Yung Miami, Offset and Cash Cobain are part of the next generation lineup for this year’s REVOLT WORLD, Billboard can report exclusively. REVOLT’s three-day, immersive event, presented by Walmart, will take place again at Atlanta’s Pangaea Studios from September 20-22. This year’s theme: “We are the future.”
In a statement announcing the event, REVOLT CEO said: Detavio Samuels said: “REVOLT is the home for the next generation of creatives and cultural workers who are actively shaping hip hop and youth culture around the world. We believe in shaping the future we want to see by providing our community access to experiences like REVOLT WORLD, which introduces a new category of cultural events that not only entertain and inform, but truly change lives.”
Other talent includes Boosie, Key Glock, NORE & DJ EFN, Pusha T, 42 Dugg, Rob49, Ari Fletcher, Byron Messia, Mariah The Scientist, Lady London, Law Roach and Speedy Morman. Visitors can watch live recordings of popular REVOLT shows such as Caresha Please, Drink Champs, The Blackprint, Baller Alert Live And Important factsAdditional offerings include exclusive performances, master classes, keynote speeches, cultural conversations and brand activations.
In addition to lead sponsor Walmart, PepsiCo’s portfolio of brands, McDonald’s and State Farm are the main sponsors. PepsiCo’s supporting brands include Starry, whose Starry FizzFest competition recognizes finalists and a grand prize winner from HBCU students, Doritos with its Creator Studio and Mountain Dew, whose Gaming Zone caters to the gaming and streaming community. With a focus on fashion, McDonald’s will open a space this year to engage fashion creators and spotlight the company’s investments in Black fashion designers.
“Walmart is committed to increasing the visibility of Black brands and creators who are changing the game with our new Black & Unlimited experience – The Shoutout,” said Allison Rand, associate director of brand experiences and talent partnerships at Walmart. “We are proud to continue our partnership with REVOLT WORLD where together we can support and amplify Black voices and innovation.”
More than 30,000 participants attended REVOLT WORLD last year. To underline the motto “We Are Hip-Hop”, Don Toliver, Moneybagg Yo and Mr. Eazi were among those present. Click HERE for more information and updates on this year’s REVOLT WORLD.
