
~ Without J. Cole