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Erykah Badu is in the midst of one of the most significant moments of her career, stepping into the spotlight yet again as she launches The Return of Automatic Slim Tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of her iconic album Mama’s Gun. According to The Music Universe, this highly anticipated tour began at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 3 and will continue through major North American and European cities, making stops at legendary venues like London’s Royal Albert Hall and Paris’ Zenith, all the way through December 2025. This celebration is a full-circle moment for Badu, honoring the record that solidified her status as one of neo-soul and hip-hop’s most daring creators and continues to influence new generations of artists.

Just a few nights ago in London, Badu paid an emotional on-stage tribute to her late friend and collaborator D’Angelo during her set at Royal Albert Hall. As reported by V101.9, she spoke directly to the audience about loss, the meaning of death, and the enduring legacy of artistry, then led a spellbinding musical mashup to honor D’Angelo’s memory. Her poignant words and musical homage were amplified online when she took to social media, reminiscing about how D’Angelo’s Brown Sugar album inspired her on her own journey, and how their creative relationship helped launch her now-storied career.

Her public appearances on this tour aren’t just about nostalgia but fresh innovation. The LA Times recently highlighted that the anniversary shows include reimagined arrangements of classics like Bag Lady and Didn’t Cha Know, with surprise guest appearances, such as Westside Gunn at the Hollywood Bowl. Badu has also been performing material from Abi & Alan, a forthcoming collaborative project with hip-hop super-producer The Alchemist. Although the album has yet to be released, the duo has been previewing it for fans in exclusive, phone-free concerts, fueling even more anticipation among her devoted followers.

Meanwhile, Badu keeps her business ventures thriving. She continues to expand her BaduWorldMarket brand and maintains her fashion industry relevance, fresh from winning the 2024 CFDA Fashion Icon Award, illustrating her ever-growing influence beyond just music. Her cannabis brand, Apple Trees, remains a disruptor, and her commitment to livestreaming technologies and wellness for women is still at the forefront of her entrepreneurial ambitions.

Social media chatter over the past few days has focused on her moving D’Angelo tribute, her tour’s sold-out dates, and her characteristic blend of mystique and accessibility. Fans are sharing clips and reflections, marking this stretch not only as an anniversary but as a living testament to her ongoing creative evolution.

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