New Edition is heading on tour and they’re bringing a few friends along for the ride: Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton.
The “New Edition Way” tour is expected to kick off on January 26 in Oakland, CA, at the Oakland Arena. The legendary boy bands, with Braxton by their side, will trek through 30 cities. The tour will make pit stops in major cities like Dallas, Brooklyn, Memphis, Atlanta, and more.
The announcement came on Friday (Oct.24), in the form of a promotional video that was shared online. Coming in at just two minutes, the video starts with the iconic boy band discussing their residency at the Encore Resort in Las Vegas.
However, Ronnie Devoe wanted to take things to the “next level.” Mike Bivins then goes to ring up Boyz II Men’s Nathan Morris. Morris just so happened to have his Philly brethren and groupmates Wanyá Morris and Shawn Stockman by his side.
The event works as a “celebration of legacy, soul, and the soundtrack of generations.”
The two iconic groups then discussed the idea of them coming together. However, one thing was missing: “feminine energy.” Not long after, Johnny Gil goes to ring up one of R&B’s most iconic singers, Toni Braxton, who didn’t hesitate to join in on the fun. Per the video, New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton won’t be “taking turns,” but performing together on one stage.
Tickets for the one-of-a-kind experience will be available on October 31. Produced by the Black Promoters Collective, the event works as a “celebration of legacy, soul, and the soundtrack of generations.” In a press release, Gary Guidry, CEO of the Black Promoters Collective, said, “You’re seeing artists who’ve shaped the culture come together. They celebrate music that continues to stand the test of time.”
