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NEWSFLASH!!! The ladies of Xscape are reportedly back to business. Kandi Burruss, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, LaTocha Scott and Tamika Scott all attended the Atlanta Falcons home game yesterday (December 6, 2020) as they took on the New Orleans Saints.
The group kicked off the game with a rousing rendition of the national anthem.
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Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmunds and Antonio ‘L.A.’ Reid were the guests of honor last night as YouTube Music celebrated the 30 year legacy of LaFace Records last night (January 15, 2020).
It was a magical evening in Atlanta as all of the LEADERS and LEGENDS that have made the city into a musical powerhouse all converged for a black tie gala, which took place at the Atlanta History Center.
The event was held to reflect on the city’s longstanding contributions to popular music, largely established by the night’s guests of honor. The evening was introduced by Lyor Cohen, Global Head of Music at YouTube, and Tuma Basa, Director of Urban Music at YouTube who further reiterated the significance of Atlanta as not only a vehicle for popular music, but also a global purveyor of culture.
Joining them onstage for special presentations were comedian Lil Duval, recording artist Monica, and music video director Bryan Barber. The evening was capped off by special award presentations made to Edmonds and Reid for the storied careers and performances by Atlanta’s legendary acts including Big Boi, Pastor Troy, KP the Great, Goodie Mob, CeeLo, Killer Mike and TI.
Other notable attendees and guest appearances included Ludacris, 2Chainz, Jermaine Dupri, Future, Rick Ross, Da Brat, YoungBloodZ, Sleepy Brown, Rico Wade, Dallas Austin, and more.
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Kandi Burruss of The Real Housewives of Atlanta has often stated she would “never” do some things that she’s eventually backtracked on… including reuniting with her former Xscape members.
[FLASHBACK: Kandi Burruss States She’s “NEVER” Reuniting With Xscape… (VIDEO)]
As you know Xscape soon reunited onstage and even ventured into a short reality show stint together. However performances aside, Burruss has been adamant that she would “never” record with the group again, stating that she did not want to ruin their legacy.
Welp…Never say “Never”! Kandi has decided to head back in the studio for one final Xscape album and she states you can thank Mama Joyce for her change of heart.
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The legendary Xscape (LaTocha Scott, Kandi Burruss, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, Tamika Scott) poses on the red carpet of the 4th Annual Black Music Honors, which were taped live at Atlanta’s Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre last night (September 5).
The awards show, hosted by funnyman, Rickey Smiley and singer/actress LeToya Luckett, acknowledged legendary artists who have made a significant contribution to African American music, such as Freddie Jackson, Xscape, Yolanda Adams, and Arrested Development.
Attendees included: Grant Hill, Tamia, Porsha Williams, Kelly Price, Keke Wyatt, Tevin Campbell, Q. Parker, Sharlinda Parker, Naughty By Nature and many more.
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Kandi dished on her fixation with Porsha Williams’s new boo, Ronnie & Shamari’s “open relationship and more. Andy also tried to drag Tiny in on the tea party as he inquired about Kandi’s secrets.
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It’s been a while since Kandi Burruss released new music but apparently she’s got time now that she’s no longer obligated to perform with Xscape for the SoSo Def Tour.
[READ: So So Canceled?!? Poor Ticket Sales Force Jermaine Dupri to Drop Tour Dates… ]
In a newly released single, Mrs. Tucker says she’s “Ready for This” (even if JD isn’t!).
But I digress.
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