Two of the most influential forces in hip-hop history are joining forces for a landmark concert series as Cash Money and No Limit Records announced a joint arena tour on Monday.
The announcement, shared by Master P via social media, marks a historic collaboration between the cross-town New Orleans rivals who dominated the music industry during the late 1990s and early 2000s. The upcoming trek, billed as “Two Empires. One Stage. One Time,” is scheduled to kick off in September.
“The fans have been waiting..”
The 17-city tour is expected to span just over a month, bringing together a massive roster of legendary southern rap artists. Master P took to Instagram to share his excitement for the venture, promising fans an “epic” experience that serves as a tribute to the labels’ shared roots. “The fans have been waiting for a tour like this for a long time,” Master P said in a statement accompanying the news. “We came from New Orleans and built something the world had never seen before — movements that changed music, hip-hop culture, and the business forever.”
The performance lineup features a heavy-hitting roster from both camps. Representing the “Cash Money Millionaires” and No Limit “Soldiers” are Juvenile, Mannie Fresh, B.G., Silkk the Shocker, Mia X, and Mac. Other confirmed performers include Mercedes, Fiend, Choppa Style, and Mr. Serv-On. Label heads Master P and Birdman are also slated to appear, with Boosie Badazz joining the tour as a special guest.
Former Hot Boy member Turk is not listed on the bill following a legal dispute involving a previous anniversary tour, though recent reports indicate that the associated lawsuits have since been dropped.
This joint venture follows the momentum of a successful “Verzuz” battle between the two labels held during ComplexCon in Las Vegas last year. That event reignited interest in the storied history of the Louisiana labels, which were once fierce competitors for airwaves and chart dominance.
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