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NEW ORLEANS, LA – The hip-hop world received the news that Percy “Master P” Miller, the legendary founder of No Limit Records, will be performing his final show at the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture. Set to take the stage on July 6th at the Caesars Superdome, this event will mark the end of a groundbreaking musical career spanning nearly 4 decades, as P transitions fully into his new role as head coach and president of basketball operations for the University of New Orleans.
For fans of the No Limit Soldiers and the countless artists Master P influenced, his Essence Fest performance is poised to be a celebration of the hip hop pioneer. Sources indicate that the show will not only be a grand finale for the mogul himself but also a reunion and a heartfelt tribute to the city of New Orleans that birthed his empire.
Master P’s journey began in the notorious Calliope Projects and led him to building a self-made empire of over 100 million records sold worldwide. He created a distinct sound that dominated the late 90s and early 2000s and also championed independent ownership in hip-hop, inspiring a generation of artists to control their own destinies.
While the decision to retire from music was “hard,” as P himself stated in a recent interview with People Magazine, he expressed a profound sense of purpose in his new chapter. “It’s a blessing now to be able to transition into doing something that’s bigger than me,” he told reporters. “Being a servant is my most important job.” His focus now shifts to mentoring youth through basketball, aiming to help young people achieve college degrees and stay off the streets.
The Essence Festival of Culture, running from July 3rd to July 6th, will provide a fitting backdrop for Master P’s final bow. This festival, celebrating Black excellence and culture, has long been a platform for artists who have shaped the industry. For Master P, performing on this grand stage in his hometown brings his remarkable career full circle, punctuating a legacy that has profoundly impacted music, culture, and business.
As the curtain closes on his performing career, Master P’s impact will undoubtedly continue to resonate. We will forever remember Master P as a pioneer, an innovator, and a true mogul who always stayed ‘TRU’.
