An unforgettable celebration of Detroit’s musical legacy, blending symphonic sound with hip-hop to honor the life and influence of legendary producer J Dilla
Tickets on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 29 at pistons.com/bigseandso
DETROIT, Mich. – The Detroit Pistons announced today that multi-platinum artist Big Sean, and the Pistons’ Creative Director of Innovation, will perform a selection of songs with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) at Orchestra Hall within the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center at 7 p.m. on June 29.
Tickets to the concert go on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 29 and are available online at pistons.com/bigseandso starting at $75. Fans can also purchase the one-of-a-kind Big Sean Bobblehead that was released for Big Sean Night for an additional $20. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Detroit Pistons Foundation, the Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan and the Sean Anderson Foundation.
Big Sean will lead the event as the headliner, performing alongside the renowned Detroit Symphony Orchestra in a groundbreaking fusion of hip-hop and orchestral sound. The show will also spotlight some of the Detroit’s rising stars—Skilla Baby, Tee Grizzley, Illa J, Nasaan, and Queen Naija—adding to a powerhouse lineup of local talent. As a special tribute, the DSO will debut a new orchestral arrangement honoring legendary producer and Detroit icon James “J Dilla” Yancey inspired by his most iconic tracks.
Raised in Detroit, Mich., Big Sean is a multiplatinum hip hop powerhouse and author. Since releasing his debut album Finally Famous in 2011, he has amassed more than 22 billion streams and 21 multi-platinum, platinum and gold-certified hit singles. With the release of his first book “Go Higher” (Simon and Schuster) and critically acclaimed sixth studio album Better Me Than You (Def Jam Recordings), he continues to deliver as an uncompromising force in hip hop and culture at the top of his game. Big Sean continues to serve as the Pistons’ Creative Director of Innovation providing creative counsel and strategic guidance on a variety of Pistons off-the-court initiatives, including team merchandise design, in-game experience, co-branded community and social responsibility activation, and more. Since joining the organization, Big Sean has collaborated with the Pistons on several occasions and through various brand activations including Pistons’ Don Life practice jerseys, the Pistons’ 2022-23 “St. C’s” Nike NBA City Edition Uniforms, taking part in “Detroit Kickback” to announce the Pistons’ partnership with StockX and most recently “Big Sean Night” at Little Caesars Arena.
The acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra is known for trailblazing performances, collaborations with the world’s foremost musical artists, and a deep connection to its city. The DSO is committed to expanding its participation in the growth and well-being of Detroit through programs like its Detroit Neighborhood Initiative—cultural events co-created with community partners and residents—and Detroit Harmony, a promise to provide an instrument and instruction to any student in the city who wants to learn.
The Detroit Pistons and DSO first collaborated on a multi-year partnership in 2018 aimed at enhancing music and education programming for Detroit youth that included in a performance by Grammy Award Nominee, Nas. Financial commitments from Pistons owner Tom Gores, Vice Chairman Arn Tellem and the Detroit Pistons Foundation expanded the DSO’s Civic Youth Ensemble offerings through the creation of a new percussion ensemble and bucket band, a music training group for Detroit students. Funding further supported all Detroit Public School Community District (DPSCD) fourth graders to attend DSO educational performances for free through subsidized tickets. Resources were also directed to the Sphinx Organization to support its annual Sphinx Competition for young musicians who compete at the DSO’s Orchestra Hall each year.
Making its home at historic Orchestra Hall within the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center, one of the world’s most acoustically perfect concert halls, the DSO actively pursues a mission to impact lives through the power of unforgettable musical experiences. For more information – visit dso.org.
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About Big Sean
A 7x BET Award-winning and multi-platinum superstar, Big Sean is an uncompromising force in hip hop and culture at the top of his game. Since unleashing his 2011 PLATINUM-certified debut album Finally Famous on Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam imprint, Sean has sold more than 50 million records and continues to elevate with no signs of slowing. On August 30, he released his critically acclaimed sixth studio album Better Me Than You (Def Jam Recordings) which includes hit singles “Superstar,” “Together Forever” feat. The Alchemist, “On Up,” “Yes,” and “Precision.” A true multi-hyphenate, Sean also released his first book “Go Higher” (Simon and Schuster) on January 21 that serves as a spiritual guidebook for our times and outlines his five key practices for inner work and self-acceptance. In addition to his 2011 debut album, Sean’s musical catalog also comprises PLATINUM-certified albums Detroit 2 (2020), I Decided. (2017) and Dark Sky Paradise (2015) which all debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, as well as GOLD-certified album Hall Of Fame (2013). His track records boasts an impressive 21 MULTI PLATINUM, PLATINUM AND GOLD-certified hit singles including the 9x-PLATINUM No. 1 hit “IDFWU” feat. E-40, the 6x-PLATINUM “Bounce Back,” 5x-PLATINUM “Dance (A$$)” feat. Nicki Minaj, 4x-PLATINUM “Beware” feat. Lil Wayne and Jhené Aiko, as well as the No. 1 “Marvin Gaye & Chardonnay” feat. Kanye West and Roscoe Dash, and the GRAMMY-nominated “Mercy” feat. Pusha T and 2 Chainz with which he shared multi-platinum success with Kanye. Attracting an audience of 50 million across social channels, Sean leverages his platform to give back as he runs the Sean Anderson Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which assists in the education, health, safety and well-being of school aged youth in underserved communities across the country. For more information, please visit www.uknowbigsean.com.
