Fraternity-hosted concerts are the hottest parties on college campuses, these days. Having a popular artist come play for your brotherhood and female friends is the ultimate way to show that your chapter is willing to throw down for the sake of a good time. If you’re in a fraternity looking for a gig to come play at your next party, check out this list below.
1. Waka Flocka.
The first artist anyone thinks of when the term “fraternity concert” is mentioned is Waka Flocka Flame. I am not entirely sure why Waka performs at every fraternity house in the nation, but I am not complaining, and clearly, neither is anyone else. Host Waka Flocka if you want to have a guaranteed successful concert with an artist who will stick around for the after party. I have personally seen him in Snapstories either performing or playing beer pong with undergrads on three separate occasions. Also, vote #Waka2016
2. Riff Raff.
Riff Raff. Joddy Highroller. Neon Icon. Whatever you call him, he’s a legend. For those of you who live under a rock and don’t follow him on Twitter, Riff Raff is the inspiration behind James Franco’s character, Alien, in Spring Breakers,if that says anything. Sorority girls love to dress up and a Riff Raff concert offers countless opportunities.
3. Juicy J.
A big name to show that your chapter goes big. You might be broke for the rest of the semester, but having someone like Juicy J might be better than some mediocre socials.
4. Wes Walker.
“Jordan Belfort” may be his only popular song, but that song is unapologetic anthem for every frat dude. Hire Wes Walker if you want to host the latest growing trend that happens to look like a pledge.
5. Matt & Kim.
Who said Greek life is basic? The pro of having Matt & Kim is that the concert won't be just another rap show, but a dance party. Everyone knows a few Matt & Kim songs and that is what will make this show fun.
6. Shwayze.
I would love to see this artist for sentimental reasons alone. Does this make me biased because I liked them in high school? Maybe. But, then again, everyone else will go to the concert for the same reason.
7. Lil Dicky
Ever since the video to “$ave Dat Money” was uploaded online, Lil Dicky has been the surprising breakout rapper of the 2015-2016 fall football season. Maybe it’s because Lil Dicky looks like an alumni brother who comes around to the frat house every homecoming weekend, but Lil Dicky can be heard at every game day tailgate. Hosting Lil Dicky is a great idea because he’s only going to get bigger, over time, and having him play is a unique change from the usual artists.
8. Cherub.
People might ask who they are at first, but just post a link to the music video of “Doses and Mimosas” to the event on Facebook and anticipate a great turnout.
9. Big Sean.
"I.D.F.W.Y." is most iconic song I have ever heard, which is enough for me.
10. Chainsmokers.
Consider them a step up from the usual candy kid in your economics class you hire to DJ to tailgates.
11. Ace Hood.
Go with them, if you can’t get Waka.
12. Asher Roth.
Sure, say what you want about Asher Roth, but don't deny that his song, "I Love College," was on the first playlist you partied to in your dorm freshman year. He may have fallen off the radar, but I believe "I Love College" will never die and college students will be listening to it long after we are gone.
While a show may seem like a great event, having a musical artist has both benefits and drawbacks, especially if they only have on popular song and a big price tag. Let me paint a picture of how the typical fraternity concert story goes: First, some fraternity spends a ridiculous amount of money they do not have in the chapter budget on an artist they like. Then, the fraternity hosts a great concert and even hires someone to film a sick video of the show. Finally, a video of the party circulates online thanks to TFM and the chapter gets in trouble with nationals. Is Ace Hood worth losing your charter over?
For a complete list of musical artists and the price per concert they charge, check out this link. If your chapter is trying to go cheap, scroll to the bottom of the page for the $1,000 to $10,000 section, but if some of your brothers have money to blow, I suggest Drake at a modest price of roughly $500,000 to hear “Hotling Bling” in person).
