A$AP ROCKY TO PERFORM IN RIGA

With the release of his new album “Don’t Be Dumb,” hip-hop superstar and fashion icon A$AP Rocky announces a major world tour that will also reach Latvia this autumn. With billions of song streams, global critical acclaim, and a distinctive visual aesthetic, his creative signature has had a significant impact on modern hip-hop, style, and popular culture over the past decade. Experience the most impressive hip-hop event of the year on September 24 at Xiaomi Arena in Riga! Tickets on sale from January 27 at 9:00 AM via the “Biļešu Serviss” network.

Exclusive pre-sale tickets for Mastercard users will be available from January 21 at 9:00 AM until January 26 at 8:00 AM, and Mastercard Preferred tickets will be available from January 27 at 9:00 AM. Additional information: priceless.com/music.

Members of the Positivus Festival and FBI Concert Club will be able to purchase tickets in all price categories during the pre-sale starting January 26 at 9:00 AM, using a code that will be sent to registered users.

A$AP Rocky (real name Rakim Mayers) began his journey in music at just 8 years old. Since then, he has become one of the most influential artists of his generation. Born and raised in Harlem, New York, Rocky saw music in his early youth as a means of escape from a challenging social environment. This personal experience is strongly reflected in his creative work, which stands out for its bold style, breaking of genre boundaries, and unique aesthetic, significantly influencing both the music and fashion worlds.

A$AP Rocky developed his artistic identity as part of the creative collective A$AP Mob, which became a crucial launching point at the start of his professional career. He gained wider recognition in 2011 with the critically acclaimed mixtape “Live.Love.A$AP,” giving a new sound to East Coast hip-hop. This was followed by his debut album “Long.Live.A$AP,” which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and later achieved double platinum status. The album’s hit “F**kin’ Problems” was nominated for a Grammy Award. His subsequent albums “At.Long.Last.A$AP” and “Testing” also received widespread attention, standing out for their experimental approach, strong visual identity, and artistic boldness.

Throughout his career, A$AP Rocky has collaborated with a range of world-renowned artists, including Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and 2 Chainz, as well as Gucci Mane, 21 Savage, and FKA twigs. He has also participated in A$AP Mob projects alongside artists such as Playboi Carti and Frank Ocean. Repeatedly demonstrating his ability to combine the seemingly incompatible, Rocky has created popular and critically acclaimed works beyond the traditional framework of hip-hop, sampling songs by musicians such as Tame Impala and Moby.

A$AP Rocky has received multiple industry awards, including BET and MTV awards, and has been nominated for the Grammy music award three times. In addition to his work as a musician, he has directed music videos for himself and other members of the A$AP Mob collective, and also produces music under the pseudonym Lord Flacko.

Beyond music, A$AP Rocky is also actively involved in the fashion and creative industries. He is the creative director for the brands Ray-Ban and PUMA and has taken part in campaigns for several international brands. Rocky’s founded creative agency AWGE has carried out collaborations with leading fashion and culture brands and has also fostered the career development of new artists. In June 2025, AWGE presented its collection at Paris Fashion Week for the second year in a row, receiving broad international acclaim.

A$AP Rocky’s performance at the 2022 Positivus Festival brought together twenty thousand fans in one place. The American superstar’s concert on September 24 at Xiaomi Arena in Riga will be a unique opportunity to experience a full-scale solo concert in Latvia for the first time. This evening promises to become one of the brightest and most energetically charged hip-hop events in Latvia this year!

DUTCH RAPPER JOOST KLEIN TO PERFORM IN RIGA

The standout Eurovision Song Contest artist Joost Klein, known for his song “Europapa”, will embark on a world tour in 2026 following a string of sold-out shows across Europe’s major cities and the United States. The tour will stop in Latvia on June 18 at the Palladium Riga concert hall. This tour marks a historic milestone — next year, Joost Klein will become the first Dutch-language artist to perform at the Coachella festival.

Tickets go on sale on December 19 at 10:00 via the “Biļešu Serviss” network. Members of the Positivus Festival and FBI Concert Club will have access to a presale starting December 18 at 10:00, using a code that will be sent to registered users.

Multidisciplinary artist Joost Klein (also known as JOOST) stands out with his bold and playful creative signature. His energetic sound blends mainstream pop, happy hardcore, and wild punk influences, creating a vivid and unpredictable artistic identity. In his music, Joost speaks openly about personal experiences and struggles, including the loss of his parents at a young age, and candidly addresses his battles with mental health challenges. He transforms sadness into euphoria, reminding us that we are all only human.

Throughout his career, Joost Klein has collaborated with several prominent and internationally recognized artists, including Finnish sensation Käärijä, Estonian provocateur Tommy Cash, and Canadian rapper bbno$, further cementing his position at the forefront of Europe’s alternative pop culture.

Joost Klein’s path to recognition began as a YouTube content creator under the name EenhoornJoost. He published videos in various formats — from short, absurd sketches to mini-documentaries offering a glimpse into his private life. In 2016, Joost released his debut short-format album (EP) “Dakloos”, after which he fully committed to a career in music.

A major turning point in his career came in 2023 with the release of the single “Friesenjung”, created in collaboration with German rapper Ski Aggu. “Friesenjung” is an adaptation of a song originally created by German comedian Otto Waalkes. The track gained widespread popularity in Germany and paved the way for the international attention Joost received when he participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2024. His song “Europapa” became a true Eurovision phenomenon, quickly capturing the hearts of listeners across Europe and beyond.

Joost Klein's performance at Palladium Riga promises to be a complete artistic experience where music, visuals, and emotion unite to create something unforgettable. The tour will showcase his status as one of Europe's most exciting and innovative artists as he continues to push boundaries with every performance.