Big Freedia: The New Orleans legend has her own Bold Beats beauty line up for grabs
Need some help glowing up? Look no further than how Big Freedia is blessing the culture with her very own Bold Beats beauty line aimed at leveling up your cosmetics flexing, of course.
Need some help glowing up? Look no further than how Big Freedia is blessing the culture with her very own Bold Beats beauty line aimed at leveling up your cosmetics flexing, of course.
Big Freedia’s Bold Beats beauty line has arrived
Whether you’re looking for nail tips and eyelashes or could use a revamped shadow palette, you’re in safe hands courtesy of the Southern hip-hop heavyweight.
Ambassador of New Orleans Bounce music and culture, Big Freedia, is excited to announce the launch of her debut beauty line, Bold Beats— a collection of tantalizing nail tips, eyelashes and a shadow palette. The Queen’s foray into cosmetics is inspired in part by a need in the industry, and in part by her passion for self-expression.
“On the road over the years, I saw very little gender-neutral makeup,” explains Big Freedia, “I thought, why not develop a make-up line that’s for everyone––for all gender orientations and skin tones?” According to the Queen, make-up is a “fundamental form of my self-expression.” She adds that a beauty line has been her dream for years, and “to partner with an Afro-centric beauty brand, BLK/OPL, is truly an honor.”
The line’s launch will include three different eyelashes (Yaka Yaka, Ya Best Believa, and Girl Down), two different nail tips (Swiggle Wiggle and Just Be Free) and one show-stopping eyeshadow palette.
Bold Beats is available exclusively at the BLK/OPL website, here.
Big Freedia's Royal Bud is taking over the cannabis culture
It’s deeper than rap when it comes to Big Freedia. The hip-hop Louisiana queen of bounce is making waves in the cannabis world courtesy of her Royal Bud launch aimed at introducing the world to herbal powers starting today in Los Angeles.
It’s deeper than rap when it comes to Big Freedia. The hip-hop Louisiana queen of bounce is making waves in the cannabis world courtesy of her Royal Bud launch aimed at introducing the world to herbal powers starting today in Los Angeles.
Big Freedia’s Royal Bud has officially arrived in the City of Angels
Big Free’s huge announcement has the brand set to make its initial product rollout today, August 22, exclusively at Green Qween - a gay and social equity licensed dispensary in Los Angeles.
Royal Bud kicks off its launch with three Freedia focused fire strains in limited glass jar eighths aptly dubbed Release Ya Wiggle (Hybrid), You Already Know (Indica) and Mardi Grass (Sativa) – each an invitation to release ya mind, release da stress, release da love and to forget the rest. Royal Bud will continue to expand its distribution network and product suite throughout California this fall, with terpene-rich cultivars, infused products, and industry partners hand-selected by Big Freedia in line with the brand’s inclusive and forward-thinking ethos.
Big Freedia is bigger than just announcements. She’s already stepped up with some words about her line’s introduction to the masses.
“When people smoke Royal Bud, they’re smoking what I smoke,” said Big Freedia. “Royal Bud was influenced by black culture, bounce culture, queer culture, cannabis culture, and more. I want this brand to be celebrated and smoked by everyone who is part of the diverse movements making popular culture what it is today.”
While the competition is stiff, the Southern musician’s brand is looking to do more than become just another cannabis option. Feedia’s line paves a way for both the Black and gay communities to prosper in the growing herbal market.
Big Freedia enters the cannabis landscape with a long track record as both a connoisseur and a supporter of the diverse and entrepreneurial underground scenes which have trailblazed the path for today’s industry. Royal Bud, however, is not a typical celebrity cannabis brand. Rather, the endeavor aims to empower the growing community of Black, brown, queer, and women-led brands that are writing a new chapter in cannabis history. Big Freedia and the Royal Bud brand hope to work hand in hand with those diverse groups and individuals that have been historically underrepresented in the space and that continue to push the cannabis industry forward.
Beyoncé really secured Big Freedia for their 'Break My Soul' anthem
When Beyoncé pulls through, it’s always memorable. Queen Bey went all out with the hype for her new ‘Break My Soul’ single and she made sure to pull through with the Southern queen Big Freedia.
When Beyoncé pulls through, it’s always memorable. Queen Bey went all out with the hype for her new ‘Break My Soul’ single and she made sure to pull through with the Southern queen Big Freedia.
Big Freedia and Beyoncé have teamed up
While the world had to wait until midnight Monday, it was well worth it with the anthem hitting hard and giving off the New Orleans crooner’s signature sound.
You Already Know! Big Freedia– the Queen of Bounce –is excited to announce that she lends her vocals and distinct New Orleans Bounce flavor to the new Beyoncé single, ‘Break My Soul,’ out today. The single comes out just one week before Big Freedia hits the screen again, this time on College Hill: Celebrity Edition. The reboot follows Big Freedia and other celebs–Nene Leaks and Lamar Odom– as they return to college to expand their educational horizons. The show premieres on the BET+ streaming platform, on Monday, June 27th.
Of course Big Freedia has something to say about the huge collabo
Freedia has since stepped up to speak on sharing mic time with the Queen Bey herself.
"It feels surreal to be on a track with Beyoncé once again," says Big Freedia. "I'm so honored to be a part of this special moment. I'm forever grateful! Adds Big Freedia, "Like everyone else, I just found out the release date was today!"
Keeping tabs on Big Freedia
It’s more than doing collaborations with Queen Bey. Freedia is staying busy and is currently touring the country with live performances.
Known as the larger-than-life ambassador of New Orleans Bounce music, Big Freedia is a nationally recognized hip-hop artist, performer, TV personality. In addition to releasing her own critically acclaimed EPs, ‘3rd Ward Bounce’ (2018) and ‘Louder’ (2020), and 'Big Diva Energy' (2021), Big Freedia appeared on Beyoncé’s Grammy award-winning, “Formation” and on Drake’s “Nice For What”, always bringing her distinctive voice and signature catchphrases to all her work. In 2011, her ascension in the music industry was chronicled on the highly rated reality show, 'Big Freedia Bounces Back.' She was the official host for the 2019 Met Gala IG live stream red carpet event and a host on 2021’s Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve TV Show. Known by her fans as the “Queen Diva'', Big Freedia is a loud and proud advocate for racial and gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights.
Big Freedia Tour Itinerary:
June 21, Cary NC, Koka Booth Amphitheater
June 22, Atlanta, GA, Cadence Bank Amphitheater
June 24, Grand Rapids, MI, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park June 25, Detroit, MI, The Aretha Franklin Amphitheater
June 28, Morrison, CO, Red Rocks Amphitheater
June 29, Salt Lake City, UT, Red Butte Garden Amphitheater
July 1, Bonner, MT, KettleHouse Amphitheater
July 2, Woodinville, WA, Chateau St. Michelle Winery
July 3, Troutdale, OR, McMenamins Edgefield
July 9, Kirtland, OH, Lakeland Community College
July 10, Cleveland, OH, Woodstruck 2022
August 10, Los Angeles, Hollywood Bowl
August 11, Saratoga, CA, The Mountain Winnery
August 12, Napa, CA, Oxbow River Stage
August 13, Santa Barbara, CA, Santa Barbara Bowl