By Eva D. Coleman
Lifestyle & Culture Editor
Dallas was ready for this. With the main stage nestled between the African American Museum and Music Hall with the city skyline visible in the distance, the TwoGether Land Music Festival delivered entertainment and food for thousands at Fair Park on Saturday, May 25, 2024.
It was a sight to behold as attendees swayed and sang along with artists, while also dining on a variety of cuisine offerings. Multiple vendors, some new and beyond what can be experienced during the State Fair of Texas held on the same grounds, brought their flavor game to the event. The representative for California Fish Market proudly offered expletives regarding their fish and seasoning along with samples for festival goers who walked by to taste for themselves.
Entertainment was available in a number of places. In addition to the TwoGether Land stage, other artists performed in the Toyota Music Den which also included karaoke performances and a game hour delivered by popular live game entertainers, Urban Trivia. There also was a podcasting stage that featured deejay sets and live interviews. Of note was the segment by Storytime with Legendary Jerry that featured a sit-down interview with local, hip-hop legend The D.O.C.
Yes, people came for the music, however it was so much more. From art installations, an indoor roller skating rink, mechanical bull, hair demonstrations, products and more, Memorial Day Weekend in Dallas experienced a full transformation. Back to the music…from classic to new age, performances by Dru Hill, Three 6 Mafia, Tink, Gucci Mane, Key Glock and numerous others had the crowd fully engaged. The sultry headliner, Summer Walker, had the audience locked in with intense emotion as they belted out her hits.
Dru Hill lead singer, Sisqó, joked about young people being confused with their performance as he shared that it was the group’s 25th anniversary.
“It’s called singing,” Sisqó said. “These microphones are on!”
It was a hot one. Some were overpowered by the heat. Artist Key Glock paused his set to ensure a couple of people who needed emergency help got the attention they needed. Soon afterwards, it was back to what the people came to see.
And this was just day one. Day two of the TwoGether Land festival kicks off on Sunday at Noon. The lineup is packed with favorites, including a scheduled close out by Lil Wayne.
For more information, visit twogetherland.com
