The Return of Automatic Slim Tour celebrates the 25th anniversary of Mama’s Gun
Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and cultural icon Erykah Badu announces a spectacular celebration of the 25th anniversary of her revolutionary second studio album, Mama’s Gun, with The Return of Automatic Slim Tour: Erykah Badu Mama’s Gun ’25. The highly anticipated tour kicks off on October 3rd at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles and will span major venues across North America and Europe, including Royal Albert Hall in London, Zenith in Paris, and Santa Cecilia in Rome, through December 2025.
Tickets for the US dates are on sale now, with the European dates to start on September 5th at 10 am BST.
With a career spanning over 25 years, multiple Grammy Awards, and a lasting impact on contemporary R&B and hip-hop, Erykah Badu is a vital force in music and culture. This anniversary tour represents both a celebration of her past achievements and a testament to the enduring power of her artistry.
Released in 2000, Mama’s Gun solidified Badu’s position as one of the most innovative and influential artists of her generation. The album’s blend of neo-soul, hip-hop, and jazz elements, combined with Badu’s distinctive vocal style and conscious lyricism, earned critical acclaim and commercial success while influencing countless artists who followed.
The celebration of the album that gave us timeless classics like “Bag Lady,” “Didn’t Cha Know?” and “Cleva” will feature reimagined arrangements of these favorites alongside selections from Badu’s extensive catalog, showcasing the production genius that has made her one of music’s most sought-after collaborators and creative visionaries. This promises to be an unforgettable experience for new and die-hard fans who have followed Badu’s artistic journey over the years.
The Return of Automatic Slim Tour: Erykah Badu Mama’s Gun ’25:
Oct 3 – Los Angeles @ Hollywood Bowl
Oct 4 – Las Vegas @ Resorts World Theatre
Oct 24 – London, UK @ Royal Albert Hall
Oct 25 – London, UK @ Royal Albert Hall
Oct 26 – Manchester, UK @ O2 Apollo Manchester
Oct 29 – Paris, FR @ Zenith Paris
Oct 31 – Gdynia, Poland @ Polsat Plus Arena Gdynia
Nov 2 – Gdynia, Poland @ Polsat Plus Arena Gdynia
Nov 4 – Berlin, Germany @ Uber Eats Music Hall
Nov 5 – Frankfurt, Germany @ Jahhuderthalle
Nov 7 – Milan, Italy @ Alcatraz
Nov 10 – Rome, Italy @ Santa Cecilia
Nov 12 – Zurich, Switzerland @ The Hall
Nov 16 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Hard Rock at Etess Arena
Nov 18 – Boston @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Nov 20 – Detroit @ Fox Theater
Nov 22 – Cincinnati, OH @ Andrew J Brady Music Center
Nov 23 – Atlanta @ Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Nov 24 – Atlanta @ Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Nov 28 – Houston @ 713 Music Hall
Nov 29 – Houston @ 713 Music Hall
Dec 2 – Chicago @ Chicago Theater
Dec 3 – Chicago @ Chicago Theater
Dec 5 – Brooklyn, NY @ Kings Theater
Dec 6 – Brooklyn, NY @ Kings Theater
Dec 8 – Nashville @ The Pinnacle
Dec 10 – Dallas @ Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
