WUSSUP WIT DAT...?? {Figure 8 Free .99 Fridays presents Juney Boomdata Live}

July 25, 2008 proved to be a truly memorable night of the 2008 summer. Nearing the close of an eventful season, some of the greatest names in Atlanta entertainment morphed into one colossal super-force. Although Figure 8 had built a reputation for yeilding amazing turnouts at the end of the work week, this Free .99 Friday was without a doubt a bit distinguished from all others. Those who were unfortunate enough to be absent on this night of mayhem may wonder what made this otherwise ordinary Friday evening, so extraordinary. Luckily, for those who missed out, yours truly, the one and only Turtleman will attempt to literarily replicate this astronomical experience; an experience that will last in many of our memories as an ice cold, homemade glass of red koolaid in the midst of the blazing dog days of July 2008. To the rest of us who were captured by the phenomenal vibe, join me as I relive what I would like to call “One of Many Highlights of the 2008 Summer”....

.....A week full of built up anticipation was definitely appropriate on this amazing night. With such an exuberant theme, promoters had their jobs cut out for them. As the offset colored flyer invaded Myspace and Facebook kamikaze style, party goers evacuated the monotony and abandoned all other venues to seek refuge in THE HOTTEST SPOT ON FRIDAY NIGHTS!!!

YRD, AFTERMONEY, KREAM, and BRUCE ATWATER fed the loyal patrons with a special performance by JUNEY BOOMDATA. With his hit single, Whats Up Wit Tha Pussy, rockin speakers all over the region, it was only fitting that he pay a visit to the livest crowd in Georgia.

With everyone yearning to grasp an experience of the fresh young artist, the eagerness was prolonged. Nevertheless, at the perfect moment of the perfect hour…..Mr. Whats Up Wit Tha Pussy himself lived up to the hype and delivered a truly exceptional performance.
But that was only the beginning……..



The phrase, "It's not what you know, but who you know" is often recited in reference to business. Nevertheless, there isn't a better description of the spontaneous surprise performance that stunned even the super-powered individuals behind the success of this affair. With powerhouse promoters, you’re never quite sure what you’re going to get. Furthermore, the promoters themselves are sometimes left out the loop.

After Boomdata lit the stage up, a fresh load of liveliness was dumped into the post performance atmosphere. This new energy catapulted the whole building into a pulsating frenzy. As if the air wasn’t saturated with enough excitement, a completely thrilling rumor was leaked. Word traveled rapidly as friends shared the great news. While some disregarded the buzz surrounding this potential performance, the initial enthusiasm of others was restored.


Lo and behold, live on the stage of Atlanta’s Figure 8 moments after Boomdata performed his club banger, Hood Icon Yung LA blessed the audience with an out of this world show. The futuristic swagaholic set the place entirely on fire. While donating an up close and personal experience of his hood anthem “Ain't I”, I believe it is safe to say, no heart was left un-delighted. Yet, it is only accurate to guarantee that several party animals will migrate to this magnificent waterhole each and every Free .99 Friday.

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