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The tour caps a series of standout live events produced by BPC this year
The Black Promoters Collective (BPC), the largest Black-owned live entertainment organization in the U.S., is enjoying a phenomenal first half of 2025, highlighted by sensational tours, industry recognition, and projections indicating a remarkable year-end revenue exceeding $100 million.
BPC’s crowning achievement so far has been the announcement of The Boy Is Mine Tour, a historic co-headlining venture featuring R&B icons Brandy and Monica. This 24-city arena tour, with special guests Kelly Rowland, Muni Long, and American Idol winner Jamal Roberts, celebrates the 25th anniversary of the duo’s Grammy-winning hit. The excitement surrounding the tour has gone viral, receiving accolades from major publications; People called it “a full-circle moment for the culture,” while Pollstar touted it as “the most anticipated R&B tour of the year.” Revolt described the event as “an emotional and generational reset.”
BPC President Shelby Joyner remarked on the tour’s significance, stating, “We’re building a movement rooted in authenticity and excellence. The Boy Is Mine is the latest proof of how powerful our culture is when it’s centered, protected, and celebrated.”
The Boy Is Mine Tour caps off a year filled with remarkable events coordinated by BPC. In March, Jazz in the Gardens attracted more than 35,000 attendees, earning accolades as one of Newsweek’s “Top 10 U.S. Festivals” and Miami New Times’ “Best Music Festival of 2025.” Featuring artists such as Lauryn Hill, New Edition, Toni Braxton, and Busta Rhymes, the festival became a defining celebration of Black music and culture. This success has opened doors for BPC to expand into the festival sphere with the Hampton Jazz and Music Festival, in partnership with Hampton University and the Hampton Coliseum, featuring performers like Anthony Hamilton…
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