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 in October and will span major venues across North America including The Andrew J Brady Music Center in Cincinnati, OH on Saturday, November 22.

With a career spanning over 25 years, multiple Grammy Awards, and a lasting impact on contemporary R&B and hip-hop, Erykah Badu continues to be 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 "Mama's "Gun"—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.

ABOUT ERYKAH BADU:
Erykah Badu is a multifaceted creative force who transcends music, film, and fashion. Renowned for her songwriting, singing, and producing, she promotes female wellness, challenges oppressive structures, and upholds Afrocentric and Black Feminist values. Her blend of soul, funk, hip-hop, jazz, and gospel has earned five Grammy Awards from Baduizm (1997) to "3:AM" with Rapsody (2025).

Beyond music production, Badu is an innovator who established a livestream company, revolutionized home concerts, and launched BaduWorldMarket.com, her curated online store. In 2023, her cannabis brand Apple Trees collaborated with Cookies to introduce That Badu, while her fashion influence earned her the 2024 CFDA Fashion Icon Award. From Fashion Week to magazine covers, her music, art, and eclectic style have made her a cultural icon.