Albany State’s Homecoming WeekHeats Up with a Reveal of UpcomingPerformances

By: Tiana Jackson

Albany State University is raising the

bar for Homecoming 2025, bringing

unforgettable energy and style to

campus with two major music events.

From soulful R&B music to adrenaline-

pumping hip-hop performances, Rams

are in for a week where tradition

meets entertainment at its finest.

Hip-Hop on the Yard

The celebrations kick off on Tuesday, October 14th at 7–11

p.m. with R&B Unplugged, a special event open only to

students to kick off Homecoming Week. Taking place in

Student Center West C266, this cozy concert will see guests

enjoy performances by Jacquees, the "King of R&B,

" who

will perform his top charting hits that fans sing word for

word.

Opening the night are soulful sets by Tyler Watts and the

G&S Experience, backed by a live band that promises to

make the evening unforgettable. . The theme of the event—

Classy, Grown & Chic invites Rams to dress up and present

their best selves with a concert experience that will be out

of the ordinary.

Admission tickets are also available for $15 (plus fees) just

for ASU students, and RAM IDs must be shown to enter.

With no re-entry and the clear bag policy, students are

encouraged to arrive early once doors open at 6 p.m. to

secure a spot for the best Homecoming experience.

R&B Unplugged: A Classy Night with Jacquees

On Saturday, October 18th at 5 p.m., at the Lower

East Campus near Orene Hall will be transformed

into a festival-style platform for a show of hip-hop

talent.

The stage features an excellent blend of emerging

stars and legends like Akeem Ali, Dusei, Mykko, Clay

James, Young Dro, Raq Baby, and Crime Mob.

From "Knuck If You Buck" to fresh hits trending on all

streaming platforms, the night holds nostalgia and

fresh vibes for the Ram Fam to dance, socialize, and

celebrate the revelry of ASU Homecoming together.