Snoop Dogg is ready to obtain certainly one of his greatest Australian audiences thus far, with the U.S. rapper confirmed because the headline performer for the AFL Grand Remaining.
The Californian hip-hop icon will carry out this September on the imposing Melbourne Cricket Floor, the venue for the ’s showpiece occasion.
“The AFL Grand Remaining is the most important occasion on the Australian sporting calendar — and this 12 months, it simply bought a complete lot larger,” AFL CEO Andrew Dillon mentioned in a statement on Tuesday (Aug. 12)
“Snoop Dogg is a pioneer, a performer, and a real entertainer. He’s performed to packed stadiums all over the world — however we predict 100,000 followers on the MCG may simply be his most iconic crowd but.”
Analogous to the NFL’s Super Bowl, the AFL Grand Remaining marks the tip of the annual aggressive season for the Australian Soccer League. It’s repeatedly one of many most-watched tv occasions within the nation, with thousands and thousands of viewers tuning in annually.
Since 1977, the occasion has featured pre-game performances from modern artists, with worldwide performers changing into a fixture of the leisure schedule over the previous 20 years.
Acts comparable to Ed Sheeran, The Killers, KISS and Katy Perry have carried out in recent years, whereas on-ground discourse has largely centered round whether or not Australian acts must be given the high-profile spot.
“We wish Grand Remaining Day to be an unforgettable celebration of footy — and past the 4 quarters of the match, a celebration of tradition, vitality, and leisure,” Dillon added. “Snoop matches that temporary higher than anybody.”
The forthcoming look by Snoop Dogg will happen on Saturday, Sept. 27 on the MCG, although extra performers are but to be introduced.
“It’s an absolute honour to be hitting the stage on the AFL Grand Remaining — it’s one of many greatest occasions on the Aussie calendar,” Snoop Dogg mentioned in his personal assertion. “Can’t wait to convey the vitality and rejoice with the followers. Let’s make it unforgettable.”