LAS VEGAS (August 18, 2022) – G2 Presents The Millennium Tour: Turned Up!, presented by G-Squared Events and The Black Promoters Collective (BPC), is back with a 24-city tour, including a stop at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Friday, Nov. 25. Mario, who proved he is still one to watch with this year’s Verzuz livestream event; Bow Wow, a mainstay and crowd favorite; and R&B starlet Keri Hilson will headline the tour.

The highly coveted brand must-see tour dates also will include performances by Lloyd, Pleasure P, Bobby V, Sammie, Ying Yang Twins, Dem Franchize Boyz, Crime Mob, Travis Porter, Lil Scrappy, Trillville, Chingy and the reunion of Day 26 (lineup is subject to change).

Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, Aug. 19 at 10 a.m. PT at www.AXS.com.

“It is a pleasure to continue the legacy of The Millennium Tour with superstars Bow Wow and Mario. Both artists exemplify the greatness of music coming out of that era and will put on a show that excites as they have proven to deliver every single time,” states G2 Founder and The BPC Co-Founder and CEO Gary Guidry.  

For more information, visit https://blackpromoterscollective.com.

About Bow Wow

Multi-platinum and award-winning recording artist Bow Wow started his career at 13-years of age and instantly became a heartthrob and super star. His debut single, “Bounce With Me” was released in the summer of 2000 and appeared on the soundtrack to the Martin Lawrence film “Big Momma’s House.” He went on to become a huge star in Hollywood with appearances that include “Johnson Family Vacation,” “Roll Bounce,” the highly successful “The Fast and The Furious” franchise and more. 

About Mario

Multi-platinum recording R&B star Mario first gained national attention as the teen singing sensation behind hits such as “Just A Friend 2002” and “Let Me Love You.” Signing to music legend Clive Davis’ J Records, his eponymous debut studio album rolled out with “Just A Friend 2002,” a take on Biz Markie’s 1989 Top 10 Pop single which was a Top 5 R&B/Pop Hit and took his debut to the top of the charts. He went on to release back-to-back gold and platinum projects rounding out his career.

About Keri Hilson

Singer, songwriter, and actress Keri Hilson is a platinum-selling recording artist whose debut debut studio album, In a Perfect World..., debuted at number four on the US Billboard 200 chart. The album spawned the hit singles “Knock You Down” (featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo), “Turnin Me On” (featuring Lil Wayne), and “I Like.” It also earned Hilson two GRAMMY Award nominations for Best New Artist and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “Knock You Down.” Hilson also has contributed to various charities and pursued a career in acting, and she continues to record and perform music. She has contributed in the fight against HIV and AIDS, helped various relief efforts for natural disasters, and become involved with several educational organizations. In 2012, Hilson made her acting debut in the romantic comedy film “Think Like a Man.” Her achievements include a BET Award, MOBO Award, NAACP Image Award and two Soul Train Music Awards.

About G-Squared Events

Based in Houston, Texas, G-Squared Events produces high-quality live entertainment experiences with some of the world’s biggest performers including Charlie Wilson, Tyrese, Steve Harvey, Keith Sweat, and Brian McKnight. For over 20 years, G-Squared Events has leveraged data-driven insights with our event production expertise to deliver world-class events while earning enduring loyalty from our patrons, artists, and venue partners. G-Squared Events is listed on the 2018 Pollstar’s Midyear Worldwide Ticket Sales Top 100 Promoters. To learn more, visit www.GSquaredEvents.com.

About The Black Promoters Collective

The Black Promoters Collective (BPC) is a coalition of six of the nation’s top independent concert promotion and event production companies. Officially launching in 2022 with their first two live entertainment offerings, the headlining tours for R&B legends New Edition and Maxwell, both landed in the Top 10 of the Pollstar “Live 75” chart. As a 100% Black-owned business, its mission is to be the world’s leading producer and provider of culturally relevant live entertainment experiences. To learn more, visit http://www.blackpromoterscollective.com. 

About MGM Grand Garden Arena

The MGM Grand Garden Arena is home to concerts, championship boxing and premier sporting and special events. The Arena offers comfortable seating for as many as 16,800 with excellent sightlines and state-of-the-art acoustics, lighting and sound. Prominent events to date have included world championship fights between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Canelo Alvarez as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao; and concerts by The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bette Midler, George Strait, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, U2, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Alicia Keys, Jimmy Buffett and the Barbra Streisand Millennium Concert. The MGM Grand Garden Arena also has been home to annual events including the Academy of Country Music Awards, the Billboard Music Awards, the Latin GRAMMY Awards, iHeartRadio Music Festival, Pac-12 Men’s Basketball Championship and Frozen Fury NHL pre-season games hosted by the Los Angeles Kings.

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Media Contacts:

For Tour Press Inquiries:

Tara Thomas

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MGM Grand Garden Arena:

Katharine Sherrer

MGM Resorts International

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