Dreamville Festival’s return to the south engaged one performer to show his stomping grounds some love. Yesterday (April 6), during his set at the 2024 installment, JID took a moment to tease an upcoming collaboration.
The unnamed track debuted as part of his performance and is set to feature fellow Atlanta native Anycia. With the crowd’s full attention, JID gave them a taste of the coming bars. “You ain’t no killas / Y’all just a bunch of cover girls / All that complimenting n****s sh*t / Leaving a comment, you leave it to me I’d send you to another world with dis sh*t / Magic wand, b*tch the work in my wrist / Magic Johnson, man I’m sick with assist / Bron Bron when I jump in the 6,” he rapped.
Once users online gained wind of the forthcoming record, they began to tag Anycia to verify the news. So, Anycia did just that. On her personal X(formerly Twitter) page, she confirmed she is indeed featured on the unreleased song. “This is not my announcement, but here goes another cool thing I did,” she wrote. “Thank you, brother man.”
It is unclear when the track will hit streaming platforms or if it will be featured on JID’s long-awaited collaborative album, Forever & A Day, with Metro Boomin. So, you will have to wait until more details are shared.
21-year-old Atlanta MC Bktherula recently released her latest full-length LPLVL5 P2. The project serves as one of her most ambitious outings yet following her mixtape LVL5 P1, which she released in February of 2023. In the four years that she has been releasing music professionally, the Warner Music Group signee has amassed over 1 million monthly Spotify listeners, with many surely flocking to LVL5 P2 with joyous anticipation. The album spans 13 tracks disbursed over 31 minutes, and includes a pair of well-placed features from the likes of Cash Cobain and JID. Here’s a brief overview of Bktherula’s latest project, as well as a review of the material therein.
As soon as the album opens, fans can tell that LVL5 P2 is no run-of-the-mill trap outing. On the opening track, aptly titled “Code,” Bktherula offers crackling glitchy synth pads and buzzing bass lines, which make the track feel like you’ve been transported inside a computer to engage in a shoot-out with a malicious virus. BK’s dissonant, sometimes arrhythmic rapping is reminiscent of other abstract artists such as RXK Nephew, and her lyrical content clashes interestingly with the soundscape of the song.
This trend continues through the following few tracks, with outings such as “Nun,” “Tatti,” and “Boi” each focussing on Bktherula exploring themes of self-empowerment and sexual liberation. In these songs, BK raps about stealing women from the less popular people around her and being unable to remain satisfied with one partner, resulting in her frequently hiding her phone and engaging in trysts. These themes continue throughout the album, being frequently referenced through the full run-time.
A Bit Too Repetitive
Unfortunately, Bktherula’s lyrical content sometimes repeats itself, causing some tracks to fade into the background. While the 21-year-old femcee undoubtedly possesses great talent, listeners can only hear someone boast about stealing their girl so many times before it becomes monotonous. Tracks like “Shakin It,” “Wishuwasdacrew,” and “Insane” showcase Bktherula effortlessly gliding on the beat, offering an enjoyable listening experience. However, these tracks fail to explore new lyrical territory on the record, suggesting that merging them into one track while discarding the other two could have been a better approach.
The track “Crayon” sees Bktherula doing her best Playboi Carti impression, which sounds delightful, but makes listeners want to tune in to Whole Lotta Red more than it makes them want to continue listening to LVL5 P2. Likewise, JID steals the show so hard with his lyrically-verbose guest appearance on “Woman” that it inspires listeners to turn the album off and switch to a full-length JID project. “Woman” is easily the stand-out track on the album, with BK providing an excellent vocal performance of her own, despite the fact that she can’t hold a candle to JID’s impeccable rhymes.
Despite the problems with LVL5 P2, Bktherula managed to end the project on a high note, with the thematically focused “Racks Up.” The final track offers a well-written and concise exploration of the themes that plague the entire album, such as infidelity, trust issues, and struggling to find a partner who can adjust to BK’s fast-paced lifestyle of fame, riches, and nationwide tours.
At the end of the day, each track on this record has merit, but Bktherula’s inability to diversify her range of topics on LVL5 P2 makes it a repetitive listen, even with its brief run-time. Your best bet with this album is likely to pick a handful of songs to add to your playlist, rather than running back the full project multiple times.
Last year, the “Prove It” rapper toured the country with his friend and collaborator, Drake, as part of the It’s All a Blur Tour. But for this, go around the globe, he will hold down the headlining position by himself. But across 41 dates, 21 Savage will have ample support from special guests JID, Nardo Wick, and 21 Lil Harold. The number one question for those interested in seeing the show when it arrives in a city near them is, how much is a ticket going to set me back?
Continue below for ticket pricing details, the complete tour schedule, and the official tour poster.
How Much Are Tickets For 21 Savage’s ‘American Dream’ Tour?
According to the price list for his June 1 stop at Xfinity Theatre in Hartford, Connecticut, the highest ticket price is for the Diamond VIP Package, which costs $394.20 per ticket with fees. For the pit standing-room tickets, there are several packages at different rates. The standard pit ticket with unplugged lounge access is $196.25 per ticket. The standard pit ticket with fast lane entry will run you $173.50 per ticket.
The following seating sections, 100 through 300, range from $155.50 to $432.60 (including service fees). There are two price points for sections 400 through 800: $130.81 and $197.40(including service fees). Several venues along 21 Savage’s American Dream Tour have a lawn area. For the spaces that do, fans can purchase tickets. Reserved lawn seating pricing is $67.20 (including service fees).
Similar to the VIP packages, the general lawn area has multiple add-ons. The standard lawn ticket costs $41.30 (including service fees). A lawn ticket and lawn chair bundle are $54.35 (including service fees), a standard ticket and fast lane entry cost $62.20 (including service fees), a lawn ticket and blanket voucher cost $67.20 (including service fees), a standard ticket with unplugged lounge access
costs $82.75. Lastly, a standard lawn ticket and VIP club access cost $142.25.
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 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
Cole Bennett continues to make good on his promise to drop a video for every song on the Lyrical Lemonade compilation album, All Is Yellow. Today (February 22), the prolific video director has shared the video for the album’s opening track, “Fly Away,” which features Sheck Wes, Ski Mask The Slump God, and JID.
In the song’s accompanying video, Ski Mask emerges from Lyrical Lemonade’s signature yellow curtain, sitting upon a yellow throne as he delivers his scorching verse.
The video then cuts to JID, who shines bright in a dark room, putting his lyrical ability and his star power on full display. The rappers are all seen in black suits and yellow ties throughout the visual.
In an interview with Paste, Bennett shared that for the All Is Yellow album, he wanted to tie the videos together using the yellow curtains and accessories.
“It’s gotten to the point where the audience’s eye has now been trained to see a black suit and a yellow tie, without any context beyond that, and know exactly what it means,” said Bennett. “And that’s super exciting to me, to be able to drive home a theme that far.”
Atlanta’s rising star, 21 Lil Harold, is poised for another stellar year. He just unleashed his latest single titled “Sundown.” The rapper, affiliated with Atlanta’s renowned Slaughter Gang, demonstrates an unwavering commitment to expanding his catalog and solidifying his presence in the hip-hop scene. Coming from the same city that birthed rapper JID, signed to Dreamville, 21 Lil Harold is ready to make his mark in the industry. He’s definitely someone to watch as his charismatic nature makes it easy for audiences to get to know him.
JID’s recent TikTok success with the viral track “Surround Sound” (ft. 21 Savage & Baby Tate) has set the stage for Atlanta’s hip-hop scene to shine, and the rising artist is positioning himself to ride this wave of momentum. “Sundown” serves as a testament to 21 Lil Harold’s dedication to consistently evolve his sound and contribute to the hip-hop landscape. Moreover, the single is not only a showcase of his musical prowess but also an assertion of his status as a key player to watch within Atlanta’s hip-hop community and the broader Slaughter Gang collective. He’s making it known that he’s here to stay.
Moreover, with the anticipation around “Sundown,” he aims to captivate audiences with his distinctive style. The artist’s involvement in 21 Savage’s latest album has already generated excitement, adding further momentum to what audiences can expect from the rising star. As the rapper continues to carve his niche in the hip-hop realm, “Sundown” is expected to be a pivotal moment in his career.
Furthermore, the single is not merely a song but a statement of his commitment to growth and a testament to the flourishing hip-hop scene in Atlanta. Fans and enthusiasts alike can look forward to more music from him this year. However, “Sundown” marks the beginning of what promises to be a significant year for 21 Lil Harold. Moreover, keep an eye on this rising talent as he navigates the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, contributing his unique perspective and sound to the genre’s rich tapestry. Let us know what you think of the track on HNHH!
Quotable Lyrics:
[Interlude: 21 Lil Harold] It’s only in the makin’, nigga Just wait ’til your time come, nigga Be patient, nigga ‘Til then, niggas stackin’ money up, nigga Catch up
New Music Fridays is back for the new year with some exciting releases from some of the biggest names in hip-hop. JID has dropped a new freestyle, NLE Choppa brought in his aunt for a new single and Playboi Carti returns with help from Travis Scott and more.
JID – ‘30 Freestyle’
Dreamville and Atlanta rapper JID impresses fans with his latest freestyle titled, “30 Freestyle.”
Produced by Conductor Williams, the two-minute track showcases JID’s impeccable lyrical skills over Williams’ boom-bap-inspired beat. The freestyle establishes JID as a force to be reckoned with in the hip-hop scene, captivating listeners with his unique flow and wordplay.
Memphis rapper NLE Choppa adds a personal touch to his new single “Auntie Living Room.”
The “Shotta Flow” rapper brings in his aunt to sing the chorus of the song, adding an emotional and intimate element to the track. In the accompanying video, NLE Choppa spits his verses in his aunt’s house, creating a genuine and meaningful connection between music and family.
Uncle Murda continued his tradition of wrapping up the year with his annual “Rap Up” series. In this year’s edition, Uncle Murda takes on the events of 2023, delivering witty and biting verses over a sample of Phil Collins‘ hit song “In the Air Tonight.”
The track serves as a platform for Uncle Murda to express his opinions and call out notable figures such as Diddy, Jada Pinkett Smith, Keefe D, Sexyy Red, and more.
Playboi Carti & Travis Scott – ‘Backwoods’
Playboi Carti teams up with Houston rapper Travis Scott for their collaborative track and video, “Backwoods.”
The visual showcases the two rappers performing in a corporate building and beside a luxurious black SUV. The catchy and energetic song highlights their chemistry and further solidifies their positions in the hip-hop industry.
Lil Tecca – ‘Down With Me’
New York rapper Lil Tecca dropped the song and video for “Down With Me.” In the visuals, Tecca alternates between rapping outside next to a luxurious car and engaging with dancing women at a lively house party.
24KGoldn – ‘Good Intentions’
24KGoldn releases “Good Intentions,” delivering a road trip-themed music video. Joined by two friends, 24KGoldn embarks on a journey through San Francisco, combining scenic shots by the beach with motivational lyrics. The track serves as a reminder for listeners to pursue their goals with positive intentions.
Big Hit & The Game
Pasadena rapper Big Hit surprises fans with a joint album alongside Compton rap star The Game, titled Paisley Dreams.
Executive produced by Big Hit’s son, star producer Hit-Boy, the nine-track project features collaborations with Dom Kennedy and Teeflii.
Compton rapper YG teams up with rapper and reality television actress Stunna Girl for their latest single, “Stand Up.” The song samples Ciara’s 2004 hit “Goodies” and features flirtatious and sexual verses from both artists.
SOHH fam, check out these new bangerz and have a great weekend!
JID and Conductor Williams. Yes. The two connected for their first drop of 2024, “30 (Freestyle).” The video for the release comes gazing into a building window where JID gets his flow off, while animated words and facial expressions fill the screen.
““30freestyle” jus put some raps on YouTube to start the year off right!! Thank you @tischristo @conductorwilliams @taneruno for the inspiration.. we gone drop all year and see what happened 1/1/24 hello”
Metro Boomin has big plans for the year, despite having one of his best year’s professionally in 2023. After releasing his second studio album Heroes & Villains in December 2022, he stampeded into 2023 with a parade of releases including the Spider-Verse soundtrack, Young Thug’s album Business Is Business, and even a symphony orchestra. But even with all these accomplishments in his rearview, he looks to remain as busy as ever in 2024, with not just one but three new albums on the way — and maybe even more.
After boasting “2023 was great but just watch what I do 2024” on Twitter, a fan asked how many albums he’ll be dropping in 2024. “3 at the very least,” he replied. And although he didn’t go into detail, hints he shared throughout last year gave us some clue what those albums could be.
Shortly after the release of Heroes & Villains, ASAP Rocky joked that his next album, Don’t Be Dumb, would have so much input from Metro that it should be called Flacko Boomin. Then, a month later, Future suggested that his joint album with Metro would be the “album of the year” — although there’s still no sign of it, almost a full year later. JID also confirmed he and Metro have a joint project in the works, and just before the holidays, Metro said he and Zaytoven are working on a few ideas for a potential project, either with an artist or a compilation of artists.
In 2022, Atlanta-bred Dreamville rapper JID dropped his third album The Forever Story, peaking at No. 12 on the Billboard 200. Since then, he’s seemingly laid low, taking some well-deserved time off after completing the Luv Is 4ever tour with Smino. In May, he announced a joint project with Metro Boomin, then in August, he teased a follow-up to The Forever Story, Forever & A Day.
It looks like he’s ready to kick off his 2024 campaign, as he opened the year with a new freestyle, “30,” dropping a visualizer in which he raps while sitting in a window. The beat is produced by his long-time beatmaking partner Christo, Conductor, and Tane Runo. On New Year’s Day, JID expressed his intent for the year on Twitter, writing, “ima just drop music all year and see what happens.”
It seems mostly like that what will happen is that JID will drop 4ever & A Day sometime this year, finishing up his Metro Booming project sometime after Metro drops his own joint album with Future. Metro said that this project will be his top focus until its release. In the meantime, it seems as though JID will continue dropping these freestyles — and the rap world will be all the better for it.
this not my announcement but here go another cool thing i did. thank u brother man @JIDsv https://t.co/UVTZUOE73a
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(@JIDsv) April 7, 2024
