CHARLOTTE, N.C. — What do an up-and-coming rap artist, a world-renowned drag queen, and an independent singer-songwriter have in common?
All three will take the main stage this summer at the 2024 Charlotte Pride Festival and Parade Weekend.
The nonprofit announced the headliner lineup on social media Tuesday, confirming that Baby Tate, Bob the Drag Queen, and Slayyyter would be the main stage acts for Saturday, August 17. Charlotte Pride called on supporters to save the date for the festivities, which will include a weekend featuring local and regional performers; activities, and vendors in the Queen City.
Baby Tate is an Atlanta-based rap artist, who released her first extended play recording in 2015. Her debut full-length album "Girls" was released in 2019. She also joined VH1 reality show "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" in the show's 10th season in 2021. She's currently signed with record label Raedio, which is owned by actress and producer Issa Rae.
Originally from Georgia and now based in New York, Bob the Drag Queen is best known as the winner of season eight of the reality competition show "RuPaul's Drag Race". His run that season included winning the key "Snatch Game" challenge by comedically portraying actresses Uzo Aduba and Carol Channing. He is also a renowned comedian, actor, and activist, and has recently been a co-host of HBO show "We're Here", which sees drag queens travel the country to host one-night drag shows in small towns.
Slayyyter is a pop star originally from Missouri. She's said before her music is influenced by Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Fergie, Madonna, Whitney Houston, and others. Visually, she has defined her style as "distinct MySpace-era" according to Billboard. She first began releasing music in 2017, primarily through the SoundCloud platform. She released her debut studio album "Troubled Paradise" in 2021.
Vendors, organizations, and entertainers who wish to partake in the weekend of festivities can do so on Charlotte Pride's website.