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The Meal Plan: Your Complete Guide To The 2024 Broccoli City Festival
In Washington, D.C., a lot can happen in one weekend. You could spend your weekend relaxing at home, watching your favorite TV shows and ordering from your favorite restaurant. You could also spend your weekend enjoying electrifying performances from generation-defining artists and entertainers at a Black-owned festival celebrating community and culture through art and boundless joy. If you’d rather do the following, then I have some good news for you. This weekend, the annual Broccoli City Festival will make its debut at Audi Field, home to the DC United and the DC Defenders. Over the course of two days, everyone from Sexyy Red to PARTYNEXTDOOR will grace the stage with support from the likes of renowned content creator Duke Dennis, comedian Funny Marco and best-selling vocalist Bryson Tiller. Not to mention, Issa Rae is set to host the festival’s official kickoff party at Echostage. If that feels like a lot, don’t worry we’ve got you. For those making their way to the nation’s capital solo or for the first time, here’s everything you need to know.
A Good Interview: Annabelle Kline-Zilles Talks About Earthgang, Miley Cyrus And All Of That Good Sh—t
Most have just clocked out for lunch in Brooklyn as the temperature rises high enough to prove Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction of an early Spring correct. Walking down Bedford Avenue and Berry Street, the sounds of Yasiin Bey can be heard somewhere off Nassau Avenue at The Lot Radio. The digital radio station’s early afternoon mix has just begun as a group of three sits at separate benches in the gravel-covered outside the studio. Amidst the group, a 20-something DJ dons a Black hoodie, camouflage pants and a pair of sunglasses that Christopher Wallace could’ve paired with his favorite Coogi sweater. Her name is Annabelle Kline. To some, she’s a boisterous Cali girl who used to have an obsession with Hannah Montana and loves the outdoors. To others, she’s the founder of That Good Sh*t, a music discovery platform with more than 200,0000 followers and earned co-signs from Drake and EarthGang Westside Gunn.
Setting The Table: Five Questions We Have Heading Into The 2024 Broccoli City Festival
In our best David Diamante impression, we say, “The time has come! I said, ‘The time has come!'” Yes, the time has come for thousands and thousands of fans to descend upon Audi Field for this year’s Broccoli City Festival. Gunna, Megan Thee Stallion, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Victoria Monét, Kaytranada and many more talented acts are set to take the stage. Not to mention, Bryson Tiller is set to host a special edition of Trap Karaoke, Duke Dennis will be in the building, Everyday People will stop through and Uncle Waffles is teaming up with Coco Butter for a special set. To top it all off, Issa Rae, creator of Insecure and Rap Sh!t, will be hosting the official Broccoli City Festival pre-party. With all of that going down, we have some last minute questions for the festival founders, headlining acts and the fans. Will Gunna bring out IDK to perform “Tiffany” in his hometown? What will Trapsoul Karaoke with Bryson Tiller look and sound like? Here are the seven biggest questions we heav heading into this year’s Broccoli City Festival.
Pharrell Williams Sets Return Of ‘Something In The Water’
Pharrell Williams is set to bring Something In The Water back to his home state of Virginia on October 12-13, 2024. The two-day festival will coincide with the release of biopic, Piece By Piece, which will debut in theaters on Friday, October 11. Using Lego animation, the film will tell the story of his rise from Virginia to the top of fashion, music and culture. Along the way, the film will feature Lego characters voiced by many of his real-life friends, including Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z and Snoop Dogg among others.
Will Smith Readies New Album, Signs Distribution Deal
Will Smith is ready to return to the world of music. Weeks after performing at the 2024 BET Awards, Smith has confirmed the completion of his first new album in more than a decade. To celebrate the project’s completion, the Hollywood star did a car test in which he played a few new tracks for special guests, including Russ and Paulo Londra.
KV The Writer, Mai Lee And Reggie Son Team Up For The ‘Figure Out The Rest’ Remix
KV The Writer has recruited Mai Lee and Reggie Son for the “Figure Out The Rest” remix. The midwest posse cut brings together a trio of St. Louis-based artist who effortlessly weave their way in and out of the production’s melodic guitar strums as they sing and rap about finding love in The Lou.
Journey Montana Finds Love With ‘You’
The self-proclaimed saddest girl in Harlem has found love and she’s ready to sing about it. On Friday, July 26, Journey Montana delivered her latest single, “You,” a slow-burning, emotive ode to her newfound love. Filled to the brim with intense passion of a Scorpio songwriter, the Harlem native transforms a fiery romance into a melody that slowly builds and builds until it crescendoes as the chorus. While in love, she remains clear and decisive about what she wants — you.
Connie Diiamond Recruits Vontee The Singer For ‘Jodeci’
Connie Diiamond is the latest artist to put their spin on the infectious Sexy Drill sound that has captivated the city of New York. Alongside Sexy Drill songwriter Vontee The Singer, the Bronx native blends Jodeci’s classic track “Come & Talk to Me” with her distinct blend of gritty lyricism to craft a summer anthem called “Jodeci” that boldly announces her entrance into the Sexy Drill scene. Vontee The Singer plays off of word play effortlessly, adding his infectious, auto tuned vocals to the three-minute track.
Mustard Taps Young Thug, Lil’ Durk And More For ‘Faith Of A Mustard Seed’
The days of “Don’t Tell ‘Em” with Jeremih and “Or Nah” with Ty Dolla $ign will always be celebrated, but Mustard is ready to begin a new chapter in his musical journey. Five years after releasing Perfect Ten, Mustard has released a new project called Faith Of A Mustard Seed. As always, he shows his ability to make a club hit, but he also uses the project to showcase other tools in his arsenal. Most notably, the album’s outro, “Pray For Me,” showcases his ability as a rapper. From opening up about his father’s deportation to discussing his past dispute with TeeFLii, he uses a Gospel choir as the backdrop to dive deeper into his personal life.
Ice Spice Delivers Her Debut Album, ‘Y2K’
When Ice Spice delivered her breakout single, “Munch,” in 2022, very few knew where it would take her career. Two years and more than 100 million Spotify streams later, the “Munch” rapper has shared the stage with Taylor Swift, led a Super Bowl ad campaign for Starry and collaborated with everyone from Nicki Minaj to Central Cee. Along the way, many have wondered if her momentum would cease. Time after time, she managed to record a hit just at the right time. From “Deli” to the “Fisherrr” remix with Cash Cobain, the Bronx native has become one of the biggest hitmakers in music for the better part of the last few years. Now, she’s ready to prove that she can not only make hit singles, but she can also release number one albums. This Friday, Ice Spice achieves a major milestone in her career as she releases her drops her debut album, Y2K.
TA Thomas Finds The Silver Lining When His Woman Gets ‘Angry’
On Wednesday, July 24, TA Thomas made his grand return with producer, Ray Keys. Together, the duo delivered “Angry,” a soulful selection that pairs relatable lyrics with passionate delivery. As Thomas’s songwriting and the official video illustrates, “Angry” sets the listeners in Def Jam recording artist’s bedroom. While...
Ice Spice Addresses Feud With Latto: ‘It’s Just Not Even Funny’
For months, many have openly discussed the growing tension between Latto and Ice Spice. Most recently, the two performed tracks aimed at each other during the 2024 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California. However, one of the combatants doesn’t believe the feud between the two is all that intense.
Broccoli City Mixtape: 15 Gunna Songs We Need To Hear At This Year’s Broccoli City Festival
Gunna is prepared to make his triumphant return to the Broccoli City Festival stage this weekend in Washington, D.C. When the Atlanta native performed at the festival in 2022, he was seemingly staking his claim atop the world of popular music. His album, DS4Ever, had debuted atop the Billboard 200 chart. His latest singles, “P Power” featuring Drake and “Pushin’ P” with Young Thug and Future, were gaining steam. His label, YSL, was reaching unprecedented heights. Then, it all came crashing down.
Anderson .Paak Teams Up With Gwen Stefani For Olympic Anthem
Coca-Cola has enlisted Gwen Stefani and Anderson .Paak for a new single celebrating the start of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games and the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games. Crafted by Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic, “Hello World (Song of the Olympics)” is a described as an anthem celebrating the “exciting and celebratory spirit” of the global sporting event.
Tessa Thompson To Star In Netflix’s ‘His & Hers’
Actress Tessa Thompson will star in Netflix’s upcoming limited series, His & Hers. Thompson will play the lead role of Anna, a journalist returning to cover a murder in her hometown of Dahlonega, Georgia. “Set in the sweltering heat of Atlanta, Anna (Thompson) lives in haunting reclusivity, fading away...
Glen Powell Says He Has A Start Date For ‘Top Gun’ III
The Top Gun saga continues. Glen Powell has confirmed he will return for the forthcoming Top Gun: Maverick sequel. However, he’s not sharing much beyond that. During a recent episode of Happy Sad Confused, the actor told host Josh Horowitz that he has a “start date” for production, but declined to offer the exact date or any other details about it.
James Mangold Explains Why He Believes Multiverses Are The ‘Enemy Of Storytelling’
In 2017, Director James Mangold found success with the Hugh Jackman-led Logan. Released four years after his previous Wolverine-centric picture, The Wolverine, it grossed more than $600 million on a budget of under $150 million while earning rave reviews from critics. “The ending of Logan…works in a bold and poignant...
Review Roundup: Here’s What Everyone Is Saying About ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Description: A listless Wade Wilson toils away in civilian life with his days as the morally flexible mercenary, Deadpool, behind him. But when his homeworld faces an existential threat, Wade must reluctantly suit-up again with an even more reluctant Wolverine. Trailer. Critics’ Chatter. “Directed by Shawn Levy from a...
Katherine Waterston Joins Showtime’s Spy Drama — ‘The Agency’
Katherine Waterston is the latest actress to join the cast of Paramount+ with Showtime’s forthcoming spy drama series, The Agency. Waterston joins a star-studded cast that includes Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, Michael Fassbender and Richard Gere. Production has already reportedly begun in London. According to multiple reports, Paramount+ with...
Rebecca Ferguson Joins ‘Peaky Blinders’ Movie
Actress Rebecca Ferguson is the latest star to join the cast of the highly-anticipated feature film inspired by the popular series, Peaky Blinders. Details regarding her role are being kept under wraps. Ferguson is the second star to attach their name to the film, following Academy Award winner Cillian Murphy....
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