Clipse reunite and will hit the road for the first time in 15 years
For the first time since 2010, Clipse will be heading out on a U.S. tour.
The duo of Pusha T and No Malice is back together. They're not just heading out on a tour, but plan to release their first album in 16 years, Let God Sort Em Out, on July 11. The tour will bring them into Minneapolis on Sept. 7.
The Virginia Beach duo — brothers Gene and Terrence Thornton — shared a first taste of the reunion last month with the release of "Ace Trumpets," featuring menacing beats from Pharrell Williams.
While Pusha T's solo career has had some highs, reviews have already praised the new work as an energized return to his most exciting work.
The 25-date tour will get going in August with support from EARTHGANG. It'll wind its way into Minneapolis on Sept. 7 for a night at The Armory.
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 13.This story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
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