It’s that time of year again: Summer Jam 2024 has landed, and fans are pouring into UBS Arena to catch Hip Hop’s hottest stars light up the stage. This year’s lineup is fire, featuring Doja Cat, Davido, Sexyy Red, Ty Dolla $ign, and so many more. Making a return for the second year in a row are French Montana, Lola Brooke, and Fivio Foreign. Plus, we’re celebrating the legendary Mister Cee with epic performances from Big Daddy Kane, Jadakiss, Eric B. & Rakim, and the dynamic duo, Method Man & Redman. The doors swing open at 5:30 p.m., so keep it locked here for all the live updates and electrifying moments throughout the night!
5:30pm: The doors to UBS Arena have officially opened!
6:00pm: True Confessions podcast kicks off with special guests — grab your headphones and prepare for some juicy revelations.
6:27pm: Fans are pouring into UBS Arena.
7:00pm: It’s showtime at UBS Arena!
7:08pm: The crowd went wild as Connie Diamond, with her electric blue hair, lit up the stage with a surprise performance alongside Dusty Locane.
7:13pm: Brooklyn-based rap trio 41 hit the stage, instantly igniting the crowd’s energy.
7:35pm: French Montana joins 41 on stage to deliver his hit “Pop That,” getting the crowd hyped as he enthusiastically asked, “What you twerkin’ wit?”
7:51pm: The highly anticipated Mister Cee tribute is just about to begin.
7:55pm: The legendary Big Daddy Kane is on the mic!
8:04pm: Legendary lyricists Rakim, Peter Gunz, and EPMD seamlessly transition on stage, delivering powerful performances in honor of Mister Cee’s legacy.
8:10pm: Jadakiss has arrived, sending waves of excitement through the building!
8:12pm: Method Man & Redman set the stage on fire with a blast from the past, sending the audience into a frenzy with an infectious performance of “Da Rockwilder.”
8:27pm: Lola Brooke, the petite powerhouse, makes her grand entrance, accompanied by a dynamic entourage: YG Marley, 310Babii, and Honey Bxby.
8:37pm: Honey Bxby adds a touch of R&B flair to Summer Jam with a performance of her smash hit, “Touchin’.”
8:39pm: Cash Cobain x Bay Swag take the stage to deliver his hit track, “Dunk Contest.”
8:43pm: Lola Brooke returns to the stage to perform “You,” featuring the iconic sampling of Foxy Brown feat. Blackstreet’s “Get Me Home.”
8:59pm: All eyes turn to Nigeria as Davido steps into the spotlight, captivating the audience with a performance of his hit song, “Fall.”
9:05pm: Davido effortlessly shifts gears into his hit track “Away.”
9:26pm: The crowd erupts with excitement as Sexyy Red kicks off her set with “Bow Bow Bow (F My Baby Dad).”
9:29pm: Sexyy Red performs “Looking For The Hoes.”
9:33pm: Revisiting her TikTok Billboard chart-topper, Sexyy brings the house down with a performance of “SkeeYee.”
10:25pm: Doja Cat is backstage, making her way to the main stage!
10:27pm: Doja Cat bursts onto the stage, summoning the crowd’s energy with her hit “Demons.”
10:30pm: A$AP Ferg surprises the audience by joining Doja Cat on stage.
10:35pm: A$AP Ferg teases the crowd with a snippet of his new track, rapping, “They thought I was dead,” before launching into “Plain Jane.”
10:40pm: Doja Cat pulls a wild card and brings in the legendary Busta Rhymes and the fans are here for it!
10:41pm: Bussa Bus spits “Ante Up,” and the crowd goes crazy!
10:50pm: Doja Cat brings Gunna out on stage.
10:55pm: Doja Cat sets out to “Paint The Town Red.”
Another year, another epic Summer Jam! From legendary guests like Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Method Man & Redman to crowd-pleasing performances by Sexyy Red and Doja Cat with surprise guest Busta Rhymes, it was a night filled with Hip Hop history. Stay tuned for updates on our social media for next year’s sure-to-be unforgettable event!