HBCU Homecoming is more than a football game, it’s fashion, tailgates, sorority songs, fraternity chants, the vibration of bands, joy, and unity, it’s Fall's biggest event!
Each year DTLR supports students on HBCU campuses through our Annual HBCU College Tour. Our focus is to encourage, educate and engage with students during their education journey. We visit HBCU campuses with intention and execution fueled by our community motto “Dare To Live Right”. This year, we will return to the following campuses with an elevated cultural college experience.
Tour Dates
Artists Performing
Karlae 
Lightskin Keisha 
Lil Keed 
OMB Peezy 
Coca Vango 
BRS Kash 
Luke Nasty 
Trapboy Freddy 
HD4President 
Lil Duke 
Unfoonk
- Bobby Fishscale
- Trapboy Freddy
- Kalan.FrFr
- Yak Gotti
- Young E. Class
- The Letter M
- No Savage
- Ryan Trey
- Strick
- T-Shyne
- Tyanha Maray
- Lil Cole
- NGeeyl
- YTB Trench
- Sincerest Don
- FN Da Dealer
- Capo The Kidd
- Whiterosemoxie
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Live music is back and Rolling Loud and Live Nation are already bringing the heat.
In support of his third studio album, SoulFly, Rod Wave will be on tour starting Saturday, August 27, 2021, in Houston Texas. For a full list of dates and tickets head over to soulflytour.com.
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Rolling Loud and Live Nation keep the touring coming with Tripp at Knight Tour.
Trip at Knight is Trippie Redd's fifth studio album and his second project of 2021. He will be kicking off a supporting tour on August 25, 2021, in Minneapolis Minnesota.
Check out all the dates and purchase tickets now over at trippieredd.com
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Post Malone and going Platinum, name a better duo. Post Malone is no longer a striving new artist, he's been around for a couple years now. With hit after hit, Post Malone knows what it takes to make your records stick and spread like wildfire. As an artist, Post has the pedigree to understand what works for him and what doesn't, allowing him to thrive and succeed with consistency and individuality.
In 2016, which seems like forever ago to many, Post Malone dropped "Congratulations" with Quavo and "White Iverson." The masses took these songs with heart and the rest is history. By setting himself up with a strong foundation, Post Malone subsequently gave himself high expectations. His debut album, Stoney, had a strong, positive reception. But then he followed that up with beerbongs and bentleys, which had "rockstar" with 21 Savage and "Psycho" with Ty Dolla $ign. When it comes to second albums, artists either have a sophomore slump or a natural progression. In Post Malone's case, it was clear he knew his sound and worked hard to perfect it. Many of his songs have reached or are close to reaching a billion streams on streaming services, which is insane for any artist of any genre. He's proven time after time that he has what it takes to be successful in this musical environment.
Even without an album, Posty was still able to make some sort of influence in 2019's soundscape. Teaming up with Swae Lee, Sunflower was created to accompany Sony's Into the Spider-Verse. For weeks, this song was everywhere, topping charts and getting radio plays. This was such a strong effort from the two, helping solidify Post Malone's status as an artist at the top of his genre (alongside Swae Lee). Hollywood's Bleeding aims to capture the success Post Malone has received, as well as demonstrate some sort of evolution.
Due to the numerous tracks on the album, I will group songs together if needed.
Hollywood's Bleeding
Post Malone begins his venture with a song titled the same as his album. In this introduction, Post Malone utilizes a bit of a slow build up, adding riffs and drums later on. Once the beat kicks in, you just know it's a Post Malone track. This track hits on overcoming the toxicity in the business, as he sings Hollywood is bleeding, but we call it home. It's a hard-hitting opener, one that surely sets a serene tone for the album.
Saint-Tropez
With an almost eerie trap beat, Post Malone has fun with this one. Utilizing his iconic autotune vocals, this is a mix of feel-good music and laid-back vibes. In the chorus, he emphasizes how hard he's worked for his success, and this track celebrates the outcome of his dedication. It's classic Post Malone, and this album is already off to a great start.
Enemies (ft. DaBaby)
The production on the first track is bouncy and is a similar formula that Post Malone has used before (see Spoil My Night ft. Swae Lee). On top of that, DaBaby comes in and adds his own spin, rapping that he went double platinum with no features. As 2019 was a tremendous break-out year for DaBaby, his inclusion only further helps to bolster his status. Enemies speaks on the loss of Post Malone's friends, but with his successful career, he's able to move on.
Allergic & A Thousand Bad Times
Allergic speaks on a potential relationship epitomized by sad vibes only. It discusses an impossible relationship that forces Post Malone to be reclusive and hide himself. In this track, he compares his lover and his demons. Similarly, A Thousand Bad Times repeats a lot of the same values that Allergic offers, which is the idea that he's letting someone else (probably a lover) "ruin" his life.
Circles
While the past couple of songs have been a bit more sad, this production is groovy and uplifting, even if the lyrics aren't. Post Malone emphasizes heartbreak, and you can feel it in his vocals (who hurt you?). Circles is one of those records that feels bittersweet, smooth and rough. This is a highlight of the album, for sure.
Die For Me (ft. Future & Halsey) & On The Road (ft. Meek Mill & Lil Baby)
In this section of his album, Post Malone adds the help of a handful of other artists to create some bangers. In Die For Me, Future and Halsey add their own perspectives on relationships, while On The Road showcases the sacrifices and work ethics of Meek Mill, Lil Baby, and Posty. While both songs are solid efforts, there's not too much that stands out.
Take What You Want (ft. Ozzy Ozbourne & Travis Scott)
The year is 2019: you look at your phone and you see a track with Ozzy Ozbourne, Travis Scott, and Post Malone. It's real, and the song goes hard! Ozzy's vocals with the guitar riffs at the beginning add another dimension to the track, infusing rock with rap. In today's era of modernizing genres and fusing music, this track is memorable and a surprise, for sure.
I'm Gonna Be
I'm gonna be what I want... I'm gonna do what I want. Post Malone is just oozing with confidence, so much that he seems fearless in every way. It's contagious, even to the point where he asks the listener if they can feel the same vibes he does. A confident Posty is one that makes good music, and we appreciate that.
Staring At The Sun (ft. SZA) & Sunflower - Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse (ft. Swae Lee)
If there were songs that were meant to follow each other in this album, it is definitely these two. By now, everyone knows about Sunflower and the energetic production that just makes you want to dance and feel good. Staring At The Sun mimics that energy and unites SZA's vocals with the positivity emerging from the sound. It's fun music; it's for everyone.
Internet
This song reflects Post Malone's distaste towards the Internet and how social media has been used negatively in regards to the lives of many artists. From music leaks to social media hate, it is understandable why someone as famous as Post Malone could be harmed by it.
Goodbyes (ft. Young Thug) & Myself & I Know
Post Malone recruits Young Thug for a track about desiring someone to be gone from his life, but it's too difficult for him to handle. The trap-heavy beat emphasizes how melodic his relationship was, covering up the struggle to break it off. In a similar vein, Myself speaks on how Post Malone would've wanted to experiences some of his biggest moments by himself, knowing how other people treated him. The third track, I Know follows the trend of heartbreak with a good melody. Production is on par, as per usual.
Wow.
Sometimes you just have to save the best for last, and that is exactly what Post Malone has done. In terms of replay value, Wow. definitely blows the others out of the water. It is a certified banger, one that is sure to break your speakers and send the dance floor into a frenzy. With this album, Post Malone definitely got us saying wow.
Final Take | Review 9.5/10
Post Malone has definitely mastered the whole "coming out with an album" ordeal. His theme was consistent, his features complementary, and his production at a great level, as always. I'll have to admit, I'm not a huge fan of Post Malone, but I give credit where it's due. He's endlessly putting out hits and utilizes his vocals as an instrument for prosperity. I enjoyed this album. Standout tracks for me were Saint-Tropez, Circles, Take What You Want, and Wow.
Pros
If you like his older stuff, this album doesn't stray too far from his sound
There's plenty of diversity; a good mix of trap, sadness, and good vibes
Good replay value, as well as some songs for parties
Finally, the Beyhive and HOV Nation rockout in Philly again! The dynamic married duo kicked off their US part of the OTR II Tour last week in the DMV area with two shows. Some would say that's sort of a deja vu. As a delighted spectator and longtime fan of both Mr. and Mrs. Carter among the many casual concert goers, my anticipation was nothing short of anxiety and thrill. I was proudly commissioned to explore all concert phenomenon, from the color fashion trends to the stage set/set list and guest appearances of the night. What better night to experience my first exclusive concert coverage than with King and Queen themselves? Scroll for the full experience.
The Music
Sorry not sorry, but Beyonce might just be the greatest entertainer to ever live. I'm not even sure she's entirely human. her stamina, poise and precision of key is unmatched by ANY performer I've ever heard. (Okay, I got that out). The amount of music the couple produced together and separately could make your concert experience last an entire weekend. Luckily, the production beautifully orchestrated and blended both artists' songs to a concise 2.5 hours of music. The crowd almost flipped when Bey and Jay first emerged on stage, decked out in their pearly white ensemble, holding hands singing Jay-Z's hit "Holy Grail." Queen Bey, of course murdered the stage with her nostalgic hits like "Upgrade U", "Drunk in Love", "Countdown" and many many others. Her dance moves are also as mesmerizing as her vocal cords. I surprisingly caught myself dancing as an impromptu amateur backup dancer. Hov had the entire stadium bouncing to some of his classics like "Big Pimpin" and "99 Problems." The fluidity of their individual songs blended into their collaborations has a lot to with their magnificent crew and musicians. Beyonce, the leading Feminist for feminists everywhere, purposely chose an all female dance crew and band. Among those were a force-of-natural guitarist who lit up the stage so beautifully. I could see the dazzling inspiration from the young girl that sat next to me as we watched with amazement. The lights, the sounds, the metrics f ridiculous stage setups, there was clearly no budget for this concert.
The Company
The field was to capacity! I, of course, was floating among the crowd, so opportunity to even get a glimpse of my feet was nearly impossible. Among the concert goers were families, close friend hangouts and lots of couples. It was definitely date night at the OTR Tour. During Jay-Z's set of "99 Problems" he showed mugshots of musicians, actors, artists and activists that ever served jail time. Of course, Philly native Meek Mill was a part of that b-roll. Jay-Z has been a long supporter and mentor to Meek for years, as well as the entire Philadelphia rap game. Some would even put him at the top of the list for being an instrumental figure to his release.
photo via Beyonce
photo via BeyonceThe Style
The level of fashion at the concert ranged from streetwear casual to runway material. As i mentioned before, it was indeed date night. Couples came in matching sets from shirt to footwear. The dress code was a great blend between contemporary innovation and classic minimalism. Otherwise, fancy and cozy. Concert goers definitely showed off their personality through their fashion. From accessorizing and creating that personal statement, everyone came with their A-game. Women, most likely there to see Beyonce, wore signature Bey-merch to show their Beyhive support. While men wore something signifying their dedication to the Brooklyn rapper, whether in old school jerseys or Paper Planes Crown fitted caps. The footwear was everything from stilettos to exclusive Nike Air Force 1s.
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Aubrey quickly responded with a track called “Duppy Freestyle,” attacking not only Pusha T’s credibility as a street hero, but also taking hits to Kanye saying, “I could never have a Virgil in my circle and hold him back cause he makes me nervous.” Not only were the bars crazy towards the Virginia native, Drizzy had to drive the knife in deeper by taking it social media and posting an invoice for “Promotional assistance and career reviving” of $100,000.00. Yikes.
After Drake’s beef with Meek Mill, most would say it’s over for King Push. But coming out of the darkness with a beacon of light, we get a response from Pusha T. Don’t forget who you’re dealing with people. Pusha is one half of the Clipse and is a legendary lyricist. Pusha continued by touching on some very personal information like Drake’s secret child, 40 ‘Noah’ Shebib being sick, and ruining his plans to launch his Adidas line. I would have to say it’s 1-0 Push for now. Let’s see what Aubrey has in store as a rebuttal.
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Pics were taken from Kanye's Wyoming Album Listening Party
Midway through on Track 03, “Wouldn’t Leave” we’re assisted with the talents of PARTYNEXT DOOR, Jeremih, and Ty Dolla $ign. Yeezy gets deep here and addresses issues with his wife and how she didn’t leave him during his financial issues and his media out lashes. Really hit the feels with this one. “This is what they mean by 'for better or for worst,' right?” I guess third times the charm? Sorry Kris Humphries.
“What about the old Kanye? What about the soul beats?” Is this something you’ve heard before? Most hip-hop enthusiasts would claim College Drop Out and Late Registrations are some of his best works. But let’s be realistic, what relevant artist has been making music for over a decade and has kept the same sound? Are you going to dress the same way at age 30 as you did at 20? Probably not. Don’t worry though, “05. No Mistakes” and “06. Ghost Town” has got you covered with great samples and vocals from Charlie Wilson and John Legend. This was a great transition sonically from the more modern sound that started off the album.
We end with a beautiful track assisted by Dej Loaf and Nicki Minaj by the name of “Violent Crimes.” We get a glimpse of what being a father is like for the Loius Vuitton Don. This was easy listening on the ears. Short and sweet, the journey was. With what has been coming out from G.O.O.D. Music as of late, it’s safe to say I’m ready for the album with Cudi.