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Joyner Lucas Announces ‘Not Now I’m Busy’ Headlining Tour

March 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Grammy-nominated rapper Joyner Lucas has unveiled plans for his upcoming Not Now I’m Busy headlining tour, set to kick off on May 11 in Minneapolis at the Uptown Theater. The 24-city trek will feature special appearances from rappers Millyz and Dax.

The tour will include stops in major cities across the United States, such as Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, Atlanta, and Houston, as well as in Toronto, Canada. To cap off the cross-country tour, Joyner will revive Joyner Fest on June 22 at the DCU Center in his hometown of Worcester, Massachusetts.

Joyner Fest, which previously took place in November 2021 at The Palladium, saw a sold-out crowd of 8,000 and served as a platform for Worcester’s emerging artists to showcase their talent.

Tickets for the Not Now I’m Busy tour will be available to the public on Joyner’s website starting Friday, March 8, at 10 a.m. local time. Pre-sale tickets will be offered from Wednesday, March 6, through Thursday, March 7, at 10 p.m. local time.

The tour coincides with the release of Joyner’s highly anticipated sophomore studio album, Not Now I’m Busy, scheduled for March 22. Joyner recently unveiled the album’s artwork, generating further excitement among his fan base.

NOT NOW I’M BUSY – TOUR DATES

May 11 – Minneapolis, MN – Uptown Theater

May 13 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall

May 15 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detorit

May 16 – Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre

May 18 – Cleveland, OH – Agora Theatre and Ballroom

May 19 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia

May 20 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount

May 22 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring

May 24 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz

May 25 – Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works

May 26 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle

May 28 – St Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live

May 30 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center

May 31 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theater

June 1 – Dallas, TX – Gilley’s South Side Ballroom

June 4 – Denver, CO – The Mission Ballroom

June 5 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex

June 7 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre

June 8 – Las Vegas, NV – House of Blues

June 9 – San Diego, CA – SOMA – Mainstage

June 11 – Los Angeles, CA – The Novo

June 12 – San Francisco, CA – The Warfield

June 14 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre

June 22 – Worcester, MA – DCU Center

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Joyner Lucas & Conway The Machine Flex Their Lyrical Muscles On “Sticks & Stones”

March 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Massachusetts rapper Joyner Lucas is a confusing rapper at times. He can truly blow you away with his technical ability. However, there are other instances where he comes across as bland and forgettable. Every artist has moments like that, but it seems that fans hold him to a higher standard. Other reasons for his inconsistencies are because of his projects and their rollouts. ADHD had way too many singles released ahead of it, leading to a fairly boring album listen. The same can be said about Not Now, I’m Busy.

In a lengthy November Instagram post, Joyner revealed that the album was in the works for about two years and was finished five months prior. However, due to the reactions that fans were giving to the singles, Joyner felt it was not a project that fans would enjoy. So, he decided to scrap that record that was expected to drop last year and has been reshaping the tracklist ever since. According to Genius, the songs that are rumored to make the final cut have been trimmed down to six, instead of seven.

Listen To “Sticks & Stones” By Joyner Lucas & Conway The Machine

“Blackout” with Future, and “Devil’s Work 2,” are currently not on the LP. One of the tracks that will take its place is “Sticks & Stones” with Conway the Machine. The song sees the production fit what the Buffalo MC is used to rapping over and Joyner does a solid job fitting in. On top of those changes we just mentioned, Not Now, I’m Busy is getting a brand-new cover art and official release date. The original artwork saw Joyner falling out of the sky with an exploding orange car. This new one has an orange color scheme, but the big change shows Lucas’s face in a bloody close-up. Fans should expect the tape to drop on March 22.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new single, “Sticks & Stones,” by Joyner Lucas and Conway the Machine? Is this the best single from Not Now, I’m Busy, why or why not? What is your favorite element of the song and why? Who had the strongest performance on the track and why? Is this going to be an album of the year contender, or did the hype die out for you? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Joyner Lucas and Conway the Machine. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

I accomplished a bunch of s*** that’s way out of your reach
And I’m still not at my peak, screamin’ on the label, “All of them budgets gotta increase”
My project complete, yeah (This s*** finished)
Look, if it ain’t the Spade, this a bottle of Clicq’
[?] inside of my Greek, you know the model, make a million dollars, repeat (Ooh)
Got that dollar routine (Talk to ’em)

[Via]

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Joyner Lucas Drops His Seventh Track From “Not Now, I’m Busy” With “24 Hours To Live”

October 31, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Joyner Lucas believe it or not is a bit of a controversial figure in rap. Some think he is one of the best lyricists, while others believe he bites off of others. In addition to those divisive opinions, he also sided with his close friend and collaborator, Chris Brown. When the troubled R&B star got into a little back and forth with Tinashe a little bit ago, Joyner defended him. He was tired of all the slander being tossed around the Virginia singer’s name.

People looked at him sideways a little bit for backing someone who has a bad history with women. Not to pile on, but another thing that some hold against Joyner and his music career is how much he shares from his upcoming projects. He did this in 2020 with ADHD and is doing it now with Not Now, I’m Busy. Not too long ago, he put out the seventh single for it with “24 Hours to live.”

Listen To “24 Hours To Live” From Joyner Lucas

The track asks the question about what you would do with your life if you had just one more day on Earth. It is a cool concept, but the way Joyner approaches it is sort of boring and predictable. Someone under his Instagram post about the song summed it up perfectly. “The music, the cadence the video, a lot of this was fire… just one thing…You got a terrible mindset if that’s what you would do for your last 24 hours… Nah… you can do better. Leave a real legacy. A true man, would not consider most of the things you said in this song. Shine brighter bro.”

What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new single from Joyner Lucas, “24 Hours to live?” Is this the best teaser from his upcoming album, Not Now, I’m Busy? Do you think this will be the best album he has ever put out? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Joyner Lucas, as well as all of the hottest song drops.

Quotable Lyrics:

I’ll take every dead beat daddy, put ’em in the ground (Woah)
N****s actin’ like they been around but they in and out (Yeah)
I’ma run a couple hundred miles then I’m givin’ out
Hope to the people at the bottom that can never smile (Woah)
I can feel the clock runnin’ low, any minute now (Woah)
Everything I ever wanted, I’ma go and get it now, n****, now (Grrah, bah, bah)

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Joyner Lucas Drops “24 Hours to Live” from Upcoming Album ‘Not Now, I’m Busy’

October 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist Joyner Lucas has unveiled his latest single, “24 Hours to Live,” a compelling addition to his forthcoming album, Not Now, I’m Busy.

In this track, Joyner Lucas delves into a thought-provoking scenario where he has just one day left to live. Through his lyrics, he paints a vivid picture of what he would do in his final hours, with lines like “take all his sh*t and then steal his identity” and “slap any hater that showed any jealousy.”

As the song progresses, he rides the beat while questioning what others might do in a similar predicament. With his signature style, he asks, “would you go crazy because of it? Kill every n***a you holdin’ a grudge against?.” The track concludes with audio of a doctor delivering the same grim news, only for it to be revealed as a misdiagnosis, injecting a touch of humor.

“24 Hours to Live” is the latest in a series of releases from Joyner, including standout songs like “Seventeen,” “Broski,” “Cut U Off (feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again),” “What’s That?,” and “Devil’s Work Part 2.”

Joyner Lucas’s previous album, “ADHD,” made a significant impact, debuting in the Top-10 of the Billboard 200, earning RIAA gold certification, and sparking vital discussions about mental health while setting a new benchmark for success among independent artists.

You can hear the new release below.

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Joyner Lucas & Will Smith Join Forces For Surprise Joint Album

September 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Joyner Lucas has recently revealed a surprise joint album with none other than Will Smith. The announcement, in celebration of the Hollywood legend’s birthday, promises an exciting musical collaboration between the two artists. A Letter From Lucas To Smith On Monday, September 25, Joyner Lucas took to Instagram to announce a new joint album project […]

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Joyner Lucas Comes To Chris Brown’s Defense Amidst Celebrity Criticism

September 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Joyner Lucas recently took a stand in defense of Chris Brown after singers Tinashe and Selena Gomez publicly expressed their dislike for Brown. Lucas, known for his outspokenness, used his Instagram to clap back at the criticism. The Chris Brown Hate Train On Sunday, September 17, Joyner Lucas stepped forward to support Chris Brown following […]

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Joyner Lucas Pays Homage To Mac Miller On “Seventeen”

September 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Joyner Lucas’ long string of singles continues with another release on September 8. The Worcester Massachusetts rapper recently put out “Seventeen” ahead of his next full-length project, Not Now, I’m Busy. Lucas attempted this same formula for his first album back in 2020, ADHD. For the rollout of that LP, he went on to drop nine singles starting in October 2018. ADHD did not hit streaming until March of 2020. Will he give the same type of treatment for Not Now, I’m Busy? We will have to wait and see because according to HipHopNMore there is no timetable for when we will receive his fifth project.

In the meantime, Joyner is back with his sixth lead single, “Seventeen.” On this cut, he is spitting about his come-up from his rough upbringing. On the first verse, he talks about manifesting his dreams from when he was a kid. He raps, “They never knew that one day all this s*** I be dreamin’ about, I’d be livin’ it (Ayy) / Jump out the window and took the advantage, I know my potential is limitless (Joyner).”

Listen To “Seventeen” From Joyner Lucas

The real selling point of this song is the sample. When the instrumental begins the high-pitched kid vocals might ring a bell to you. They are familiar because they are the ones in Mac Miller’s smash hit “Donald Trump.” Miller passed away five years ago on September 7 and it is fitting that “Seventeen was released just one day after the anniversary of his passing. Lucas shouts out Mac at the beginning saying, “Rest in peace Mac Miller,” while he recreates an opening shot from the “Donald Trump” music video. All in all, it is a solid track that pays its respects to one of the truly special talents in hip-hop history.

What are your initial thoughts on this brand new track, “Seventeen,” by Joyner Lucas? Is this the best single for his next album? Did he do a good job tributing Mac Miller’s hit? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the hottest song releases and all of the latest breaking news around the music world.

Quotable Lyrics:

They be like, “How do you do it?”
I told them, “It’s easy to quit, but it’s harder to try” (Uh-huh)
I do this s*** for the days that a n**** was walkin’, ain’t nobody offered no ride (Yeah, yeah)
I had to fend for myself, ain’t have no one to talk when n***** was talkin’ to God

[Via]

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Joyner Lucas to Celebrate Opening of His New Yogurt Shop with Music Video Shoot

July 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Joyner Lucas Opens Opportunity for Rising Artists to Perform on Each Stop of 'ADHD Tour'

Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist Joyner Lucas is making moves in his hometown with the formal opening of Oh Wow Frozen Yogurt and Smoothies in Northborough, MA. To celebrate the grand opening, Joyner invites all his fans to participate in his upcoming music video, which will be filmed at the shop on Sunday, July 23.

Oh Wow Frozen Yogurt and Smoothies offer a delectable array of flavorful bubble teas, smoothies, lemonades, BOBA, and self-service frozen yogurt, giving customers a delightful treat to beat the summer heat.

This new venture marks Joyner’s latest foray into business after co-founding Tully, a platform designed to empower artists by streamlining the creative music process through digital tools. Joyner and his business partner, Dhruv Joshi, developed tools to support independent music success and are now sharing them with more artists, ensuring they remain in full control of their music career. With guided workflows, structured asset management, templated industry contracts, and publishing and licensing support, Tully provides a comprehensive suite of tools for artists to manage and grow their careers.