Big D energy – Dallas Voice
5 small questions for the bounce queen Big Freedia
MIKEY ROX | Contributing Author
Instagram: @mikeyroxtravels
There wasn’t much good news from Katrina-ravaged New Orleans in 2005, but bounce music queen Big Freedia changed that narrative when she returned to Big Easy to lift the spirits with her energetic stage performances.
She was already well known in the area, having made a name for herself in the Crescent City club scene. And it was just beginning to break out across the country.
Fast forward a decade to 2016 and she’s a full star, starring in Beyoncé’s “Formation” and Drake’s “Nice For What” in 2018.
In 2021, after a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Freedia is bigger than ever with a current tour and a new album, Big Diva Energy.
And she’s bringing that great energy to Dallas for a show on Thursday October 7th at the Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $ 25, available from Prekindle; At Freedia’s request, all participants must present a negative PCR Covid-19 test or a vaccination card showing that they have been fully vaccinated for at least two weeks within 72 hours of the show. Masks are also required.
The Black Bombshell recently discussed their new album and a little more in a casual chat with Mikey Rox for Dallas Voice.
Dallas Voice: You have a thing for wallets. What’s a favorite in your own collection and what can’t you wait to get your hands on? Big Freedia: Michael Kors is one of my all-time favorites, but I can’t wait to get my hands on the new Tory Burch tote I ordered. It’s burgundy and I can’t wait for it to arrive!
You always have the wildest looks. Where does your style inspiration come from? What is a place where you prefer to source your pieces? My looks are inspired by everything I see. I can be in the supermarket, see a movie or go on tour in a new city and get ideas and style inspiration.
My secret sourcing spot is on Melrose Avenue in LA. But I won’t tell you the name; That is my secret.
You are also a gun violence activist. Your brother was shot dead a few years ago and you were shot yourself. A documentary on the subject called Freedia Got a Gun – with you in the lead – can be streamed on Peacock. Was that a cathartic project for you? I have no idea how we can solve the terrible gun violence problem we have in America. However, I believe in prevention, and I know that mental health for our black and LGBTQ youth – all teenagers – is a very important part of it.
When children have hope and opportunity, a life of violence is much less likely. I am a great advocate of mental health services and support in our communities.
What do you have planned for your fans who have waited so long to see you on tour? A Big Freedia show is a big party so you can expect an even bigger party since we got home. Extra energy, extra bounce! All I can say is if you come to a show please get vaccinated and let’s all celebrate safely.
Tell me all about your next album. Are fire collaborations in the works? I am very happy about my new project. It’s called Big Diva Energy. I wanted this to be my album and reflect my voice, so I didn’t get any collaborations. My homegirl boyfriend is on a trail. We’ve worked a lot together this year, but she’s the only one.
Mikey Rox is an award-winning journalist and LGBT lifestyle professional whose work has been featured in more than 100 media outlets around the world. Connect with Mikey on Instagram @mikeyroxtravels
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