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Coachella 2024’s Best Performances In Photos

April 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

There’s a notion in business that if you aren’t growing, you are dying. It’s a mentality that feels easy to combat, yet everything we experience regarding capitalism, about startups and the stock market, tells us differently, and it infects every aspect of our lives. You’d think culture would be immune, but Americans treat the arts in a similarly toxic manner, building things up only to tear them back down. If something finds too much success (and “too much” is generally the precipice of people outside their target demographic becoming aware of something and feeling the need to weigh in), a camaraderie forms in villainizing it, a common enemy that feels safe to punch up at. Marvel, Taylor Swift, Drake, Shohei Ohtani, Caitlin Clark; the list could go on and on.

Coachella is very much in this boat, with the advanced narrative of Coachella’s regression stemming from lower-than-usual ticket sales, headliners that were less headline-grabbing (all of whom came from marginalized demographics, mind you), and an overall lineup that seemed as far from its initial identity as its ever been. But being out on the polo fields again, it’s clear the rumors of Coachella’s demise have been greatly exaggerated. A larger footprint and a new Quasar stage helped make the crowd feel a bit thinner despite the event selling out, though it wouldn’t be surprising to discover a lower overall attendance. Still, you could pack in a day of non-stop music as well as ever. And if a moment wasn’t stacked with conflicts, you could wander around and discover something unexpected.

And it has to be said, that beyond the printed lineup, we got Vampire Weekend and Kid Cudi added to Weekend 1 and 2, respectively. Plus, surprise appearances from Shakira, Billie Eilish (multiple times), Sky Ferreira, Mac Demarco, Katy Perry, Olivia Rodrigo, Will Smith, Childish Gambino, Metro Boomin, ASAP Rocky, Becky G, Jackson Wang, Kesha, 21 Savage, Justin Bieber, and many more. Plus, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prowled the audience on Saturday to take in Ice Spice (and more covertly took in Bleachers from side stage). If Coachella wasn’t still the biggest music news-generating event of the year, I’d be shocked. Sure, there are rumors that Weekend 2 will be much more sparsely populated and that this seems like a bit of a regrouping year as the fest looks to continue big splashes. But if this is what an off-year for Coachella looks like, we should all be so lucky.

Below, check out an exclusive gallery of our favorite sets of Coachella Weekend 1.

Tyler The Creator

Le Sserafim

Doja Cat

ATARASHII GAKKO!

Bizarrap and Shakira

Lana Del Rey

Justice

Lil Yachty

Justine Skye with Lil Yachty — Philip Cosores

Sabrina Carpenter

Peso Pluma

No Doubt

Ice Spice

Lil Uzi Vert

Reneé Rapp

J Balvin

Khruangbin

The Dare

Deftones

Blur

Jon Batiste

Bleachers

Jamie xx / Floating Points / Daphni

Jamie xx / Daphni / Floating Points — Philip Cosores

Sublime

Faye Webster

Chappell Roan

The Beths

Young Miko

Vampire Weekend

Thuy

RAYE

American Express

Young Fathers

The Last Dinner Party

Militarie Gun

Bebe Rexha

Coachella

Lil Uzi Vert And Peso Pluma Brought Drag And Drama To Coachella 2024

April 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Coachella is still the best place to discover music that you otherwise wouldn’t or couldn’t. For example: on Friday, the first day of this year’s festival, the handful of hip-hop acts that I saw were mostly by accident (as the hip-hop editor, I would normally prioritize those, right?). But on my editor’s recommendation – and as a function of most of the rap acts being booked at the far-flung Sahara tent – I spent as much time taking in pop and indie acts as I did rappers (a random sighting of Tyler The Creator at Faye Webster notwithstanding).

From the headliner, Lana Del Rey, to artists I had little to no experience with (hi, Chappell Roan!), my experience was younger, more melodic, and hey, let’s face it, whiter than in past years – though still surprisingly diverse. For what it’s worth, Sabrina Carpenter’s late afternoon set brought a level of storytelling that made her unfamiliar music that much easier to engage with.

And sets like that of The Beths’ certainly did remind me of adolescent Saturdays spent watching The Adventures Of Pete And Pete on Nickelodeon, while the Deftones kicked me all the way back to my mid-’90s skate rat days. I could feel my nostalgia for that era peaking along with my anticipation for more of that feeling at future sets from No Doubt and Sublime (Beach til I die, y’all).

Crowd-wise, you would probably be forgiven for thinking Beyoncé was giving a reprise of her memorable 2018 Beychella performance with all the country-western paraphernalia permeating the crowd. Cowboy hats and boots adorned just about every combination of ‘chella ensembles you could imagine – and a few that left almost nothing to the imagination. Those looks eventually gave way to “baked potato chic” thanks to the insane high winds as the sun fell and folks opted for the warmth of thermal foil blankets over trying to maintain the cute of cutoff shorts and mesh dresses.

Of course, there was still plenty of my usual wheelhouse to check out. Lil Uzi Vert took to the big stage like a duck to water, complete with a headset mic like mid-’80s Madonna. They put it to good use with some crowd-pleasing voguing, and while it would have been nice to see a little more world building from Uzi‘s set, they pushed the boundaries of what future rappers could do with the big stage and proved worthy of the primetime set by sheer crowd draw alone; the field in front of the stage was so empty at first, that my editor and I actually remarked on it. Three songs later I couldn’t move more than a couple of inches in any direction. Let that be a lesson to Coachella’s bookers…hip-hop is still a huge draw at the festival, even when it seems absent.

The trick to finding it this year was broadening horizons and checking for other cultures. Young Miko, a Puerto Rican rapper brought a surprising update to the traditional New York boom-bap sound, while Bizarrap found tons of space in his EDM-centric set for Latin trap and remixes of Travis Scott classics (and a surprise Shakira appearance). My Spanish isn’t as good as it should be for someone born and raised in Los Angeles county but even if I couldn’t catch every bar, I definitely caught a vibe – and so did the overflowing crowds at both sets.

Meanwhile, the award for “Most Dramatic Set” undoubtedly goes to Peso Pluma, who enraptured social media with a seemingly incongruous combination of traditional Banda music and hip-hop-influenced dancing. Bookended by verbal interludes by MORGAN FREAKING FREEMAN, Peso illuminated an oft-overlooked and misunderstood cultural artifact. What is more hip-hop than that?

However, if there was a runner-up on that category, I’d be more than happy to give it to Lana Del Rey for pulling up through the crowd on the back of a motorcycle at the head of a line of bikers who rolled in to the sounds of her unreleased song “Jealous Girl” (which is still somehow a hit). She even went all-out with a hologram of herself that ruffled a few unlikely feathers.

A lot has been made of whether or not Coachella has fallen off in recent years (it’s a circular discussion, one we’ve heard for the past decade). Friday proved that there’s still plenty of road ahead – and that the festival is still the best place to discover your new favorite music, as long as you keep an open mind.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Peso Pluma And Arcángel’s Wild ‘Peso Completo’ Video Stars Sumo Wrestlers And Several Women In Bikinis

April 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Peso Pluma is preparing to take the Coachella 2024 stage on Friday night, April 12, and he might have inadvertently dropped a clue about his setlist earlier in the day. Pluma and Arcángel released the video for “PESO COMPLETO,” and its vibe rivals whatever will go down at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California across the next two weekends.

To start, Pluma and Arcángel step into the ring with sumo wrestlers. They’re not planning on wrestling these massive athletes because that would be silly. Instead, they just bop around and rap in the ring in between the action, which is a relatable decision. However, that is pretty much where any relatability ends.

Elsewhere in the video, the Latin superstars throw around thousands of dollars. At one point, Arcángel casually makes it rain while seated on a jacuzzi occupied by a beautiful woman. We then see several more beautiful women in bikinis around Pluma, who raps poolside while holding (yes) a stack of cash. Sadly, nobody ever joins the woman in the jacuzzi, but she’s not totally alone. The video ends with her filing bills into a cash-counting machine and fanning herself with money.

Watch the “PESO COMPLETO” video above.

How To Buy Peso Pluma And Sony’s Ult Power Sound Series Speakers

April 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In February, Peso Pluma signed his first-ever brand partnership with Sony. “I’m excited for the opportunity to collaborate with Sony’s ‘For The Music’ campaign to continue opening pathways for Latin music,” Pluma said in a statement at the time. On Thursday, April 11, Pluma and Sony jointly announced the launch of the ULT POWER SOUND series, which is described in a press release as “a new series of Bluetooth speakers and headphones designed to make users feel like they are front row at a concert.”

“The powerful sound and massive bass of the ULT POWER SOUND® series excites me,” Pluma said in a statement. “As a musician who relies heavily on bass when creating my music, I feel that these products provide the best listening experience for my fans, and there is nothing else like it.”

How To Buy Peso Pluma & Sony’s Ult Power Sound Series Speakers

The product launch includes ULT TOWER 10, ULT FIELD 7, ULT FIELD 1, and ULT WEAR. According to a press release, each product will be available sometime in “spring 2024” at Sony’s official website, Amazon, Best Buy, and “other Sony-authorized dealers.”

The pricing is based upon “suggested retail price”:

ULT TOWER 10: $1,199
ULT FIELD 7: $499
ULT FIELD 1 in black, forest gray, off-white, or orange: $129
ULT WEAR in black, forest gray, or off-white: $199.99

Find all of the product details here.

In one of Sony’s promotional videos, Pluma jaunts into a quiet museum with a smirk because he knows he’s about to use the ULT TOWER 10 to put on an impromptu concert for the unsuspecting museumgoers. The paintings even come to life!

Watch that video above or the behind-the-scenes video below.

Peso Pluma Has Joined Forces With Sony’s ‘For The Music’ Campaign For His First-Ever Brand Partnership

February 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Peso Pluma has partnered with Sony for its “For The Music” audio campaign, marking the Latin music artist’s first-ever brand partnership. Pluma joins the likes of Olivia Rodrigo, Khalid, and Tate McRae who have partnered with Sony for the movement, which aims to create authentic music experiences and transcend emotion for fans.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to collaborate with Sony’s ‘For The Music’ campaign to continue opening pathways for Latin Music,” said Pluma in a statement.

“Since the launch of ‘For The Music,’ we have cultivated such amazing collaborations with artists on products and experiences that have brought their creative vision to fans in new and innovative ways” said Jordy Freed — Head of Brand, Business Development, Partner Marketing & Strategy, Personal Entertainment Business in Sony Corporation of America — in a statement. “We are thrilled to continue this work with Peso Pluma and support him as he takes his music to new levels.”

The “For The Music” movement consists of three categories — “For The Ear,” which emphasizes the cutting-edge technology of Sony’s audio products; “For The Stage,” which features products designed for immersive musical performances for artists; and “For The Studio,” creating tools for the production process, where all the magic begins.

Look out for a video ad coming soon.

Baja Beach Fest 2024 Will Bring Kali Uchis, Peso Pluma, And More Latin Talent To Just Across The Mexico Border

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Spring is coming up, with the first official day of the new season being March 19. That means summer is coming, which means festival season is near. In recent months, fests have been unveiling their lineups, and we have another one today (February 20): Baja Beach Fest.

The 2024 edition of the annual event is set to go down from August 9 to 11 in Rosarito Beach, Mexico (which is barely across the border and just over a three-hour drive from Los Angeles, for reference). Headlining the three-day, 18-plus, reggaeton- and Latin-focused fest are Rauw Alejandro, Peso Pluma, Fuerza Regida, and Kali Uchis. Becky G, Yandel, Mora, Jhayco, Sech, Latin Mafia, Xavi, Jowell Y Randy, De La Ghetto, Alvaro Diaz, Snow The Product, and more.

When it comes to passes, prospective attendees can currently join a waitlist via the Baja Beach Fest website. Their are four tiers of three-day pass: 3-Day GA at $459, 3-Day GA+ at $629, 3-Day VIP at $959, and 3-Day La Playa at $2,059, with no hidden fees attached to any of those prices.

The beachside fest has a lot to offer beyond the music as a press release notes, “During the festival, the town comes alive with merchants, surfing, ATV riding, horseback riding, and other beach activities, street food, and more, creating a party atmosphere that extends for blocks in either direction.”

How To Buy Tickets For Peso Pluma’s ‘Exodo’ Tour

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Peso Pluma Estadio Mobil Super concert 2023 — Getty Image

Following the release of his hit song “Lady Gaga” in 2023, Peso Pluma quickly shot to superstar status. After dropping his critically acclaimed album, Génesis, Peso became one of the world’s most-watched artists. Now, with a Grammy Award win under his belt, Peso is ready to share Música Mexicana around the globe.

This summer, Peso will embark on his second North American performance lap by way of his Exodo tour. So, how can fans get their hands on one of the 37 show dates? Below, you will find all the details for the tour, including how to purchase, the complete schedule, and the official poster.

How To Buy Tickets For Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour

While the shows are sure to sell out quickly, to avoid price hikes on the secondary market, your best bet is to purchase directly through Live Nation. On Wednesday, February 21, Citi members are invited to join the company’s presale. While each featured venue, Live Nation and TikTok’s presales aren’t set to kick off until Thursday, February 22. If you aren’t lucky enough to access any of these offers, the general on-sale is scheduled to launch on Friday, February 23, at 10 a.m. local time. Find more information here.

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour Dates

05/26 — Chicago, IL @ Sueños Festival
05/28 — Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center
05/30 — Milwaukee, WI @ Fiserv Forum
05/31 — Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse
06/01 — Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena
06/03 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
06/04 — Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
06/07 — Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center
06/09 — New York, NY @ Governor’s Ball**
06/10 — Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
06/12 — Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum
06/21 — Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena
06/23 — Miami, FL @ Kaseya Center
06/26 — New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
06/28 — Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center
06/30 — Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
07/17 — San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
07/19 — Austin, TX @ Moody Center
07/23 — Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Arena
07/26 — Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
07/30 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
07/31 — Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
08/03 — Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center
08/05 — Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center
08/06 — Omaha, NE @ CHI Health Center
08/09 — Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
08/10 — Rosarito, MX @ Baja Beach Fest
08/11 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Delta Center
08/13 — Portland, OR @ Moda Center
08/16 — Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
08/27 — San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center
08/28 — San Jose, CA @ SAP Center
09/03 — Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena
09/07 — Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center at Fresno State
09/17 — San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena
09/12 — Las Vegas, NV @ T-Mobile Arena
09/23 — Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center
10/06 — Chicago, IL @ United Center
10/09 — Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
10/11 — Montville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour Poster

Peso Pluma Exodo Tour 2024 poster — Live Nation

How Much Are Tickets For Peso Pluma’s ‘Exodo’ Tour?

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Peso Pluma announced his new Exodo Tour, and fans are very excited. He will be playing shows across North America starting in May, along with stops on the festival circuit, including Chicago’s Sueños Festival, NYC’s Governor’s Ball, Mexico’s Baja Beach Fest, and more.

For those who are looking to catch him at one of the upcoming shows, here’s what to know about ticket prices.

How Much Are Tickets For Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour?

Right now, it’s still unclear about how much the tickets to Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour will be. Presales will open tomorrow, February 21 at noon local time, which will give fans a better idea of what to expect. On SeatGeek, the prices listed are only for his festival appearances right now, which run between $300-400 depending on where you go — but this includes a ton of other artists during the full weekend.

Compared to Peso Pluma’s last tour, the New York Post shared the average prices, with the lowest on Vivid Seats going for $35 and increasing from there. However, this really depends on the city and venue, as major cities will likely be more expensive.

To find additional information about Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour, visit here. Below, find a complete list of upcoming dates.

Peso Pluma’s 2024 Tour Dates: Exodo

05/26 — Chicago, IL @ Sueños Festival
05/28 — Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center
05/30 — Milwaukee, WI @ Fiserv Forum
05/31 — Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse
06/01 — Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena
06/03 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
06/04 — Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
06/07 — Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center
06/09 — New York, NY @ Governor’s Ball**
06/10 — Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
06/12 — Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum
06/21 — Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena
06/23 — Miami, FL @ Kaseya Center
06/26 — New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
06/28 -– Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center
06/30 -– Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
07/17 -– San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
07/19 -– Austin, TX @ Moody Center
07/23 -– Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Arena
07/26 -– Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
07/30 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
07/31 -– Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
08/03 -– Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center
08/05 -– Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center
08/06 –- Omaha, NE @ CHI Health Center
08/09 -– Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
08/10 -– Rosarito, MX @ Baja Beach Fest
08/11 -– Salt Lake City, UT @ Delta Center
08/16 -– Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
08/28 -– San Jose, CA @ SAP Center
09/03 –- Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena
09/07 -– Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center at Fresno State
09/17 -– San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena
09/12 –- Las Vegas, NV @ T-Mobile Arena
09/23 –- Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center
10/06 –- Chicago, IL @ United Center
10/09 –- Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
10/11 –- Montville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena

When Do Peso Pluma’s ‘Exodo’ Tour Tickets Go On Sale?

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Peso Pluma, one of the most-viewed artists of 2023, has announced his Exodo Tour, which will take him across the US, Canada, and Mexico from May to October.

If you’re looking for tickets, you can get them beginning Wednesday, February 21 if you have a Citi card. If not, Live Nation’s presale begins on Thursday, February 22. If that STILL doesn’t work for you, the general sale begins on Friday, February 23 at 10 am local time. You can find more info here.

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour dates

05/26 – Chicago, IL @ Sueños Festival
05/28 – Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center
05/30 – Milwaukee, WI @ Fiserv Forum
05/31 – Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse
06/01 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena
06/03 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
06/04 – Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
06/07 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center
06/09 – New York, NY @ Governor’s Ball**
06/10 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
06/12 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum
06/21- Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena
06/23- Miami, FL @ Kaseya Center
06/26- New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
06/28 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center
06/30 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
07/17 – San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
07/19 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center
07/23 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Arena
07/26 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
07/30- Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
07/31 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
08/03 – Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center
08/05 – Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center
08/06 – Omaha, NE @ CHI Health Center
08/09 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
08/10 – Rosarito, MX @ Baja Beach Fest
08/11 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Delta Center
08/13 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center
08/16 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
08/27 – San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center
08/28 – San Jose, CA @ SAP Center
09/03 – Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena
09/07 – Fresno, CA @ Save Mart Center at Fresno State
09/17 – San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena
09/12 – Las Vegas, NV @ T-Mobile Arena
09/23 – Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center
10/06 – Chicago, IL @ United Center
10/09 – Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
10/11 – Montville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena

Peso Pluma Is Hitting The Road For The ‘Exodo Tour’ Alongside His Multiple Festival Appearances

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Grammy Award-winning musician Peso Pluma is gearing up to hit the road hard this summer. Last year, the “Lady Gaga” singer embraced on his first performance run around the world. But if you thought his booking schedule was intense in 2023, wait until you see his 2024 calendar.

Today (February 20), Peso announced his Exodo Tour, which features stops across the US and Canada. Following Chicago’s Sueños Festival, Peso will officially kick off his 37-date run on May 28 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Along with the tour, Peso has already confirmed several festival appearances, including the Governors Ball in New York and Mexico’s Baja Beach Fest. As of today, Peso Pluma has not announced any special guests, but that could be revealed closer to the start of the tour. Continue below for the full tour schedule, tour poster, and ticketing information.

Citi members will have early access to Pes Pluma’s when its presale starts on Wednesday, February 21. The venues, Live Nation, and a few other presales are scheduled for Thursday, February 22. Then, on Friday, February 23, at 10 a.m. local time, the general on-sale will launch. Find more information here.

Below, check out an exclusive gallery of our favorite sets of Coachella Weekend 1.

Tyler The Creator

Le Sserafim

Doja Cat

ATARASHII GAKKO!

Bizarrap and Shakira

Lana Del Rey

Justice

Lil Yachty

Sabrina Carpenter

Peso Pluma

No Doubt

Ice Spice

Lil Uzi Vert

Reneé Rapp

J Balvin

Khruangbin

The Dare

Deftones

Blur

Jon Batiste

Bleachers

Jamie xx / Floating Points / Daphni

Sublime

Faye Webster

Chappell Roan

The Beths

Young Miko

Vampire Weekend

Thuy

RAYE

American Express

Young Fathers

The Last Dinner Party

Militarie Gun

Bebe Rexha

Coachella

How To Buy Peso Pluma & Sony’s Ult Power Sound Series Speakers

How To Buy Tickets For Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour Dates

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour Poster

How Much Are Tickets For Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour?

Peso Pluma’s 2024 Tour Dates: Exodo

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour dates

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour dates

Peso Pluma’s Exodo Tour poster