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Lil Nas X wants his tour to be like none other, which is why he is using every technological advancement available to make his shows pop.

The Grammy winner is just the second artist to use augmented reality on his shows, following his “Industry Baby” collaborator Jack Harlow, who was first to use the new technology.

Lil Nas X kicked off his Long Live Montero tour in Detroit on Tuesday, and fans were invited to use Snapchat to heighten their experience by unlocking exclusive AR content that’s embedded in the three-act concert.

Billboard reports concertgoers can access the content in multiple ways. One hidden secret is found by scanning a Playbill that’s handed to them at the start of the show, which unlocks a narration of what’s to come. Fans can also scan the show itself for more AR embellishments, from butterflies to a digital replica of Lil Nas X.

In addition to enhancing his show by digital means, an official press release states the “Old Town Road” rapper employs a robust array of outfit changes, props and dance numbers.  

The show plays out in three acts, which are titled Rebirth, Transformation and Becoming. Each segment represents a different part of Lil Nas X’s journey. Intertwined in the storyline are Lil Nas X’s greatest hits and fan-favorite songs, from “That’s What I Want” to “Scoop.”

To get a taste of what his shows entail, check out the promo video that he posted to Instagram, which previews some of his outfits, backdrops and dance moves.

Lil Nas X continues his tour for a second go in Detroit on Wednesday night before taking his multidate trek across the globe. The jaunt wraps January 4 with a spot in Australia’s Hordern Pavilion in Sydney.

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After more than 30 years as a film and TV star, Queen Latifah has earned a very special clause in her contracts: her character is not allowed to die.

As Cleo Sims in 1996’s Set It Off, she was killed by police in a high-speed chase. Her characters also died in 1998’s Sphere co-starring Samuel L. Jackson and 1999’s The Bone Collector co-starring Denzel Washington.

“I don’t get to do any sequels if I keep being this good at [dying]. So I said, ‘Look, you gotta put a no death clause in these contracts so they can’t just kill me off like this,” the Oscar nominee told Entertainment Tonight.

However Latifah, born Dana Owens, joked that under the right circumstances, she would wave the clause.

“But, um, I mean, of course, for the right price, you know,” she joked.”She dies! That s***’s in the script, you know?”

The Queen is waiting with her Girls Trip co-stars Jada Pinkett Smith, Regina Hall and Tiffany Haddish for the sequel to their 2017 hit film.

“From everything I know it’s locked and loaded and ready to go,” The Equalizer stars adds. “It’s just that somebody’s gotta make it happen.”

For her next movie, Latifah stars in the thriller End of the Road. She portrays a mother of two on a road trip through the desert with her brother, played by Ludacris. When they witness a violent murder, the family become the target of a mysterious killer.

Latifah loved working “in a place that I’ve never shot in, New Mexico, which was just so much so different from every place I’ve ever been,” she added. “It was actually a lot of fun.”

End of the Road premieres Friday on Netflix.

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Viola Davis stars in The Woman King, the story of the all-female warrior unit that protected the West African kingdom of Dahomey in the 19th century. The Oscar/Emmy/Tony Award winner portrays a general who trains the next generation of warriors.

After being in development for nearly eight years, Davis admits it looked doubtful the film would be completed.

“We’re thrust in the business automatically assuming that something is not going to happen if it’s never been done before,” Davis tells Essence for the digital cover of the September issue. “There’s not going to be any support, no one’s going to want to do it, no studio’s going to give it the green light vote and who would want to see me like that?”

However, her faith was renewed when one of the producers presented her with good news.

“Kathy Schulman came with the script by Dana Stevens and I was like, ‘Oh, OK.'”

After beginning her career on Broadway 34 years ago, Davis is now one of the leading Black actresses in Hollywood. However, she is always conscious of the ongoing struggle for equality.

“There are no words to describe the journey, the sweat, the blood, the war that is being a Black artist and being a Black female artist,” the 57-year-old star says.

Viola says the Hollywood power brokers need to understand how Blacks have suffered unfairly in film and television.

“When they see the carnage of all the Black actors who were out there, even during the Sidney Poitier years, that couldn’t even have an agent, because it was nothing out there for them. If they see the blood, sweat and tears of what it took … then they would be on board,” Davis concludes.

The Woman King opens in theaters Friday, September 16.

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Meek Mill wants to perform at a wedding in October for free.

The “Going Bad” rapper is offering his wedding singer services to mark the 10th anniversary of his debut album, Dreams and Nightmares, which dropped on October 30, 2012.

“If you get married in October … ima commit to performing dreams & nightmares at a wedding for free for the 10 year Anniversary,” Mill tweeted on Tuesday.

He received numerous replies, including a fan from the MidWest who laughed about the prospect of the Philly rapper traveling across the country for his wedding.

“October 29th, middle of no where in Iowa! Come through! Hahahahahaha,” the follower wrote.

Another fan closer to Meek’s hometown hopes Mill will be the wedding entertainment for his best friend.

“My boy is getting married October 29th,” the person tweeted. “Last song at the wedding was already gonna be dreams and nightmares so you may as well come perform it live. North Jersey. Groom and all the groomsmen all from Philly.”

The 35-year-old MC added that this was “not a marketing plan” but instead a “random thought.”

Dreams and Nightmares debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and was verified Gold. The first single, “Amen,” featured Drake. The star-studded album also included collabs with Nas, Rick Ross, Mary J. Blige, John Legend and Big Sean.

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Teyana Taylor received a special surprise on her farewell concert tour this week from her good friend and idol Janet Jackson.

Janet attended Teyana’s concert at the O2 Academy in London, and the room was filled with love as the “Rhythm Nation” singer greeted her backstage.

“Def one of the greatest surprises of my life,” Teyana commented on Instagram as she posted several photos with Jackson, as well as shots from the concert.

“Thank you for ur loving words always…. No matter how close our bond continues to grow, I will always still be one of ya biggest fans! Thank you for always being so genuine & being an inspiration to us all!” the singer/actress/choreographer continued. “You are the reason I give 134667643% when I hit that stage. You are the blueprint. I love you Queen.”

When Taylor announced she was retiring from the stage in December 2020, Janet shared some public words of support.

“You have an undeniable gift from God,” Janet wrote on Instagram, adding that she would “always” be here for Teyana.

Taylor wraps The Last Rose Petal 2 farewell tour Thursday night in Paris.

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Diddy and Swizz Beatz are vowing to boycott Adidas after Kanye West claimed the company allegedly copied his designs.

“This war wasn’t about money. It was about control of our families, of our business, of our story,” Ye commented on Instagram. “I gave them the opportunity to settle this quietly.”

Diddy is now demanding that Adidas properly respect West.

“Since the era of Run-DMC, @Adidas has always used Hip Hop to build its brand and make billions off of our culture,” the Bad Boy Entertainment founder commented. “BUT WE ARE MORE THAN JUST CONSUMERS NOW, WE’RE THE OWNERS. @KanyeWest and @Yeezy are the reason Adidas is relevant to culture. WE KNOW OUR VALUE! I’m done wearing Adidas products until they make this right!! We have to support each other!!”

Swizz Beatz also stood with Kanye in protesting against Adidas.

“I usually mind my business but this is DEAD WRONG! If we let them do this to @kanyewest it will happen to us also! This man created this groundbreaking innovation and it should be respected as a creative!” the Grammy winner wrote.

“YE is only asking for his work to be respected and not stolen that’s not crazy to me!!: he continued. “We not buying these !!!!!!!!!!!!@adidas you’re supposed to be original do the correct thing please!!!”

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(SEATTLE) — Sue Bird said her goodbyes to fans Tuesday night as the Seattle Storm lost to the Las Vegas Aces in Game 4 of the WNBA Semifinals.

The 97-92 loss marked the end of the 41-year-old guard’s legendary two-decade career in Seattle. She wrapped up the night with eight points and eight assists.

Bird began her career in 2002 when she was chosen by the Storm as their first overall pick in round one of the WNBA draft. She closes out her time in the league with four WNBA championships and five Olympic gold medals.

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