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Fresh off their album release week, where The Auditorium, Vol. 1 debuted at #3 on the Rap Album charts, hip hop legends Common and Pete Rock have released a new video for their song “Fortunate.” The visually captivating short film, directed by Marleaux Desire and ILLIMITEWORD, features Common in his hometown of Chicago, paying homage to the people and experiences that have shaped his life.
In “Fortunate,” Common returns to The Deck (87th Street) and The Foundation (Chicago), reconnecting with childhood friends and marking a poignant moment in his career. This is a standout track from The Auditorium, Vol. 1, their first full-length collaboration released via Loma Vista Recordings. The album melds Common’s evocative lyricism with Pete Rock’s celebrated production, creating a timeless piece that echoes the past, present, and future of hip hop.
The “Fortunate” short film began its rollout on Monday, July 29, with a BET’s 1st Look Premiere. It received hourly airings across multiple BET/MTV channels, including BET Jams, Yo! MTV, MTV Live, and MTVu. Additionally, it was featured prominently on Paramount’s Times Square billboard throughout the day, showcasing its broad appeal and cultural significance.
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The Auditorium Tour
In support of their album, Common and Pete Rock are hitting the road for The Auditorium Tour. The 18-stop tour kicks off on August 28 in Del Mar, California, and includes stops in major cities such as Los Angeles, Dallas, Nashville, Boston, and more, culminating in a three-night residency at New York City’s Blue Note Jazz Club from September 23-25.
Tour Dates:
- Wed, Aug 28 – Del Mar, CA – The Sound
- Thu, Aug 29 – Los Angeles, CA – United Theatre
- Fri, Aug 30 – Napa, CA – Blue Note Jazz Festival
- Tue, Sep 3 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre
- Fri, Sep 6 – Dallas, TX – The Echo Lounge
- Sat, Sep 7 – Oklahoma City, OK – Tower Theatre
- Mon, Sep 9 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl
- Tue, Sep 10 – Charlotte, NC – Fillmore
- Wed, Sep 11 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
- Fri, Sep 13 – Norfolk, VA – The Norva
- Sat, Sep 14 – Baltimore, MD – Soundstage
- Sun, Sep 15 – Washington DC – 930 Club
- Tue, Sep 17 – Red Bank, NJ – The Vogel
- Wed, Sep 18 – Boston, MA – House Of Blues
- Fri, Sep 20 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
- Mon-Wed, Sep 23-25 – New York, NY – Blue Note Jazz Club (2 shows per night)
This tour not only promises to deliver live performances of tracks from their critically acclaimed album but also offers fans a chance to witness the duo’s synergy and creativity on stage. As Common and Pete Rock have solidified their legacies in hip hop, The Auditorium Tour stands as a testament to their enduring influence and dedication to hip hop.
Watch Common and Pete Rock talk about their new project below.