
According to Billboard.com, BET along with with Grey Goose vodka will debut a TV and concert series called “Rising Icons” on July 27. Each 30-minute episode will offer a look into the life of one of the 8 emerging artist by documenting their journeys at home and on tour. The artists featured in the eight-part series include Kid Cudi, Chrisette Michele, Keri Hilson, Hal Linton, Melanie Fiona, Ryan Leslie, The-Dream, and Walé.
The concert tour kicked off last weekend, concert information will be provided via Complex.com, which is the digital media partner for the effort. The next show will feature The-Dream in Chicago on July 18. No word yet on when Cudi’s episode will air or what show they will be at.
DP I know this is a Cudi fan site, but do you know if any Wale fan sites exist? I really am a fan of his work! I will definitely be tuning in for both Wale and Cudi’s episodes.