5 Concerts and Festivals to Attend this Summer as a Millennial
Millennials —we are a diverse generational cohort shaped by rapid technological change, economic upheaval, and shifting social norms. Dare I say we are the better generation since we are comfortable with technology, the most highly educated generation and emphasize authenticity, diversity, and social responsibility. We are also the first generation who started therapy collectively.
We also have the best music. Millennial tastes have revived interest in nostalgia (90s and early 2000s culture, vinyl records). We made hip-hop mainstream and want to celebrate the artists we love. We also want to feel comfortable and catered to. Here’s some concerts and festivals to attend this summer to celebrate millennial nostalgia:
Jeezy
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
When: May 1, 2, 23,24
Cost: about $100 per ticket
Jeezy’s music represent Trap Music as one of my favorite lines “Dope Boy 95 Air Max On.” He is actually the first rapper I saw in concert and instantly I fell in love with his energy, cadence, and thug motivation.
Jeezy is one of the first rappers to sell out his Black Tie and Orchestra style concerts. I personally love the mix of hip-hop and orchestra. According to the website, Jeezy is bringing his Black Tie and Orchestra set to Las Vegas as a residency. Get your tickets now!
2. Rick Ross
Where: Seventeen Cities Including Miami, Atlanta, Philly, Chicago, and Charlotte
When: May 29-August 29
Cost: about $100 per ticket
Rick Ross will follow Jeezy’s style and celebrate the 20th anniversary of album “Port of Miami” with Black-Tie Orchestra style concert. The concert will feature symphony and Sainted Trap Choir. The concert aestheic will mirror high-society gala so get your black dresses and ties ready. Get tickets now!
3. Jay-Z
Where: Yankee Stadium, NYC
When: July 10-12
Cost: $300 per ticket
It’s the ROC! Rapper and Hip-Hop Billionaire Jay-Z is celebrating 30th anniversary of his album, “Reasonable Doubt” and 25th anniversary of “The BluePrint” in iconic concert at Yankee Stadium. Jay-Z last concert appearance was in 2017 after dropping “4:44” album. Tickets for his concert sold out in minutes but you can grab resell via SeatGeek and StubHub.
4. Roots Picnic
Where: Philadelphia, PA
When: May 30-31
Cost: $250
Roots Picnic is an annual two-day music festival founded by the hip-hop group Roots. It features hip-hop, r&b, rock, and neo-soul. This year Jay-Z and Erykah Badu will be headlining the festival with other musical guests such as Brandy and TI. This is a great way to see the artists you love in festival style and a great kick-off to summer.
5. Jill Scott
Where: WorldWide Including Washington DC, Dallas, Paris, and London
When: June 5-November 11
Cost: about $300 ticket
Ms. Jilly from Philly. A Neo-Soul artist is going on tour for her current album, “To Whom It May Concern.” She is an artist I would love to experience in concert because of her voice, cadence, and sexiness. Previous concert goers have raved about the experience of her concerts and how it’s unforgettable. She is also having a no-phone policy for her concert which will make it even more exclusive. Buy Tickets!
Each concert and festival has a unique perspective in celebrating hip-hop and music. Which concert or festival are you attending this summer?