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Erykah Badu wants you to unfollow her.

Well, sort of — let us explain.

The neo-soul singer just announced her huge summer arena ‘Unfollow Me Tour’ from June through July with special guest Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def joining her on all dates.

Along the way, Badu will bring her mega hits like “On and On,” “Didn’t Cha Know” and “Next Lifetime” to New York City’s Madison Square Garden on July 8 and Newark’s Prudential Center on July 11.

And if you want tickets to see the four-time Grammy winner live this summer on the ‘Unfollow Me Tour,’ you can pick them up as early as today.

Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Thursday, April 20, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.

Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.

Erykah Badu 2023 tour schedule

A complete calendar including all upcoming Erykah Badu tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.

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Badu 52, last toured in 2021-22 taking the ‘Live From Badubotron Tour’ all over North America.

That tour, her first since 2010, was where she debuted tracks from her 2015 mixtape ‘But You Caint Use My Phone’

In the intervening years, she has lent her voice to a few songs with artists like D’Angelo, Teyana Taylor and Bilal.

You can find her complete catalog of songs dating back to her debut album “Baduizm” here .

Erykah Badu tour guests

In her Instagram tour announcement , Badu shared that she’d be bringing along Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def) as well as other “extraordinary guests.”

While we’re not sure who the other extraordinary guests are yet, we can help you catch up with the elusive Bey — he hasn’t released any music as Mos Def since 2015 or Yasiin Bey since 2012 —  here .

Most recently, Bey served as the musical guest along with Talib Kweli on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” in November 2022.

The two performed as Black Star, their seminal hip-hop supergroup, known for their 1998 self-titled album.

Kweli’s music video for “So Be It” can be seen below.

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Many of the most talented vocalists around are conducting massive tours this year.

Here are just five of our favorite acts you won’t want to miss live these next few months.

•  Beyoncé

•  Janet Jackson

•  Jill Scott

Want to see who else might be coming to a city near you? Check out our list of the 52 biggest concert tours in 2023 here .

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The 25-city tour will see the duo trek across America with yet to be announced special guests.

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Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey, the artist formerly known as Mos Def , have announced the Unfollow Me Tour . The 25-city tour is set to begin in the summer of 2023, beginning at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, TX. 

Erykah hit Instagram to announce the news, accompanied by a short clip traveling through various visual interpretations of the neo-soul artist.  

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Badu’s most recent body of work , 2015’s  But You Caint Use My Phone,  was met with critical acclaim upon release. 

The LP was a mixtape in the literal sense, featuring the singer performing over other artists’ beats and production.  But You Caint Use My Phone  only featured one guest verse from Andre 3000 . 

Check out the tour dates for Unfollow Me below.

June 11 – AT&T Center – San Antonio, TC

June 13 – Desert Diamond Arena – Glendale, AZ

June 20 – Golden 1 Center – Sacramento, CA

June 21 – Oakland Arena – Oakland, CA

June 23 – WaMu Theater – Seattle, WA

June 26 – Ball Arena – Denver, CO

June 28 – Enterprise Center – St. Louis, MO

June 30 – Xcel Center – St. Paul, MN

July 1 – United Center – Chicago, IL

July 2 – Little Caesar’s Arena – Detroit, MI

July 7 – TD Arena – Boston, MA

July 8 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY

July 9 – TD Pavillion at the Mann – Philadelphia, PA

July 11 – Prudential Center – Newark, NJ

July 13 – Capital One Arena – Washington, DC

July 15 – State Farm Arena – Atlanta, GA

July 16 – Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC

July 18 – Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN

July 19 – Legacy Area at the BJCC – Birmingham, AL

July 21 – Fedex Forum – Memphis, TN

July 23 – American Airlines Center – Dallas, TX

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The 25-city U.S tour kicks off on June 11th at San Antonio’s AT&T Center.

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A holy union is hitting the road this summer, with Erykah Badu linking up with Yasiin Bey, a.k.a. Mos Def on a 25-city U.S tour.

The ‘Unfollow Me Tour’ kicks off on June 11th at San Antonio’s AT&T Center before continuing on to stops in Chicago, New York, Atlanta, and Los Angeles and then wrapping up on July 23 at the American Airlines Center in Badu’s hometown of Dallas, Texas.

Badu will also be performing at London’s All Points East festival this August, alongside Stormzy, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Jungle.

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Tickets will officially go on sale this Thursday, April 20th at 2:22 p.m. local time via Ticketmaster, but fans can get exclusive access to pre-sale tickets by signing up for the AT&T Center’s All Access Newsletter.

Along with Badu and Bey, the tour announcement also promises “more extraordinary guests”

The “high priestess of neo-soul” has played a smattering of theater and festival dates in recent years but hasn’t launched a full fledge tour since 2018.

More recently, Badu reunited with The Roots on their new track “Misunderstood” featuring fellow Philadelphian Tierra Whack, and made a surprise appearance on BTS’ member RM’s song “Yun,” which opened his critically acclaimed solo effort Indigo .

And speaking of The Roots, former Black Star member Bey will appear on Black Thought’s forthcoming solo record, Streams of Thought Vol. 4 .

The MC shared that the track will “represent a seismic shift in the game,” and has apparently been sitting on the track for a few years.

View the full tour itinerary below and visit her official artist site for tour details.

Erykah Badu Unfollow Me Tour 2023 Dates

06-11 San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center 06-13 Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena 06-15 San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena 06-16 Las Vegas, NV – Michelob Ultra Arena 06-17 Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena 06-20 Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center 06-21 Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena 06-23 Seattle, WA – WaMu Theater 06-26 Denver, CO – Ball Arena 06-28 St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center 06-30 Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center 07-01 Chicago, IL – United Center 07-02 Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena 07-07 Boston, MA – TD Garden 07-08 New York, NY – Madison Square Garden 07-09 Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann 07-11 Newark, NJ – Prudential Center 07-12 Norfolk, VA – Chartway Arena 07-13 Washington, D.C. – Capital One Arena 07-15 Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena 07-16 Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center 07-18 Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena 07-19 Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at the BJCC 07-21 Memphis, TN – FedExForum 07-23 Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center

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Erykah Badu Announces Summer U.S. Tour with Yasin Bey (Formerly Mos Def)

by Jacob Uitti April 21, 2023, 8:30 am

Erykah Badu has announced an upcoming summer United States tour with acclaimed rapper and artist Yasin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def).

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The 25-city string of dates begins on June 11 in San Antonio and continues with stops in Los Angeles, St. Louis, Detroit, Boston, and back to Dallas for the final gig on July 23.

Badu will be joined by longtime friend and collaborator Yasin Bey. The two have appeared together in concert as well as in movies like Dave Chappelle’s Block Party and often traveled in the same musical circles.

The 52-year-old Dallas-born Badu is an icon in the R&B world, known for her trippy, even at times-psychedelic music, she has long been a go-to when it comes to moody, nuanced songs. And Bey is one-half of the rap duo Black Star with his Brooklyn-born friend Talib Kweli. Bey’s solo album, Black on Both Sides , is considered a classic.

Tickets for the shows go on sale Thursday (April 20) at 2:22 p.m. local time via  Ticketmaster .

Check out the full list of dates below.

Erykah Badu Tour Dates:

06/11 – San Antonio, TX @ AT&T Center ^ 06/13 – Glendale, AZ @ Desert Diamond Arena ^ 06/15 – San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena ^ 06/16 – Las Vegas, NV @ Michelob Ultra Arena ^ 06/17 – Los Angeles, CA @ Crypto.com Arena ^ 06/20 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center ^ 06/21 – Oakland, CA @ Oakland Arena ^ 06/23 – Seattle, WA @ WaMu Theater ^ 06/26 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena ^ 06/28 – St. Louis, MO @ Enterprise Center ^ 06/30 – St. Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center ^ 07/01 – Chicago, IL @ United Center ^ 07/02 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena ^ 07/07 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden ^ 07/08 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden ^ 07/09 – Philadelphia, PA @ TD Pavilion at the Mann ^ 07/11 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center ^ 07/12 – Norfolk, VA @ Chartway Arena ^ 07/13 – Washington DC @ Capital One Arena ^ 07/15 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena ^ 07/16 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center ^ 07/18 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena ^ 07/19 – Birmingham, AL @ Legacy Arena at the BJCC ^ 07/21 – Memphis, TN @ FedExForum ^ 07/23 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center ^

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Erykah Badu Announces U.S. Unfollow Me Tour With Yasiin Bey 

Erykah Badu is bringing the “Unfollow Me” tour across the U.S. in 2023. The Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter’s tour kicks off on June 11th at AT&T Center in San Antonio, TX and will wrap up on July 23rd at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. For this highly-anticipated tour, Erykah Baduh will be making 25 stops with special guest, Yasiin Bey (aka Mos Def).

Erykah Badu, the award-winning musician and performance artist, is hitting the road for her Unfollow Me tour. She will perform in 25 cities across the U.S. between June 11, 2023 AD and July 23, 2023 AD! Are you READY? @fatbellybella @baduworldmarket #UNFOLLOWMETOUR pic.twitter.com/71yA37BXbK — Badu.izm (@BADUIZMfp) April 15, 2023

Tickets for Erykah Badu’s Unfollow Me Tour will be on sale this week, available to the general public beginning Thursday, April 20. Prior to that, there are presales that launch as early as April 17 with access through an “artist” presale as well as the Ticketmaster “platinum” ticket pricing scheme, which charges highly marked-up prices for consumers.

The Unfollow Me Tour will be hitting popular cities nationwide including Las Vegas, Denver, Chicago, New York, and Philly. Grab tickets to witness Badu’s unique writing and sound.

Badu has spoken a lot on social media about the significance of the number 222, which is usually associated with spiritual balance and growth. In numerology, the number 222 represents harmony, balance, and spiritual awakening. Badu has shared that 222 has a very special meaning to her and appears in her life when she is in tune with her spiritual path.

Full tour details and links to ticket marketplaces are available below:

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June 11 – San Antonio, TX | AT&T Center June 13 – Glendale, AZ | Desert Diamond Arena June 15 – San Diego, CA | Pechanga Arena June 16 – Las Vegas, NV | Michelob Ultra Arena June 17 – Los Angeles, CA | Crypto.com Arena June 20 – Sacramento, CA | Golden 1 Center June 21 – Oakland, CA | Oakland Arena June 23 – Seattle, WA | WaMu Theater June 26 – Denver, CO | Ball Arena June 28 – St. Louis, MO | Enterprise Center June 30 – St. Paul, MN | Xcel Energy Center July 1 – Chicago, IL | United Center July 2 – Detroit, MI | Little Caesars Arena July 7 – Boston, MA | TD Garden July 8 – New York, NY | Madison Square Garden July 9 – Philadelphia, PA | TD Pavilion at the Mann July 11 – Newark, NJ | Prudential Center July 12 – Norfolk, VA | Chartway Arena July 13 – Washington DC | Capital One Arena July 15 – Atlanta, GA | State Farm Arena July 16 – Charlotte, NC | Spectrum Center July 18 – Nashville, TN | Bridgestone Arena July 19 – Birmingham, AL | Legacy Arena at the BJCC July 21 – Memphis, TN | FedExForum July 23 – Dallas, TX | American Airlines Center

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Erykah Badu & Mos Def Announce Joint North American Tour

Erykah Badu and Mos Def (also known as Yasiin Bey) have announced a joint tour they're calling the Unfollow Me Tour. Badu made the announcement via Instagram on Monday night (April 17).

"Badu Summer Tour 2023," she wrote in the caption. "(((UNFOLLOW ME ))) w/ @yasiinbey and other EXTRAORDINARY GUESTS!!! Tickets go up 4/20 … coming to your city .. link in bio …. Vid created by e.badu on this phone with a layering of 4 apps." 

As noted, tickets go on sale beginning Thursday (April 20). The 24-date run kicks off on June 11 in San Antonio and wraps up on July 23 in Badu's hometown of Dallas. Other stops include Boston, New York, Nashville, Detroit, Los Angeles and Denver. Find tickets here . 

Badu has released five studio albums over the course of her career, but she hasn't delivered any new material since 2015's mixtape, But You Caint Use My Phone.  Described by Badu as "TRap & B," the mixtape takes influence from Hip Hop, R&B, jazz and art rock, with lyrics that focus on the themes of communication and lyrics that touch on ideas of "missed connections, call waiting, answering machines." The mixtape debuted at No. 14 on the Billboard 200, generating more than 35,000 total album-equivalent units in its first week. Find more information about the tour on Badu's website . 

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Erykah Badu announces 2023 tour with Mos Def. Get tickets today.

Erykah Badu wants you to unfollow her.

Well, sort of — let us explain.

The neo-soul singer just announced her huge summer arena ‘Unfollow Me Tour’ from June through July with special guest Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def joining her on all dates.

Along the way, Badu will bring her mega hits like “On and On,” “Didn’t Cha Know” and “Next Lifetime” to New York City’s Madison Square Garden on July 8 and Newark’s Prudential Center on July 11.

And if you want tickets to see the four-time Grammy winner live this summer on the ‘Unfollow Me Tour,’ you can pick them up as early as today.

Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Thursday, April 20, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.

Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.

A complete calendar including all upcoming Erykah Badu tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.

Badu 52, last toured in 2021-22 taking the ‘Live From Badubotron Tour’ all over North America.

That tour, her first since 2010, was where she debuted tracks from her 2015 mixtape ‘But You Caint Use My Phone’

In the intervening years, she has lent her voice to a few songs with artists like D’Angelo, Teyana Taylor and Bilal.

You can find her complete catalog of songs dating back to her debut album “Baduizm” here .

In her Instagram tour announcement , Badu shared that she’d be bringing along Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def) as well as other “extraordinary guests.”

While we’re not sure who the other extraordinary guests are yet, we can help you catch up with the elusive Bey — he hasn’t released any music as Mos Def since 2015 or Yasiin Bey since 2012 —  here .

Most recently, Bey served as the musical guest along with Talib Kweli on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” in November 2022.

The two performed as Black Star, their seminal hip-hop supergroup, known for their 1998 self-titled album.

Kweli’s music video for “So Be It” can be seen below.

Many of the most talented vocalists around are conducting massive tours this year.

Here are just five of our favorite acts you won’t want to miss live these next few months.

•  Beyoncé

•  Janet Jackson

•  Jill Scott

Want to see who else might be coming to a city near you? Check out our list of the 52 biggest concert tours in 2023 here .

Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. 

Erykah Badu & Yasiin Bey Announce 25-City ‘Unfollow Me’ U.S. Tour

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Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey are quintessential figures when it comes to the intersecting cultures of Hip-Hop and high art. The creative Dallas artist and the talented Brooklyn MC are joining forces for the Unfollow Me tour with 25 stops across the United States.

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Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def) will kick off the tour in San Antonio, Texas and will end the 25-city tour back in Dallas. While they’ve carved out their careers in somewhat differing lanes of expression, the pair have worked together in the past on Mark Ronson’s Re:Generation documentary released in 2013.

Credit: Yasiin Bey

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The tour was announced under Badu’s BaduWorld, Inc. entity, and will be produced by Outback Presents with the aim of bringing forth the artful and futuristic vision of Badu. While Badu last released music in 2015 with the But You Caint Use My Phone mixtape.

Bey has been active in recent years, reuniting with his Black Star partner Talib Kweli for the group’s No Fear Of Time album in 2022 which was fully produced by Madlib. Madlib also recently shared that he’s working on new music for Erkyah Badu.

Tickets for the Unfollow Me tour launch on April 20th at 2:222 local time. Learn more about the tour and purchase tickets by following this link.

The dates are listed below.

11 – AT&T Center – San Antonio, TX

13 – Desert Diamond Arena – Glendale, AZ

20 – Golden 1 Center – Sacramento, CA

21 – Oakland Arena – Oakland, CA

23 – WaMu Theater – Seattle, WA

26 – Ball Arena – Denver, CO

28 – Enterprise Center – St. Louis, MO

30 – Xcel Center – St. Paul, MN

1 – United Center – Chicago, IL

2 – Little Caesar’s Arena – Detroit, MI

7 – TD Arena – Boston, MA

8 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY

9 – TD Pavillion at the Mann – Philadelphia, PA

11 – Prudential Center – Newark, NJ

13 – Capital One Arena – Washington, DC

15 – State Farm Arena – Atlanta, GA

16 – Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC

18 – Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN

19 – Legacy Area at the BJCC – Birmingham, AL

21 – Fedex Forum – Memphis, TN

23 – American Airlines Center – Dallas, TX

Photo: Erkyah Badu/Yasiin Bey

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Erykah Badu announces 2023 tour with Yasiin Bey

Yasiin Bey, FKA Mos Def, will join the R&B icon on the 25-stop Unfollow Me Tour this summer in the US

Erykah Badu is heading out on a US tour this summer with Yasiin Bey.

The R&B mainstay will be joined by the artist formerly known as Mos Def on a 25-stop tour under the banner of Unfollow Me. It'll kick off on 11th June in San Antonio, and close on 23rd July in Badu's hometown of Dallas. In between, Badu and Bey will perform in cities like Las Vegas, Oakland, Seattle, Denver, St. Louis, Chicago, Detroit, New York, Philadelphia, Memphis and Washington, DC. 

More "extraordinary guests", as Badu puts it on her Instagram , are still to be announced for the tour. 

Images of Badu featured in a New York City music photography exhibition last summer. 

Yasiin Bey's 2019 album ' Negus ', was released as an immersive sound installation which exclusively ran in the Brooklyn Museum from November 2019 through January 2020.

See the complete list of dates and learn more about the Unfollow Me Tour here .

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Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) have announced that they’re embarking on a 25-city tour of the United States. Producer Madlib recently revealed that he has an upcoming project in the works with the neo-soul queen—Erykah Badu. The talented and highly sought after composer appeared on Sway in the Morning with Talib Kweli to promote their new album Liberation 2. During the conversation, Madlib said he recently began work on a full-length effort with Ms. Badu.

He added: “[Erykah and I] just started on an album … We have a lot of unreleased stuff.” teased an upcoming project with Badu

Badu’s tour—the Unfollow Me tour begins on June 11 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, TX. It will conclude on July 23 at the American Airlines Center in San Antonio, TX.

Pre-sales begin on April 20 through Ticketmaster.

Check out the Unfollow Me tour dates below: June 11 – AT&T Center – San Antonio, TC 13 – Desert Diamond Arena – Glendale, AZ 20 – Golden 1 Center – Sacramento, CA 21 – Oakland Arena – Oakland, CA 23 – WaMu Theater – Seattle, WA 26 – Ball Arena – Denver, CO 28 – Enterprise Center – St. Louis, MO 30 – Xcel Center – St. Paul, MN

July 1 – United Center – Chicago, IL 2 – Little Caesar’s Arena – Detroit, MI 7 – TD Arena – Boston, MA 8 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY 9 – TD Pavillion at the Mann – Philadelphia, PA 11 – Prudential Center – Newark, NJ 13 – Capital One Arena – Washington, DC 15 – State Farm Arena – Atlanta, GA 16 – Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC 18 – Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN 19 – Legacy Area at the BJCC – Birmingham, AL 21 – Fedex Forum – Memphis, TN 23 – American Airlines Center – Dallas, TX

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Erykah Badu has announced a summer tour with Yasiin Bey (Mos Def), coming to Charlotte in July

April 17, 2023

Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Erykah Badu has announced a 25-city U.S. tour with rapper and longtime friend, Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def. The tour will kick off in Badu’s home state of Texas and arrive in Charlotte at Spectrum Center of July 16. Badu’s debut multi-platinum album, Baduizm , released in 1997, was both a critical and commercial success, establishing her as pioneer in the genre of neo-soul. She released her last full-length music project, But You Caint Use My Phone, in 2015.

Bey released the long-awaited second Black Star album with Talib Kweli, No Fear of Time, on May 3, 2022 exclusively through the podcast platform Luminary, the duo’s first full-length release in 24 years, which was entirely produced by Madlib. In 2021, he also launched The Midnight Miracle podcast on Luminary alongside Kweli and Dave Chappelle.

Badu and Bey were a part of the ’90s experimental Black music collective Soulquarians with Questlove, D’Angelo, James Poyser, Q Tip, and J Dilla.

Presale begins April 19 at 10 a.m. (APPLETREE122) and tickets go on sale to the general public starting April 20 at 2:22 p.m .

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Music and cultural icon erykah badu announces 25 city tour: “unfollow me” with hip-hop legend yasiin bey with a stop at the award-winning state farm arena in atlanta on saturday, july 15.

Tickets On Sale Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 2:22 PM at www.UnfollowMeTour.com and www.Ticketmaster.com

WHAT: BaduWorld, Inc., announces Erykah Badu , Grammy ™ award-winning singer-songwriter and performance artist, is hitting the road on her nationwide "Unfollow Me" Tour, along with hip-hop's most introspective and insightful artist, yasiin bey . The predominantly arena concerts, which are produced by Outback Presents and promise an out-of-this-world, surrealist atmosphere, will touch down in 25 cities throughout the U.S. between June 11, 2023 AD, and July 23, 2023 AD, including a spot in Atlanta at State Farm Arena on Friday, July 15, 2023.  

TICKETS: Tickets go on sale Thursday, April 20th at 2:22 pm local time at www.unfollowmetour.com and www.Ticketmaster.com.  

WHEN & WHERE:

The tour takes off in San Antonio, Texas, with a stop at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Saturday, July 15 , and makes its return landing in Badu’s hometown, Dallas, Texas, on July 23, 2023.  

ABOUT ERYKAH BADU

Erykah Badu is a powerful creative force who transcends music, film, and fashion. She is renowned for her songwriting, singing, and production skills as well as for her capacity to heal, promote female wellness, challenge oppressive structures, and uphold the values of her Afrocentric and Black Feminist roots. Her imaginative blend of soul, funk, hip-hop, jazz, and gospel has earned her multiple awards and praise since the release of her debut album, Baduizm (1997), continuing through her fifth release, New Amerykah Part Two: Return Of The Ankh (2010), plus every mixtape, soundtrack, single, video, and musical collaboration in between. Forever the innovator, she established a livestream company, revolutionized home concerts, and launched an online exchange called BaduWorldMarket.com—all in response to COVID. Recently, Badu’s cannabis accessory brand, Apple Trees, collaborated with the international cannabis lifestyle brand, Cookies, to introduce That Badu, a premium line of cannabis. Badu's fashion influence has always been a natural extension of her artistry. From her appearances at Fashion Week and the MET Gala to her numerous magazine covers and her capsule collection with luxury brand Marni, Badu’s music, art, healing, and eclectic fashion statements have made her a cultural icon like no other. To fans and followers who may look to her as a leader and a source of inspiration, eagerly awaiting her next release, both in music and in the market, she says, "Don’t follow me; chart your own path."

ABOUT yasiin bey

yasiin bey is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. His career in hip-hop started under the now-forsaken stage name ‘Mos Def’ in 1994, and in 1998 he formed the duo Black Star alongside rapper Talib Kweli, releasing their eponymous debut album, which featured the singles " Definition " and " Respiration ." In 1999, he released his solo debut, Black on Both Sides , which was widely praised and followed by The New Danger (2004), True Magic (2006), and The Ecstatic (2009), all to critical and audience acclaim. More recently yasiin bey has worked with long-time collaborators Dave Chappelle and Talib Kweli to create ‘The Midnight Miracle’, a podcast released on Luminary bringing the three personalities together in a new genre of audio encompassing music, conversation, debate and celebrity guests. In 2022, with Talib Kweli, they released a new, long-awaited Black Star album, ‘No Fear of Time ,’ produced by Madlib, on the podcasting platform Luminary.  

The editors of About.com listed him as the 14th greatest rapper on their "50 Greatest Rappers of All Time" list. Some of his top hits include " Oh No ," " Ms. Fat Booty ,” " Umi Says ," and " Mathematics ." Over the course of his career, yasiin bey has collaborated with many of the most prominent talents in popular, jazz, and hip-hop music, including Madlib, Kanye West, De La Soul, Gorillaz, Robert Glasper, Chris ‘Daddy’ Dave, Derrick Hodge, Freddie Gibbs, and Erykah Badu, to name but a few.

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Erykah Badu & Yasiin Bey (aka Mos Def) are joining forces to bring an unforgettable night of soulful vibes and thought-provoking lyrics to Capital One Arena on Thursday 13th July 2023! Erykah Badu, the iconic neo-soul queen, has captivated audiences for decades with her enchanting voice and mesmerizing stage presence. Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, is a legendary hip-hop artist and actor who has challenged the status quo with his conscious rhymes and unwavering commitment to social issues. With multiple Grammy Awards, critical acclaim, and a fiercely loyal fan base between them, this dynamic duo promises a show that will leave you inspired and awe-struck. Don't miss your chance to experience the magical fusion of Erykah Badu's soul-stirring vocals and Yasiin Bey's powerful lyricism as they grace the stage together. Buy your tickets now and be a part of this once-in-a-lifetime musical event!

Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey (aka Mos Def) are set to take the stage at Capital One Arena on Thursday 13th July 2023 with a show that promises to be an unforgettable blend of soulful tunes and thought-provoking lyrics. Badu, the enchanting queen of neo-soul, has been a groundbreaking force since her debut album Baduizm, which earned her two Grammy Awards and a legion of dedicated fans. With her unique voice and unparalleled style, she has released multiple acclaimed albums, including the widely celebrated Mama's Gun and New Amerykah series.

Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, is a powerhouse in the world of hip-hop, both as a solo artist and as one half of the acclaimed duo Black Star, alongside Talib Kweli. With a career spanning over two decades, Bey has released critically acclaimed albums such as Black on Both Sides and The Ecstatic, earning multiple Grammy nominations along the way. His artistic versatility extends to acting, with roles in films like The Italian Job and Be Kind Rewind.

Together, Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey create a formidable pair, each bringing their distinct sound and style to the stage. Their combined talents and passion for their craft guarantee a night of unforgettable performances and powerful messages. As they grace the stage at Capital One Arena, you'll be transported into a world of soul-stirring melodies and captivating lyricism, making for a truly magical experience.

This one-of-a-kind event is not to be missed, as two of the most influential artists of our time come together for a night of extraordinary music. Their collaboration will leave audiences spellbound and uplifted, showcasing the best of neo-soul and hip-hop.

Join Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey at Capital One Arena on Thursday 13th July 2023 for a show that will leave a lasting impression on your heart and mind. Don't let this chance to witness a legendary musical collaboration pass you by – grab your tickets now before they're all gone, and prepare yourself for an evening of unforgettable performances from these iconic artists.

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Music and concerts, music and concerts | erykah badu to play the x with the rapper formerly known as mos def, tickets go on sale at 2:22 p.m. thursday through ticketmaster..

Grammy-winning R&B star Erykah Badu will hit the road for a 25-date summer tour that lands at St. Paul’s Xcel Energy Center on June 30.

Tickets go on sale at 2:22 p.m. Thursday through Ticketmaster. Neither the promoter nor the venue announced prices. Yasiin Bey, the rapper formerly known as Mos Def, is also on the bill.

Born Erica Abi Wright in Dallas, Badu began her career with her 1997 debut “Baduizm,” which spawned four hits, including the chart-toppers “On and On” and “Next Lifetime.” The album went triple platinum, earned four Grammy nominations and two wins, for best female R&B vocal performance and best R&B album. Badu – along with Lauryn Hill, D’Angelo and Maxwell – is credited as a key figure in the neo soul genre.

Badu went on to release four more albums and land hits with “Tyrone,” “Bag Lady,” “Love of My Life (An Ode to Hip-Hop)” and “Window Seat.”

Since the 2010 release of her fifth album, “New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh),” Badu has largely steered clear of releasing new solo music beyond her 2015 mixtape “But You Caint Use My Phone.” She has, however, done a series of guest spots on songs from Janelle Monae, Flying Lotus, Robert Glasper and the Flaming Lips.

Yasiin Bey rose to fame as Mos Def. He has released a series of solo albums as well as numerous collaborations. In 1998, he formed the duo Black Star with Talib Kweli and issued the acclaimed debut “Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star.” After several delays, the pair issued the follow-up, “No Fear of Time,” last year.

Bey also has a side career in acting, which he began at the age of 14 when he appeared in the ABC movie “God Bless the Child” alongside Mare Winningham. He has since starred in numerous films and television shows, including “Bamboozled,” “Carmen: A Hip Hopera,” “Something the Lord Made,” “The Boondocks,” “House” and “Dexter.”

In 2011, Bey announced he had legally changed his name, telling one reporter “I began to fear that Mos Def was being treated as a product, not a person, so I’ve been going by Yasiin since ’99. At first it was just for friends and family, but now I’m declaring it openly.”

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Hot on the heels of being presented the Key to Deep Ellum, Dallas native, Erica Wright, aka Erykah Badu, has announced a 25-city US tour with Yasiin Bey (Mos Def). The Deep Ellum Foundation honored her in February during her birthday bash at The Factory.

The “Unfollow Me Tour” launches on June 11th in San Antonio, Texas, with further dates scheduled in San Diego, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago, Boston, New York, Atlanta, and beyond. Performing with Erykah is bass player Braylon Lacy, one of Buddy’s 2022 Tornados.

Tickets are on sale via  Ticketmaster .

Erykah Badu Tour Dates:

06/11 – San Antonio, TX @ AT&T Center 06/13 – Glendale, AZ @ Desert Diamond Arena 06/15 – San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena 06/16 – Las Vegas, NV @ Michelob Ultra Arena 06/17 – Los Angeles, CA @ Crypto.com Arena 06/20 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center 06/21 – Oakland, CA @ Oakland Arena 06/23 – Seattle, WA @ WaMu Theater 06/26 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena 06/28 – St. Louis, MO @ Enterprise Center 06/30 – St. Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center 07/01 – Chicago, IL @ United Center 07/02 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena 07/07 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden 07/08 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden 07/09 – Philadelphia, PA @ TD Pavilion at the Mann 07/11 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center 07/12 – Norfolk, VA @ Chartway Arena 07/13 – Washington DC @ Capital One Arena 07/15 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena 07/16 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center 07/18 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena 07/19 – Birmingham, AL @ Legacy Arena at the BJCC 07/21 – Memphis, TN @ FedExForum 07/23 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center

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ABOUT ERYKAH BADU

Erykah Badu is a powerful creative force who transcends music, film, and fashion. She is renowned for her songwriting, singing, and production skills as well as for her capacity to heal, promote female wellness, challenge oppressive structures, and uphold the values of her Afrocentric and Black Feminist roots. Her imaginative blend of soul, funk, hip-hop, jazz, and gospel has earned her multiple awards and praise since the release of her debut album, Baduizm (1997), continuing through her fifth release, New Amerykah Part Two: Return Of The Ankh (2010), plus every mixtape, soundtrack, single, video, and musical collaboration in between. Forever the innovator, she established a livestream company, revolutionized home concerts, and launched an online exchange called BaduWorldMarket.com—all in response to COVID. Recently, Badu’s cannabis accessory brand, Apple Trees, collaborated with the international cannabis lifestyle brand, Cookies, to introduce That Badu, a premium line of cannabis. Badu's fashion influence has always been a natural extension of her artistry. From her appearances at Fashion Week and the MET Gala to her numerous magazine covers and her capsule collection with luxury brand Marni, Badu’s music, art, healing, and eclectic fashion statements have made her a cultural icon like no other. To fans and followers who may look to her as a leader and a source of inspiration, eagerly awaiting her next release, both in music and in the market, she says, "Don’t follow me; chart your own path."

ABOUT yasiin bey

yasiin bey is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. His career in hip-hop started under the now-forsaken stage name ‘Mos Def’ in 1994, and in 1998 he formed the duo Black Star alongside rapper Talib Kweli, releasing their eponymous debut album, which featured the singles " Definition " and " Respiration ." In 1999, he released his solo debut, Black on Both Sides , which was widely praised and followed by The New Danger (2004), True Magic (2006), and The Ecstatic (2009), all to critical and audience acclaim. More recently yasiin bey has worked with long-time collaborators Dave Chappelle and Talib Kweli to create ‘The Midnight Miracle’, a podcast released on Luminary bringing the three personalities together in a new genre of audio encompassing music, conversation, debate and celebrity guests. In 2022, with Talib Kweli, they released a new, long-awaited Black Star album, ‘No Fear of Time ,’ produced by Madlib, on the podcasting platform Luminary.

The editors of About.com listed him as the 14th greatest rapper on their "50 Greatest Rappers of All Time" list. Some of his top hits include " Oh No ," " Ms. Fat Booty ,” " Umi Says ," and " Mathematics ." Over the course of his career, yasiin bey has collaborated with many of the most prominent talents in popular, jazz, and hip-hop music, including Madlib, Kanye West, De La Soul, Gorillaz, Robert Glasper, Chris ‘Daddy’ Dave, Derrick Hodge, Freddie Gibbs, and Erykah Badu, to name but a few.

ABOUT TOBE NWIGWE Tobe Nwigwe is an enigma. The lyrics and tone of his music tell the story of a difficultupbringing as a first-generation Nigerian kid in Houston, TX. Tobe has a singular goal inlife: "to make purpose popular".His music has garnered alot of attention, from First Lady Michelle Obama, who put hissong “I'm Dope” on her workout playlist to fellow hometown icon Beyoncé who featuredhim prominently on billboards, commercials, and in-store placements nationally for herAdidas x IVY PARK Rodeo collection campaign.Tobe holds a best-of performance for NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series quickly reachingmillions of views and wide acclaim.During the pandemic, Tobe went viral on digital platforms for his songs "I Need You To(Breonna Taylor Tribute)" and "Try Jesus." “Try Jesus” reached No. 4 on the BillboardDigital Song Sales chart.2022 was a phenomenal year of “firsts” for Tobe, highlighted by the end of yearannouncement of his first GRAMMY nomination for Best New Artist. Tobe debuted hisfirst motion picture musical score in Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever in collaborationwith Ludwig Göransson. He made his acting debut as a strong supporting character inthe critically acclaimed Netflix series, “Mo,” playing the role of Mo’s best friend, Nick.And Tobe won his first NAACP awards!In addition to leading performance sets at Something In The Water Fest, BonnarooMusic Fest, and Austin City Limits Fest, Tobe made his international debut with sold outshows in London, UK and Johannesburg, SouthAfrica. As well as featuring in his firstinternational marketing campaign, led by Italian brand, Moncler, in collaboration withPharrell Williams, where Tobe led its 70th Anniversary global campaign in print, digitaland billboards in Milan and throughout the world.Additionally,Tobe released hiswell receivedEP, moMINTs, with guest features byPharrell, 2 Chainz, Chamillionaire, CeeLo Green, Royce da 5’9, Coast Contra and NBAsuperstar Damian Lillard.2023 has shown zerosigns ofslowdown as Tobe isset to make his silver screen debutjoining the cast of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, starring as Reek, best friend tolead character, Noah.He also holds the lone original song in the film, “On My Soul”featuring Nas and Jacob Banks.On the live front, Tobe and squad made a criticallyacclaimed debut at Coachella and are embarking on multiple tier 1 festivals across theUS this summer. The year will round out with new music and some excitingcollaborationsacross fashion, music, and video!

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