Quavo introduces new cognac brand, White X, Davido shuts down O2 Arena for the third time, Barcelona Boss, Xavi to step down at the end of season. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Quavo introduces new cognac brand, White X
Former Migos member Quavo has teamed with the Sazerac Company to introduce a new alcoholic beverage, White X Cognac, to the market as a brighter alternative to the other darker drink options. It is the first and only white cognac available in the U.S. The diamond grill-wearing musician hosted a kickoff party and private tasting with the New Orleans-based operation on Wednesday, January 24, at Suite Lounge in downtown Atlanta.
White X Cognac’s smooth body consists of light notes of stone fruits like white and yellow peaches and vanilla, a refreshing flavor, and a consistency similar to a crisp white wine. The private, family-owned business spent four years concocting a formula that’s meant to target young, hip consumers.
2. Davido shuts down O2 Arena for the third time
Nigerian hitmaker Davido continued his Timeless Tour, which made another stop at the iconic O2 Arena in a sold-out show. On January 28, Davido filled up the O2 Arena as he thrilled fans with a collection of his hit singles while also being joined on stage by different artists. Davido’s latest O2 show is the third time he has sold out the 20,000-capacity Arena after becoming the first Nigerian solo artist to sell out the vennue in 2019 before returning for another sold-out show in 2022.
At the Timeless Concert at the O2, Davido performed hit songs from his catalog to the delight of fans who sang along. The concert also had guest appearances, as Davido was joined on stage by DMW signee Logos Olori, Mayorkun, and Kizz Daniel.
3. South Africa: Kgothatso Dithebe is officially off the market
Congratulations are in order for model and former Miss South Africa contestant, Kgothatso Dithebe as she is officially off the market after her traditional wedding last weekend. The bride, who looked stunning in her Tswana regalia, took to her timeline to share a glimpse of the occasion. In December, Kgothatso revealed she was pregnant with her second child by sharing a picture of a sonogram. “Ten little fingers, 10 little toes—my little family is growing, and Kagi is going to be a big brother,” she captioned the post.
Congratulations to the newlyweds!
4. Asake, Shallipopi, and others to headline Wireless Festival 2024
PHASE 1 NAMES ARE HERE 🎉🥳 Phase 2 coming next week 🚨@NICKIMINAJ @1future @21savage @jhus @DojaCat
Exclusive 48 Hour presales are now LIVE for existing @Barclaycard & @ThreeUK customers until 9AM on Wednesday 31st Jan. Full details can be found via the link in our bio 🔝… pic.twitter.com/Y64GUTDkjB
— Wireless Festival (@WirelessFest) January 29, 2024
The first wave of artists for the Gopuff Wireless Festival has been announced. Asake, Rema, and Shallipopi are among the first phases of artists that have been revealed. Other international stars headlining are Nicki Minaj, J Hus, Doja Cat, Future, 21 Savage, Gunna, Tyla, Ice Spice, SexxyRed, Seun Paul, and Uncle Waffles. The upcoming edition of the renowned London festival will take place in its new location at Finsbury Park, spanning three days from July 12 to July 14.
5. Barcelona Boss, Xavi to step down at the end of the season
Xavi Hernández: “I want to announce that on June 30 I will no longer continue as the coach at Barça. I think the situation needs to change course, and as a culer, I cannot allow the current situation.” pic.twitter.com/VSEfG2zRNt
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) January 27, 2024
Xavi will step down as Barcelona head coach at the end of the season. He announced the decision after Barcelona lost 5-3 at home to Villarreal, conceding twice in added time at the Nou Camp. The result leaves them 10 points off La Liga leaders Real Madrid. Girona are also ahead of them in second, currently at 52 points. “I want to announce that on June 30, I will no longer continue as the coach at Barca,” Xavi said. “I think the situation needs to change course, and as a culer [Barcelona fan], I cannot allow the current situation.”
Xavi added that he made the decision “several days ago,” and although the hard defeat to Villarreal set the scene for him to announce the decision, he “would have made” it soon enough, adding that he said he hoped this decision would decrease the stress and tension his team is enduring.
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