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New York Post
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- New York Post
Eve interview: Tour with Nelly, Ja Rule, where to buy tickets
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. Featured pricing is subject to change. Eve has returned to the party. After a nine-year hiatus — save for a handful of one-off concerts and festival appearances — the hitmaker is returning to the stage with co-headliners Nelly and Ja Rule on their summer 2025 'Where The Party At Tour.' And, now, nearly a decade removed from the spotlight, the Philadelphia native and mother to a three-year-old is excited to deliver her classic chart-toppers with a twist to her fans. Advertisement 'I know people are coming to hear the hits and I pretty much keep it to that but there are some newer tracks, too,' the Grammy-winner told The New York Post in an exclusive interview. 'Between the choreography, themes and visuals, the actual show itself is very modern. I keep it upbeat.' Based on concert footage from a recent gig of hers in London shared on Instagram, it's abundantly clear Eve's telling the truth. Her stage show looks as lively, raucous, high-octane and adventurous as any she's ever put on over the course of her 27-year career. Or as she humbly said 'it's a good time and there's a great energy.' If you want to see Eve live and 'have ya mind blown,' the 'Where's The Party At Tour' wil be in the Tri-State for a trio of gigs these next few weeks. Advertisement First up, the 'Where The Party At Tour' is slated to drop by Holmdel, NJ's PNC Bank Arts Center on Saturday, July 26. Shortly after, the '00 hitmakers swing into Long Island's Jones Beach Theater on Sunday, July 27. Finally, they'll rock Buffalo's Darien Lake Amphitheater on Friday, Aug. 1. From there, the 27-show 'Party' stretches all the way into September. Need to be there? Advertisement For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about Eve, Nelly and Ja Rule's 'Where The Party At Tour' including more of our exclusive interview below. 'Where The Party At Tour' schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found here: Eve set list On May 26, Eve performed at Amsterdam's Ziggo Dome. Based on our findings at Set List FM, here's what she took to the stage that evening. Advertisement 01.) 'First Lady (intro)' 02.) 'Who's That Girl?' 03.) 'Hot Boyz' (Missy Elliott cover) 04.) 'What Ya Want' (Ruff Ryders song) 05.) 'We Gonna Make It Remix' (Jadakiss cover) 06.) 'Got What You Need' 07.) '1 Thing' (Amerie cover) 08.) 'Not Today' (Mary J. Blige cover) 09.) 'Satisfaction' 10.) 'Slippin' / Get It On the Floor / Where The Hood At / Party Up' (DMX cover) 11.) 'Gangsta Lovin'' 12.) 'Like This' (Kelly Rowland cover) 13.) 'Rich Girl' (Gwen Stefani cover) 14.) 'Let Me Blow Ya Mind' 15.) 'Tambourine' Eve interview The talented singer/rapper took us behind the scenes of the tour and filled in the gaps on everything we wanted to know. Here's what she had to tell us about 'Where The Party At.' What songs do you take to the stage on tour? Songs I know people want to dance to. 'Who's That Girl,' 'Gangsta Lovin'' and lot of things in between. My favorite songs to play these days are 'Blow Your Mind' and 'Satisfaction.' My dancers are incredible. So, I give them some shine. My DJ is amazing as well, so he gets some time. It's a party the whole show. I just want people to come and have a good time. What makes these co-headliner shows special? Nelly, Ja Rule and I come from this era of Hip-Hop that was just incredible. There was a a certain sound. There was a certain aura and that's what makes it special. Advertisement And Nelly's got the Saint Lunatics on stage. His dancers are incredible. Obviously, his track list is amazing as is Ja Rule's. It's gonna be hit after hit after hit.' What's it like touring with your husband and three-year-old? 'My husband has always come with me and my bonus kids when I've performed but I've never had a three-year-old on a tour, so we'll see how that goes. But my mother is also gonna be on tour and my brother, so it's gonna be a family affair. Have how have you grown as a performer these past few years? Advertisement What excites me about performing these songs that I've done for so long is being able to visually give them new life with dancing and choreography. Like with 'Who's That Girl,' I had a female trumpet player perform with me at one of the shows in London, and she is in the video for Who's That Girl.' We've also found footage of women of color throughout history who played the trumpet and horns. I wanted to give that song a little more weight, make it mean something a little more and teach people some things too. What's the coolest part of Nelly's portion of the show? In Europe, he had a VIP section on stage, and I think that is a really cool concept. They play out a whole thing about letting them into the VIP section with security, and that's dope, being on stage with an artist and becoming a part of the performance. What should people come why should people come out to your live show? Advertisement We all need some levity at this point in our lives and if we can help you go back to a place in your life where you were having the best time, let the music transport you. Come and relive your high school years or bring bring your kids. t'll be a good night out. Come and enjoy yourself.' This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Huge artists on tour in 2025 Need even more live music in your life? Advertisement Here are just five artists from Eve's late '90s/early '00s heyday you won't want to miss live these next few months. • Brandy with Monica • John Legend • Erykah Badu • Ludacris • T-Pain Who else is on the road? Take a look at our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
Boston Globe
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Sterling K. Brown in ‘Washington Black,' LL Cool J hosts a docuseries, and the return of ‘Happy Gilmore'
Advertisement From left: Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman in "The Hunting Wives." Kent Smith 'The Hunting Wives,' Monday on Netflix: The wave of female-driven psychological thrillers a la ' 'Hip Hop Was Born Here,' Tuesday on Paramount+: 'NCIS: Los Angeles' cast member, rapper, and Grammy-winner LL Cool J hosts the original five-part docuseries about hip-hop's history, its music, and culture. The New Yorker, born James Todd Smith, sets the genre's birthplace squarely in New York City. After joining Def Jam Records, he got his bona fides by creating 10 consecutive platinum-selling albums. Interviewing legends Method Man, Big Daddy Kane, Remy Ma, and Jadakiss, among many others, the host uses an anecdotal approach to access the roots of the multi-generational movement. Advertisement 'Match Game,' Tuesday on ABC at 9 p.m. then streaming on Hulu: The game show reboot and resurgence continues with can't-stop-won't-stop 'Only Murders in the Building' star Martin Short as host. Not much has changed except that the purse is larger, and the boundaries of acceptable TV speech have been expanded. 'Match Game,' which first aired in 1962 with Gene Rayburn as host and Johnny Olson as announcer, premiered in black and white. Short will lead a gaudier weekly version. At stake is $25,000 as four contestants battle to 'match' the answers of six celebrities with fill-in-the-blank questions straight off a naughty SAT cheat sheet. 'Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time,' Friday on National Geographic: With raging storms and flash floods in Texas, North Carolina, and New Jersey, the lessons of Louisiana's 2005 Hurricane Katrina still resonate. Armed with two decades of hindsight, the docuseries, directed by Oscar nominee Traci A. Curry, delivers a play-by-play of that catastrophic event, debunking myths, examining political and social repercussions, and offering insights to fuel future preparedness. Advertisement Thelma Adams is a cultural critic and the author of the best-selling historical novel 'The Last Woman Standing,' about Josephine Marcus, the Jewish wife of Wyatt Earp.
Elle
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Klay Thompson Goes Instagram Official With Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson essentially announced they were dating this week, both sharing discreet yet obvious snaps of one another on Instagram. First, the rapper posted some bathing suit shots by a luxurious pool with a mystery man lounging in the back. Fans of the NBA star guessed it was him instantly, setting off a flurry of rumors about the pair's relationship status. She also captioned the carousel with two emojis: a palm tree and an airplane, indicating a trip, which is not usually first date stuff. Then on Saturday, July 12, Thompson posted a carousel of moments in his recent life that appeared to include Megan and a trip to the Bahamas. In one shot, he is kissing a woman with her back turned to us, in another he is holding a woman's manicured hand. The manicure matches the same color and shape she was wearing poolside. So who is Klay Thompson? Here's everything to know about the Dallas Mavericks star and his relationship with the Grammy-winner so far. Sports fans might laugh at the question, because Thompson is a four-time NBA champion who is very well-known for his incredibly athleticism. Thompson was born in Los Angeles to parents Julie and Mychal Thompson, both successful athletes as well. His mother was a volleyball player and his dad was the the first overall pick of the 1978 NBA draft, per The Columbian. The family moved to Oregon when Thompson was only two, before heading back to California for his high school career. He was invested in basketball early and went on to play at Washington State University for college. He was selected 11th overall by the Golden State Warriors in 2011, the team where he won four NBA championships. Thompson traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 2024. He is also a member of the United States national team, and won a gold medal at the 2016 Olympics. It's not clear when the couple linked up. The musical artist was last romantically involved with NBA forward Torrey Craig, reportedly splitting with him in April 2024. The basketball star dated actress Laura Herrier from 2018 to 2020.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Purbayan Chatterjee: I'm excited to perform with Shankar Mahadevan at NYC
Sitar virtuoso Purbayan Chatterjee is set to perform with Shankar Mahadevan in New York City on September 12 and 13, promising a diverse mix of Indian classical, folk, and contemporary music. The concert will also feature tabla maestro Ojas Adhia, folk singer Mame Khan, and Shreya Ghoshal. Sitar virtuoso Purbayan Chatterjee is all set to share the stage with the legendary singer-composer and Grammy-winner Shankar Mahadevan on September 12 and 13. He says, 'I'm very excited to be performing in New York City alongside Shankar Mahadevan ji who is one of my mentors. Shankar ji is like a guru, a mentor and we are under his baton and command at the show, so we will play whatever he wants us to. ' The concert promises an eclectic mix of Indian classical, folk, and contemporary sounds. Though the exact setlist is still under wraps, Purbayan shared some possible musical directions based on the spontaneity that defines Shankar Mahadevan's approach. 'If I'm trying to make some guesses about what we might play, the first thing that comes to mind for me right now is of course Garaj Garaj from Bandish Bandits,' he says. The lineup is a veritable celebration of Indian musical diversity. 'Tabla maestro Ojas Adhia is expected to join,' he says hinting at intricate classical exchanges. 'I'm sure Shankar ji will lead some kind of a jugalbandi and a trading between the three of us,' Purbayan speculates. Adding to the mosaic are folk powerhouse is Mame Khan, and the melodious icon Shreya Ghoshal . 'I'm sure the concert will have different components. Shreya Ghoshal ji will be singing some ballads or maybe some ghazals, and I will try to do my bit to add to those,' he says. The grand finale, he shares, will bring all the artists together in a 'culmination with everybody trying to add different colors and flavors from different regions of India and different aspects of Indian music.' As rehearsals gear up closer to the date, what remains certain is that this collaboration that is driven by reverence, spontaneity, and shared artistry, will be one for the ages.
Courier-Mail
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Chris Brown arrives at court over club ‘attack' after ‘hitting producer several times with bottle'
Don't miss out on the headlines from Celebrity Life. Followed categories will be added to My News. Chris Brown has arrived in court, accused of assaulting a music producer while flanked by a gaggle of adoring fans. The US R & B star, wearing a brown checked suit, red striped tie and shades, is set to enter further pleas ahead of a trial set for next year. He looked stony-faced as he arrived at the London court this morning ahead of a short trial preparation hearing. More than a dozen loyal female supporters queued up outside the courtroom on Friday morning to get a spot in the public gallery ahead of the trial starting at 10.30am. The star has previously pleaded not guilty to striking Abe Diaw with a bottle at a London nightclub in February 2023. Co-defendant, US national Omololu Akinlolu, 39, has also pleaded not guilty to attempting to cause grievous bodily harm. The pair are also both charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm against Mr Diaw. Brown faces another charge of possessing an offensive weapon – a bottle – in a public place. They are expected to enter pleas for those charges at Southwark Crown Court today. Chris Brown has arrived in court, accused of assaulting a music producer while flanked by a gaggle of adoring fans. Picture:His lawyer, Sallie Bennett-Jenkins KC, has previously suggested that he would dispute the charges on self-defence grounds. The alleged attack took place in a nightclub called Tape in Mayfair, central London. Brown has just finished a string of UK gigs despite the ongoing court proceedings – with the US leg of his tour set to kick off at the end of the month. Judge Baumgartner previously bailed both defendants and set a five to seven day trial for October 26, 2026. Brown was arrested at the five-star Lowry Hotel in Manchester after flying into the city on a private jet. It comes after Brown was freed on bail after paying a £5million security fee to the court. The two-time Grammy-winner, who is performing a string of UK gigs, later posted on Instagram: 'From the cage to the stage!' The court heard previously that Brown is alleged to have struck Abe Diaw 'several times' with a bottle before chasing him across the bar. He is then accused of punching and kicking him alongside his co-defendant Omololu Akinlolu. The court heard previously that Brown is alleged to have struck Abe Diaw 'several times' with a bottle before chasing him across the bar. (James Manning/PA via AP) Akinlolu – a US rapper who performs under the name HoodyBaby – also pleaded not guilty to attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent. The alleged attack was captured on CCTV in a club 'full of people', it was said. Brown was bailed on the condition surrender his passport if he is not travelling on tour. His gigs kicked off in Amsterdam on June 8, with his first UK performance in Manchester taking place on June 15. He played in Cardiff's Principality Stadium to a sell-out crowd. Adele Kelly, the Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS London North, said at the time: 'We have authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Chris Brown with one count of grievous bodily harm, contrary to section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. 'The alleged incident occurred in London on 19 February 2023. 'He will have his first court appearance on Friday 16 May at Manchester Magistrates' Court. 'The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against this defendant are active and that he has the right to a fair trial. 'It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.' This article originally appeared in The Sun and was reproduced with permission Originally published as Chris Brown arrives at court over club 'attack' after 'hitting producer several times with bottle'
