Independent Rap Titans Tech N9ne & E-40 Unite On "Strange Wid' It Tour"
- Juggernaut Sound
- May 4
- 4 min read
May 4, 2026 (Los Angeles, CA) The Strange Wid’ It Tour is officially underway, as Tech N9ne and E-40—two of the most successful and influential independent artists in hip-hop history—bring their co-headlining run to cities across North America.
Already lighting up stages coast-to-coast since kicking off April 22, the tour has delivered explosive, high-energy performances, reaffirming both artists’ status as true architects of the independent grind. Today, fans can get an inside look at the first week on the road with a newly released recap video capturing the raw energy, fan connection, and behind-the-scenes moments from this historic run.
Watch the new recap video HERE.
Uniting decades of influence, innovation, and independence, Tech N9ne and E-40 represent a blueprint for success outside the traditional label system. Their partnership on the Strange Wid’ It Tour is more than a co-headline—it’s a celebration of legacy, longevity, and ownership in hip-hop.
For a full month, the tour canvases the country, culminating in a massive hometown finale for Tech N9ne on May 24 at The Midland Theatre in Kansas City, MO. Strange Music standout and Omaha, Nebraska native, King Iso, joins as special guest, setting the tone each night with a show-stopping performance he has become famous for.
Fans can expect career-spanning sets from both icons. Tech N9ne continues to showcase material from his acclaimed 5816 Forest album alongside a deep catalog of rapid-fire anthems and fan favorites. E-40 counters with a lineup of Bay Area classics and signature hits that have defined his decades-long run as one of rap’s most original voices.
Beyond the tour, Tech N9ne will take center stage this summer in his hometown as part of the FIFA Fan Festival Kansas City, performing on June 12 and July 11, further solidifying his role as a cultural ambassador for Kansas City on a global platform.
Tickets for FIFA Fan Festival KC HERE
With momentum building at every stop, the Strange Wid’ It Tour stands as a rare moment where two independent titans share the stage—bringing their stories, catalogs, and influence directly to the fans who helped build their empires.
Strange Wid’ It Tour Tickets Available HERE
Check out the full list of remaining tour dates below.
TOUR DATES
May 5 – Reno, NV – Grand Sierra Resort
May 6 – Medford, OR – Bi-Mart Amphitheater
May 8 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
May 9 – Tempe, AZ – The Marquee
May 10 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel
May 12 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
May 14 – Dallas, TX – South Side Music Hall
May 15 – Wichita, KS – The Cotillion
May 16 – Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Theater
May 17 – Little Rock, AR – The Hall
May 18 – Birmingham, AL – Iron City Music Hall
May 19 – Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works
May 21 – Grand Rapids, MI – 20 Monroe
May 22 – Green Bay, WI – Epic Event Center
May 23 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory
May 24 – Kansas City, MO – Midland Theatre
MORE ABOUT TECH N9NE:
Tech N9ne changed everything the world knew about hip-hop. He didn’t follow the rules. He didn’t need a major label. He didn’t wear the uniform. He didn’t even call one of the coasts home. Instead, he turned Kansas City, MO into ground zero for the evolution of the culture, sending aftershocks through not just music, but also sports, video games, television, film, and fashion. With billions of streams, dozens of RIAA gold and platinum plaques, and hundreds of sold out shows under his belt, he’s easily the hardest working artist and entrepreneur in the game. He has notched four Top 5 debuts on the Billboard 200 and clinched the record for “most Top 10 albums on the Billboard Rap Chart.” He has delivered hits in three decades—whether it be the platinum-certified “Caribou Lou” in the 00’s, the gold-certified “Fragile” [feat. Kendrick Lamar, ¡Mayday!, Kendall Morgan] in the 10’s, or his biggest smash yet in the 20’s with “Face Off” featuring Joey Cool, King Iso, and Dwayne Johnson. In 2024, he shook the Billboard Rock charts by linking up with Falling In Reverse and Alex Terrible of Slaughter To Prevail on “Ronald” and sold out a show with the Kansas City Orchestra. If you trace the origins of Kendrick, Jelly Roll, and more, you’ll find Tech as an early champion and collaborator on pivotal tracks. Beyond sold-out headline tours, he has performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk and ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel LIVE! Plus, he has graced the cover of XXL and caught the attention of Variety, People, TMZ, NY Post, Today, and Entertainment Weekly. He co-founded Strange Music as a home for his output. Now, the company’s Kansas City headquarters stretches across six buildings: Strange Music (label offices), Strangeland (recording studios, soundstage), Strange World (merchandise manufacturing plant), Strange Box (vehicles), Strange Carwash, and Strange Works (construction company). It’s no wonder the Forbes “Cash Kings” list boasts Tech’s inclusion year-after-year. Not to mention, he teamed up with KC’s own Boulevard Brewery for his craft beer Bou Lou. 35 years into an unprecedented journey, he’s picking up the pace in 2025 with more to come.
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