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Bun B Set To Take The Main Stage At AFROTECH™ Conference 2024 And Bring The Vibes With A Blavity House Party Appearance

If “International Players Anthem” by UGK has ever been in your song rotation, then you are very likely familiar with the talent and personality of Texas native Bun B. Bun B entered the entertainment industry in 1987, and with his groupmate Pimp C, the two helped pioneer a significant era in rap music, particularly in the South. With a slew of hits like “One Day” and “Diamonds & Wood,” UGK’s impact has been referenced and appreciated by peers and emerging artists. After a successful career in music, Bun B decided to highlight another skill set and enter the restaurant business. According to a previous AFROTECH™ report, the 51-year-old entered the food service industry in 2021, specializing in smash burgers, burgers with super-thin, crispy-edged patties. “For years I’ve been fascinated with the culinary scene, trying to find the best entry point for me,” said the rapper in an Instagram post . “Today, I can say I’ve found it.” Bun B’s restaurant Trill Burgers now has a brick-and-mortar...

Sep 19, 2024

Bun B Shares How Taking An Advance From Sony Led UGK To Not Make ‘One Dollar In Royalties’

UGK is marked in history as one of the greatest Hip-Hop duos. However, their solidified spot in the culture since their official debut in the 90s didn’t make them exempt from the pitfalls of the music industry.

Feb 6, 2023

90s Nostalgia And The Metaverse: How Martin Lawrence and Bun B Are Making Their Marks With NFTs

Diddy and Caresha had the world reconsidering relationship goals this week, but none of that hoopla stopped the next batch of investors from checking out what non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are new to the market. Investors, look no further. AfroTech is back with another roundup of NFTs that we believe are worth checking out.

Jun 10, 2022

Rapper Bun B Announces His Entry Into The Restaurant Business With Trill Burgers

Bun B is headed into the restaurant business! Chron reports that the Houston rapper will open his very own restaurant i n his home city. It’s only right that Trill Burgers is the name of the latest venture for the rapper whose known to the world as “Trill OG.” Born Bernard James Freeman, Bun B is known as one half of the iconic southern rap duo, UnderGround Kingz (UGK), formed alongside the late Pimp C in 1987. The rapper has always been one to make smash hits and now his restaurant will specialize in smashburgers specifically with burgers that have super-thin, crispy-edged patties. While further details on what an official menu will look like for the restaurant, customers can also expect an Oklahoma-style burger that comes with onions fried directly into the burger patty. Initially, Bun B will partner with Afters Ice Cream’s Andy Nguyen and Sticky’s Chicken owners Benson and Patsy Vivares to bring Trill Burgers on the scene. The burger spot will first operate as a pop-up at...

Jul 29, 2021