BET is set to take over Los Angeles this summer with a star-studded lineup for the 2024 BET Experience, leading up to the highly anticipated BET Awards. The media company announced on April 15 that Cardi B, Davido, Gunna, and Sexyy Red will headline the event, promising an unforgettable weekend of music and culture.
The festivities will kick off on June 28 at the Crypto.com Arena in Downtown Los Angeles, where Cardi B and her fellow headliners will set the stage ablaze. Fans eager to secure their spots can now purchase pre-sale tickets on the BET Experience website.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there. On June 29, the iconic Hollywood Bowl will host another spectacular concert featuring Queen Latifah, The Roots, Common, Jungle Brothers, and more. This diverse lineup ensures that fans of all musical tastes will find something to enjoy.
For those in Los Angeles, the BETX 2024 FanFest at the Los Angeles Convention Center is a must-visit. Throughout the weekend, the FanFest will offer “Genius Talks,” immersive workshops, and other engaging activities, providing a comprehensive cultural experience.
The weekend’s events will culminate in the BET Awards 2024 on June 30, celebrating hip-hop’s legacy and honoring the dignitaries of Black culture. This year’s awards promise to be a grand affair, with performances and appearances by some of the biggest names in the industry.
Veteran journalist Elliott Wilson speculated that Cardi B’s return to the stage might coincide with the release of her highly anticipated sophomore album. “Does this mean @iamcardib album 6/28,” he pondered on social media platform X.
Earlier in April, Cardi B celebrated the sixth anniversary of her Grammy-winning debut album, “Invasion of Privacy,” and hinted at new music on the horizon. “6 years ago I released my first album and it broke so many records GAH LEE!!” she wrote. “6 years later I’m preparing to drop the next one this year.. it’s so different from what everyone is expecting and I’m sooo excited.”
“Invasion of Privacy” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart and included Hot 100 No. 1 singles like “Bodak Yellow” and “I Like It.” Cardi B has already set the tone for 2024 with two singles released last month: “Like What (Freestyle)” and the Hot 100 top 10 hit “Enough (Miami).”
The BET Experience is making a grand return after a five-year hiatus, having been canceled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event’s comeback is highly anticipated, and the lineup does not disappoint. Alongside Cardi B, Davido, Gunna, and Sexyy Red, the event will feature performances by The Roots, Common, Queen Latifah, and Jungle Brothers.
The BETX 2024 FanFest, a free event at the Los Angeles Convention Center, will take place on June 28 and 29. It will offer fans a chance to engage in various activities, including seminars on fashion, health, food, and financial empowerment.
As the weekend progresses, the excitement will build up to the BET Awards 2024 on June 30. The awards show will feature performances by some of the biggest names in the industry, including Megan Thee Stallion, who will kick off the night’s festivities. Other performers include Summer Walker, Tyla, Victoria Monet, Ms. Lauryn Hill & YG Marley, GloRilla, Latto, and Will Smith.
Will Smith is set to perform his new track, “You Can Make It,” featuring Fridayy and The Sunday Service Collective. Fans are also eagerly awaiting the tribute to this year’s Lifetime Achievement Honoree, with many speculating on who will take the stage to honor the recipient.
The BET Experience 2024 promises to be a celebration of music, culture, and community, bringing together some of the most influential artists in the industry. With a lineup that includes Cardi B, Davido, Gunna, Sexyy Red, The Roots, Common, Queen Latifah, and Jungle Brothers, fans are in for an unforgettable weekend.
Tickets for the BET Experience are on sale now at BETExperience.com, and fans are encouraged to secure their spots before they sell out. The return of the BET Experience marks a significant moment for the music and entertainment industry, and the 2024 edition is set to be one for the books.
Source: Variety, Billboard, BET
