Young Thug to Host Hometown Hero Benefit Concert

Atlanta, October 6, 2025

News Summary

Young Thug has announced a benefit concert titled ‘Hometown Hero’ at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, scheduled for December 16. Following recent legal challenges and the release of his fourth studio album, ‘UY Scuti’, this event marks his first public performance since incarceration. Tickets will be available for purchase through Ticketmaster starting October 8, with a notable lineup featuring Young Thug and friends. The concert aims to deliver a message against violence and showcases the rapper’s efforts to connect with his home community.

Atlanta – Young Thug announced a “Hometown Hero” benefit concert, scheduled to take place at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena on December 16. The concert, which will feature a lineup billed as “Young Thug & Friends,” is a significant event following the rapper’s recent legal troubles and the release of his latest album.

Tickets for the benefit concert will go on sale on Wednesday, October 8, at 10 a.m. EST, available through Ticketmaster’s website. This announcement comes on the heels of Young Thug’s performance on September 28 in front of Atlanta’s Fulton County Courthouse, where he aimed to convey a message against violence in his hometown.

Young Thug, whose legal name is Jeffery Williams, recently released his fourth studio album, UY Scuti, on September 26 through Young Stoner Life Records/300 Entertainment. The album debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200, earning 52,000 equivalent album units. It also reached No. 5 on Top Streaming Albums and No. 6 on Top Album Sales.

UY Scuti features an extensive 21 tracks, including collaborations with prominent artists like Cardi B, Future, Lil Baby, Sexyy Red, and 21 Savage, as well as Travis Scott. The album’s lead single, “Money on Money,” featuring Future, achieved noteworthy success by reaching No. 39 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 10 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. An additional track, “Miss My Dogs,” produced by London on Da Track and BeatsByJuko, has a runtime of seven minutes.

Earlier this month, Young Thug pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including gang, drug, and gun charges related to the YSL RICO case. He received a 40-year sentence, but with five years already served, his time was commuted to time served, and he was placed on 15 years of probation. A suspended 20-year prison sentence related to probation violations was also part of the plea agreement.

The planned concert marks Young Thug’s first public performance since his release from jail after more than two years of incarceration. Throughout his career, Young Thug has secured multiple No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, along with two consecutive No. 1 albums. His accolades include over 30 Gold and Platinum certifications, and his featured performance on Camila Cabello’s “Havana” has achieved Diamond status from the RIAA. Following the December concert, Young Thug plans to embark on a tour in 2026 with fellow artist Quavo.

Key Features of UY Scuti

• Release Date: September 26
• Number of Tracks: 21
• Major Collaborators: Cardi B, Future, Lil Baby, Sexyy Red, 21 Savage, Travis Scott
• Debut on Billboard 200: No. 6
• First Single Success: “Money on Money” (No. 39 on Hot 100)
• Legal Completion: Pleaded guilty in October 2024
• Concert Date: December 16

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